Beng Mechatronic Engineering with Placement Year

The Mechatronic Engineering with Placement Year (BEng Hons) course at Lancaster University offers students opportunities to acquire in-depth knowledge and practical skills in the interdisciplinary field of Mechatronics – a blend of mechanical, electronic, and software engineering. The four-year course includes a placement year, which allows students to apply their knowledge and gain professional experience.Course Content: The programme consists of a blend of theoretical and practical studies. In the first two years, students lay a solid foundation in essential concepts of mechanical and electronic engineering and learn to apply them in practice. In the third year, students take a placement year in a relevant industry to obtain real-world, practical experience. The final year of the course allows students to explore advanced topics in the field. The course curriculum is continuously updated to reflect the latest trends and advancements in the field.Key Modules: Key modules of the course include Mechanics, Electronics, Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Design, Digital Systems, Control Systems, and Software Engineering. Additionally, the course includes project-based modules that require students to design, build and test mechatronic systems. Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Institution of Engineering and Technology. Future Careers: Graduates of the BEng Hons Mechatronics Engineering course can go on to pursue careers in a variety of sectors including aerospace, automotive, energy, and information technology. The skills attained during the course can be applied to roles such as Automation Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, and Robotics Engineer among others. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.