Cardiff Metropolitan University

BSc Computer Science Robotics

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Course overview

The BSc Computer Science (Robotics) at Cardiff Metropolitan University is designed to fill the robotics arm of computer science with capable professionals. It is a 3-year full-time course accredited by qualified bodies such as the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, and the IET. 

 

During this programme, students will understand how to programme robotic units with a proper understanding of artificial intelligence, software development, and computer programming. Essentially, by graduation, they will be ready to contribute to the emergence of industry-standard robots.

 

For this programme, teaching, which happens in state-of-the-art laboratories, is student-centred. Students conduct individual and group projects and learn through case studies and through virtual learning environments like Moodle, etc.  Notably, each student is assigned a personal tutor. Assessment occurs through examinations, written reports, programming assignments, technical reports, and in-class tests.

Entry requirements

Applicants to the BSc Computer Science (Robotics) at Cardiff Metropolitan University are required to submit a personal statement that highlights the reasons for their interests, alongside their academic documents and credible references.

 

Grade Requirements:

 

  • Applicants must have 104-112 UCAS tariff points, which can be accumulated from level 3 qualifications (A-level, BTEC, IB, etc.). 

  • For an A-level qualification, the minimum grade is CCC (3 relevant subjects), while a “DMM” grade is acceptable for the BTECs.

  • International students may submit the IB diploma with 2 x H5 grades (no specific subject required).

 

English Proficiency:

 

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    The Alumni Discount offers a 20% discount on Cardiff Met courses for previous graduates who are enrolling onto postgraduate programmes from September 2026.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Full Fee Discount

    Award: Up to £1,000

  • Sport Scholarships

    Undergraduate – Home student (UK): £7,000; Undergraduate – International student: £11,000; Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £2,000 + alumni discount Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £4,200.

  • Undergraduate Scholarship

    Award: £2,500

    Up to £2,500

Career opportunities

With an BSc Computer Science (Robotics) from the Cardiff Metropolitan University, students can pursue a career in business as

 

  • Robotics Engineer

  • Automation Engineer

  • Embedded Systems Engineer

  • Control Systems Engineer

  • AI/Machine Learning Engineer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for a BSc in Computer Science (Robotics) in Cardiff Metropolitan University is £16,000 per year for the full-time option.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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