Kingston University

MSc Mechatronic Systems

Kingston University

Course overview

The MSc Mechatronic Systems at Kingston University is for students who want to know the future of intelligent engineering. The course gives you the skills to work with robotics, artificial intelligence, and smart control systems. You'll learn how to combine mechanical, electronic, and software systems, which are all essential for today’s automated technologies.

You’ll study topics such as robotics, control systems, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, with plenty of hands-on experience in our well-equipped labs. Projects reflect real-world engineering challenges, helping you apply what you’ve learnt to practical tasks.

For this course, you'll use tools and equipment from National Instruments, Quanser, Rethink Robotics, and more. You'll work with industry software such as RoboDK, CoppeliaSim, and MATLAB/Simulink to simulate and control robotic systems. Facilities include wind tunnels, engine test cells, 3D printers, rolling roads, and automotive testing labs.

The MSc Mechatronic Systems from Kingston University is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Engineering Council. It, therefore, helps you work towards becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Entry requirements

  • In some circumstances, the university will consider applicants who have substantial working experience. In place of a first degree, you must demonstrate experience in either computing, electronics or embedded systems areas.

Grade Requirements:

  • To be eligible to study this course, a 2:2 or above honours degree in a relevant area or academic equivalent, such as Computer Science, Electronics, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or Information Technology, is required. 

English Proficiency:

  • Non-native English speakers are to show proficiency in English with an IELTS overall score of 6.5 (or equivalent), with no element below 6.0.  
  • Applicants who do not meet the English language requirements may be eligible to join the university’s pre-sessional English language course.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    Award: 10% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Award

    The Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Materials and Research Award is a £2,500 bursary, awarded each year to an MA Fashion or MA Sustainable Fashion student.

    Up to £2,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

    Award: Tuition fees, travel costs and living allowance subsidised.

  • International Merit-Based scholarships

    The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards your first year tuition fees.

    Up to £5,000

  • Niloufar Ebrahim Scholarship

    The scholarship will cover a portion of tuition fees for the applicant, up to the value of £1,000.

  • Postgraduate Progression Scholarship

    The Kingston University Postgraduate Progressions Scholarship offers a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees.

  • The Kingston Impact Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee contribution to two MBA students.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Kingston MBA Scholarship

    Kingston University Business School is proud to offer a tuition fee scholarship of £5,000 to self-funded candidates.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Typical career roles for graduates of MSc Mechatronic Systems from Kingston University include the following: 

  • Robotics Engineer
  • Systems Designer 
  • Automation Specialist 
  • Mechatronics Engineer 
  • Electronics Design Engineer 
  • Software Engineer

Cost of study

For the 2025/26 academic year, the tuition fee to study an MSc in Mechatronic Systems at Kingston University is £17,600. Please note that fees are subject to change.

Admission

To apply for this course, you have to use the online application portal provided by the university. For more information about this process, feel free to speak with our counsellors at AHZ.

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