Ulster University Foundation Degree in Mechatronic Engineering

Typically, weekly contact hours are scheduled for a minimum of 8.5 hours per week per semester. 

Student workload usually includes 2 to 3 assessments (a combination of coursework and or/ examination) per module. 

The Foundation Degree also provides students with an opportunity to undertake a substantial work based project during the final year of the programme. 

Please note, course fees are payable in each year of the programme.

General GCSE Requirements:

• GCSE Mathematics Grade C or above
• GCSE English Language Grade C or above or Pass in Level 2 Essential Skills Literacy

UCAS: 

• 2 GCE A-Levels to include a STEM subject or a Level 3 vocational qualification in Engineering, equivalent to 64 UCAS points.  (Level 3 qualifications other than BTEC or City & Guilds will be subject to UU approval, and OCN qualifications are generally not accepted)

International Requirements:

• Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2
• IELTS 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score under 5.5
• Trinity ISE: Pass at Level III, or other University-approved equivalent qualifications

Equivalent qualifications include:

• Grade C (or above) in GCSE English or
• Essential Skills in Literacy (Level 2)

Tier 4 Students:

• SERC will only accept a Secure English Language Test (SELT) for issuing a Certificate of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)

Admissions

• Successful completion of the Admissions Process
• Prospective students will need to upload a copy of their GCSE Mathematics certificate before conditional offers will be made (this must be the official awarding body certificate – results slips will not suffice).

In circumstances where the number of applications exceeds the number of places available, SERC reserves the right to select those candidates offering the highest grades.

Candidates are assessed using a range of different methods. These include exams, coursework, presentations, practical and a work based project.  This is dependent on the requirements of each module  Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.