BEng Mechatronics

• Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75-85% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.
• English language proficiency is essential, and students are required to provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies. These scholarships are offered at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and are awarded based on merit and financial need.

1. University of Glasgow International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. It provides a tuition fee discount for postgraduate programs at the University of Glasgow.
2. Santander Scholarships: The University of Glasgow has a partnership with Santander Bank, which offers scholarships to support international students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
3. Access Bursary: The Access Bursary is designed to support students from low-income backgrounds who are facing financial challenges. It provides financial assistance to cover tuition fees and living expenses during undergraduate studies.
4. GREAT Scholarships: The University of Glasgow participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative of the UK government and British universities. These scholarships are awarded to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
5. Sir Fitzroy Maclean Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a postgraduate degree in either the School of Humanities or the School of Social and Political Sciences.
6. Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
7. Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying any postgraduate program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
8. Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.

BEng/MEng Mechatronics program, graduates have excellent career prospects in various industries where mechatronics expertise is in high demand. 

1. Robotics Engineer: Graduates can work as robotics engineers, specializing in the design, development, and programming of robotic systems. They may be involved in areas such as industrial automation, medical robotics, autonomous vehicles, or unmanned aerial systems. Their role includes system integration, motion planning, sensor fusion, and human-robot interaction.

2. Control Systems Engineer: Graduates can pursue careers as control systems engineers, focusing on the design and implementation of control algorithms for mechatronic systems. They may be involved in areas such as feedback control, PID tuning, adaptive control, or model predictive control. Their work ensures the stability, performance, and reliability of mechatronic systems.

3. Automation Engineer: Graduates can work in the field of automation, developing and implementing automated systems and processes. They may be involved in areas such as industrial automation, smart factories, or process control. Their role includes designing and optimizing control architectures, programming PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), and integrating sensors and actuators for efficient and safe operation.

4. Product Development Engineer: Graduates can work as product development engineers, contributing to the design and development of mechatronic products. They may be involved in areas such as consumer electronics, medical devices, or automotive systems. Their role includes translating user requirements into functional specifications, conducting feasibility studies, and overseeing the product development lifecycle.

5. Research and Development Engineer: Graduates can pursue careers in research and development, working in industry or academia. They may be involved in advancing mechatronics knowledge, developing new technologies, or conducting experiments to improve existing systems. Their work can contribute to advancements in robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, or sustainable technologies.

6. Systems Engineer: Graduates can work as systems engineers, focusing on the integration and optimization of complex mechatronic systems. They may be involved in areas such as system-level design, system modeling and simulation, or system-level testing and validation.