Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) BEng

BEngUndergraduateEngineering

Course Highlights

Master fundamental engineering before advancing into robotics and AI.
Learn in cutting-edge facilities at the technology-enhanced 'smart' campus in Dubai.
Graduate with the same University of Birmingham degree as UK-based students.
Research-led teaching and an industry-driven curriculum keep you at the forefront of robotics and AI.

What You'll Study

Around 30 hours of weekly contact time through lectures, tutorials, laboratory and design work, supplemented by self-guided study. Assessment is a mix of coursework, projects and exams, with the final degree weighted toward your later years.

Year 1

Build the engineering foundations with an early introduction to AI and applied-computing mathematics.

Artificial Intelligence 120 credits
Electrical Engineering 120 credits
Mechanics 120 credits
Mathematics for Applied Computing20 credits
Engineering Materials10 credits
Introduction to Computing for Engineers10 credits
Integrated Design Project 1A10 credits
Integrated Design Project 1B10 credits

Year 2

Advance into AI, mechatronics, robotics design and systems programming.

Artificial Intelligence 220 credits
Mechanical Design for Robotics 120 credits
Mechatronics and Control Engineering20 credits
Operating Systems and Systems Programming20 credits
Integrated Design Project 220 credits
Intermediate Mathematics for Applied Computing10 credits
Statics, Kinematics and Kinetics10 credits

Year 3

Specialise in robotics, automation, machine learning and computer vision, and deliver an individual project.

Individual Engineering Project30 credits
Robotics and Industrial Automation20 credits
Machine Learning20 credits
Computer Vision and Imaging20 credits
Integrated Design Project 320 credits
Mechanical Design for Robotics 210 credits

Entry Requirements

A Level: AAB-ABB at A Level, including Mathematics.

IB Diploma: 6,6,5 to 6,5,5 at Higher Level, including 6 in Mathematics, with a minimum of 32 points overall.

English: IELTS, TOEFL or PTE to the University's required level, or completion of a Presessional English course.

Applications are reviewed by the course Admissions Tutor against both general and course-specific criteria.

Careers

The Careers Network in Dubai supports your progression into robotics, automation, AI and control systems, as well as the wider engineering and technology sectors. Graduates have joined employers including Rolls-Royce, Jaguar Land Rover and BP.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Programme Details

Award

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)

Start Date

September 2026

Typical Offer

AAB-ABB at A Level, including Mathematics

Duration

3 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Engineering

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

Single honours

Tuition Fee

AED 149,106/yr

Apply online with your supporting documents. A non-returnable tuition deposit of AED 5,000 secures your place and is deducted from your total fees.

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Course Highlights

Master fundamental engineering before advancing into robotics and AI.

Learn in cutting-edge facilities at the technology-enhanced 'smart' campus in Dubai.

Graduate with the same University of Birmingham degree as UK-based students.

Research-led teaching and an industry-driven curriculum keep you at the forefront of robotics and AI.

What You'll Study

Year 1

Build the engineering foundations with an early introduction to AI and applied-computing mathematics.

Artificial Intelligence 120 credits
Electrical Engineering 120 credits
Mechanics 120 credits
Mathematics for Applied Computing20 credits
Engineering Materials10 credits
Introduction to Computing for Engineers10 credits
Integrated Design Project 1A10 credits
Integrated Design Project 1B10 credits

Year 2

Advance into AI, mechatronics, robotics design and systems programming.

Artificial Intelligence 220 credits
Mechanical Design for Robotics 120 credits
Mechatronics and Control Engineering20 credits
Operating Systems and Systems Programming20 credits
Integrated Design Project 220 credits
Intermediate Mathematics for Applied Computing10 credits
Statics, Kinematics and Kinetics10 credits

Year 3

Specialise in robotics, automation, machine learning and computer vision, and deliver an individual project.

Individual Engineering Project30 credits
Robotics and Industrial Automation20 credits
Machine Learning20 credits
Computer Vision and Imaging20 credits
Integrated Design Project 320 credits
Mechanical Design for Robotics 210 credits

Entry Requirements

A Level: AAB-ABB at A Level, including Mathematics.

IB Diploma: 6,6,5 to 6,5,5 at Higher Level, including 6 in Mathematics, with a minimum of 32 points overall.

English: IELTS, TOEFL or PTE to the University's required level, or completion of a Presessional English course.

Applications are reviewed by the course Admissions Tutor against both general and course-specific criteria.