Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Industrial Automation 

The programme is composed of 23 Modules. These Module cover a range of aspects to provide you with maximum practical coverage in the field of Industrial Automation.

Year One

Year Two

Year Three

Additional Mandatory Modules

Total Credits = 360

Graduates of this programme will develop knowledge and skills aligned with internationally recognised engineering graduate attributes. The curriculum is designed to support pathways toward professional registration, including opportunities for further learning and career development.

Graduates will be able to:

1. Apply concepts, theories and techniques of the relevant natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to industrial automation engineering.
2. Integrate conceptual understanding of mathematics, numerical analysis, and computer and information sciences with breath of knowledge, skills and in-depth understanding within the industrial automation engineering discipline.
3. Exhibit expertise and professional judgement in engineering design practice which acknowledges contextual and industry specific factors, including risk management, security and statutory compliance. Adapt theoretical knowledge applicable to the discipline and propose innovative and sustainable engineering practices.
4. Apply advanced technical knowledge and appropriate tools alongside established engineering methods to solve complex engineering problems.
5. Apply engineering design and project management tools and methodologies to assess, mitigate, and manage risks, ensuring safety, security and ethical compliance in engineering practice underpinned by technical knowledge to systematically design and synthesise assigned project activities in a team environment.
6. Apply professional ethics and accountabilities in their engineering practice and will commit to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
7. Critically evaluate both sources and the validity of information; manage information effectively through clear verbal and written communication to accomplish a set of common goals and objectives in a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
8. Draw from established engineering concepts, methods and industry standards to develop creative, innovative solutions to complex engineering problems by completing a capstone project in industrial automation engineering.
9. Demonstrate pro-active demeanor, self-management, professional conduct and leadership befitting professional engineering technologists, individually and in teams, via professional and industry exposure practice.

A level*: At least three A Levels, including Mathematics and a science subject (Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science/Computing, Design and Technology or Electronics).
Access to HE Diploma: Pass with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at Level 3, with a minimum of 24 credits at Merit or above. These credits should include Mathematics and Physics which are required (112 UCAS points).
BTEC National Extended Diploma*: A qualification in Engineering or a related subject, (such as Aerospace / Aeronautical / Electrical / Electronic / Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering,) will be considered. The program requires a minimum of Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM), or Merit, Merit, Merit (MMM).
Foundation Year: Applications from students who have successfully completed an Engineering foundation year or a foundation course containing Mathematics and a Physical Science with an average of at least 55% will also be considered.
*GCSEs – English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.
T Level – M: Including Maths and Physics. T Level in Engineering accepted.
BEng UCAS tariff points: 112
English language requirement for this course:

• Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5.
• TOEFL iBT: 80 overall, with minimum scores of listening 17, writing 19, reading 18 and speaking 20. TOEFL Home Edition not accepted
• Pearson PTE: 60 overall, with no component below 59

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Payment Methods

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The Higher Education and Research Act (HERA) 2017 requires all higher education providers in England to register with the Office for Students (OfS). As a registered provider, with UKPRN: 10089771, we demonstrate our commitment to complying with the regulatory standards set for higher education institutions in England. Our degrees are designed to meet the highest standards of academic quality and rigour, ensuring they align with industry demands and enhance your career prospects. Upon completion, our students will gain an internationally recognised qualification that meets the required UK national educational frameworks.

ECT is also a member of the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), the UK’s independent quality body for higher education. This membership demonstrates our ongoing commitment to maintaining and enhancing academic quality and standards.

Graduates of this degree can get involved in a wide range of exciting and rewarding career opportunities across various industries. The increasing adoption of automation, robotics, and advanced control systems in industries such as manufacturing, energy, transportation, and logistics has created a strong demand for skilled professionals.

Potential job roles include engineering and management positions in the following areas of expertise:

• Process control, commissioning and production management
• Plant, factory and building automation
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCSs) and SCADA
• Industrial design and consultation
• Supply chain management, quality assurance, and sales
• Operations, maintenance, field services, and technical support
• Controls, instrumentation, and robotics
• Automation, IIoT, Cybersecurity for industrial systems
• AI and machine learning

This programme may use the following software:

• Desmos online calculator
• National Instruments ELVISmx Instrument Launcher
• National Instruments Multisim
• LTSpice – free SPICE simulator software
• SolidWorks
• MATLAB/SIMULINK
• Python Jupyter Notebook or Google Colab
• Codesys & RSLogix 5000
• Pytorch
• KNIME
• Apache Mahout
• SCILAB
• PlantSCADA
• Exostructure
• Citect SCADA,
• OSHA’s Hazard Identification Training Tool
• WEKA
• R
• PSIM

Due to ongoing unit and course reviews, software may change from the list provided. 

The time commitment for each programme varies based on students’ prior knowledge, experience, and the specific module. Typically, a part-time student would expect to spend 10-15 hours per week. A full-time student would expect to spend 25-30 hours per week. This includes self-study, pre-recorded lectures, live webinars, tutorials, and assessments.

Any student has a right to appeal a decision of the Engineering College of Technology (ECT). ECT has a comprehensive policy and procedures to assist students.

The withdrawal date is set four weeks after the official start date of each intake. It is a key deadline for students who wish to drop a module without academic or financial penalties.