Robotics engineer - degree
Level 6 · DegreeEngineering and manufacturing 4 yr typical
About this apprenticeship
What it involves
A Robotics Engineer (degree) designs, develops, programmes, and tests robotic and autonomous systems for applications in manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, defence, and other sectors. This level 6 degree apprenticeship blends engineering fundamentals with hands-on robotics development and leads to Incorporated Engineer registration. Graduates progress to systems engineer, robotics architect, or technical lead roles in a fast-growing field.
On the job
What you’ll learn
Robot kinematics, dynamics, and mechanical design principles
Embedded systems, microcontrollers, and real-time programming
Sensors, actuators, and robot perception systems
Robot Operating System (ROS) and simulation tools
Machine learning and computer vision for autonomous systems
Safety, ethics, and standards for robots in human environments
On the job
What you’ll do day to day
Design and build robotic systems or subsystems for specific applications
Write and test code to control robot movement and behaviour
Integrate sensors and actuators into working robotic platforms
Run simulations and physical tests to validate robot performance
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software faults
Document technical designs and contribute to engineering reviews
The deal
How this apprenticeship works
You earn a wage from day one. You are a paid employee, not a student. There are no tuition fees - the training is funded by your employer and the government.
About 20% is “off-the-job” training. Roughly a day a week is spent learning away from your normal duties - at a college, training provider, or online - working towards a recognised qualification.
It ends with an end-point assessment (EPA). Near the end, an independent assessor checks you can do the job to the national standard - through tests, a project, a portfolio or an interview. Pass it and you are fully qualified.
How to get there
What you need to start
Level 6 (Degree) - roughly Bachelor’s-degree level. Usually needs A-levels or a Level 3 qualification (employers set UCAS-point targets). You earn a full degree while you work - with no tuition fees to pay.
What’s next: Leads into professional roles, sometimes with a Level 7 (Master’s) apprenticeship after.
Entry requirements are set by each employer and can vary - always check the specific vacancy.
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