Mechatronic Engineering

Gain the skills to design intelligent machines, from electric vehicles to large-scale industrial robots. you’ll learn how to design systems that rely on mechanical elements, electrical power, sensing and control. the growing complexity of electro-mechanical systems has led to a need for engineers with this skill set, so you’ll have excellent job prospects when you graduate.

Our beng mechatronic engineering degree is accredited by the institution of engineering and technology (iet). almost every field of engineering involves a combination of mechanical engineering and electronics, so you’ll have plenty of options for mechatronics jobs. you could become an aerospace, automotive or railway engineer. or, you could develop robotics for industrial or manufacturing purposes. southampton’s mechatronics courses have an excellent reputation in industry, giving you an advantage when you enter the job market. our electronics and computer science graduates tend to go straight into jobs in high-tech companies. the transferable skills you gain will also be welcome in a range of other sectors. our alumni have joined professions such as law and finance, and have started their own companies. this degree is also a firm foundation for further study at master's or phd level. you can get placements and employment with local, national and international employers with our help. electronics and computer science graduates have secured roles at organisations including: apple mclaren samsung sony microsoft

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Southampton University has partnerships with the following companies: