Advanced Mechanical Engineering: Mechatronics

This advanced mechanical engineering science master’s in mechatronics combines electrical, mechanical and computer engineering. you’ll learn to design and build using advanced electrical systems. our master’s courses combine traditional aspects of mechanical engineering with specialisms from other areas, so you can adapt your study to your career plans. our international centre for research and teaching has a global reputation. our msc mechatronics master’s degree is for you if you studied engineering, maths or physical sciences, and want to specialise in mechatronics. on this course you’ll learn the fundamental science, methods, analysis and engineering applications to start a career in mechatronic engineering. you’ll have the opportunity to design robots and build machines as part of your study. you’ll learn about mechanical engineering, electrical systems and control. as part of this msc in mechatronics, you’ll select optional modules on topics like robotics and automotive propulsion. we’ll teach you to use advanced electrical systems and understand the impact and use of control systems, instrumentation and sensors.

This master’s course will prepare you for a career in mechatronics engineering and allow you to work in a range of application sectors. these sectors have a reputation for offering good starting salaries and excellent career progression opportunities. in the uk, our graduates work across different organisations and application areas, including in the following sectors: aerospace automotive power generation biomedical finance in addition to engineering careers, many of our graduates go into other employment such as finance and consultancy, where the numeracy and communication skills you'll develop on the course are highly valued. you'll graduate with excellent analytical, project management and leadership skills.

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: