Mechatronic Engineering

More and more aspects of the world around us are becoming automated, with labor-saving machines, ‘always on’ connected devices, and robots able to perform tasks quicker and more accurately than humans. These machines are staggeringly complex, with huge numbers of finely tuned moving parts being precisely controlled in the blink of an eye by state-of-the-art electronics. Just consider the machines you use on a daily basis and how many moving parts are involved. Such machines are examples of mechatronic engineering, the science of combining mechanical engineering, electronic and computer engineering, and software design to create intelligent machines. Mechatronic engineering skills are key in the ever-growing presence of a connected world (Internet of Things (IoT))enabling machines to interact with the (electro-mechanical) physical and (software) virtual worlds via the internet. The potential in this area is immense no matter what your interest is, from designing safer cars to building labor-saving intelligent robots to interfacing the mechanical and electronic parts of future renewable energy systems. After completing four years of the course, you’ll achieve a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechatronic Engineering. There is an option to complete an additional 5th year to achieve an integrated Master’s degree (the decision to choose the 5th year option is made heading into the 3rd year and subject to achieving an H2.2 or higher in Years 1 and 2).