Mechatronics Engineering

Mechatronics combines the disciplines of mechanical and electronic engineering together with computing and IT systems. The programme offers an integrated approach to engineering, incorporating mechatronics, product design, microprocessor-based control, manufacturing systems, modelling, simulation and quality management. Mechatronics is essential to the design and manufacture of modern products and processes.

The course takes graduates from various engineering, management and software engineering disciplines and develops them into multidisciplinary engineers capable of working in mechatronics and related fields. This enables them to apply an integrated approach in designing and developing products and processes.

The individual project is a major element of the course. It involves a wider spectrum of multidisciplinary research in design, manufacturing systems, quality management and IT, with due regard to the efficient exploitation of the technology, materials and marketing resources of industrial firms. Students are encouraged to work on industrial-based projects.

Course modules

Core units

• Technical, Research and Professional Skills
• Product Development for Quality
• Mechatronics and Design
• Advanced Manufacturing and Manufacturing Systems
• Individual Project

Specialist units

• Microprocessor Control and Robotics
• Operations Management and Simulation

Career and progression opportunities

There is an increasing demand for multidisciplinary engineers for various positions covering many industries, hence graduates from this course can expect significantly enhanced job prospects in engineering, design and manufacturing related disciplines.

The programme provides an excellent basis for careers, which include product managers, project leaders, product development managers, research engineers, and systems engineers.

Entry requirements

Generally a good honours degree (or equivalent) in a science, engineering or other relevant management/technological discipline. We particularly welcome overseas and EU applicants with relevant qualifications.

If you are interested in studying at LSBU, please refer to our Standard Entry Requirements

How to apply

Application methods for undergraduate part-time and postgraduate study vary depending on the course you are applying for. When applying use the LSBU codes listed below.

LSBU - FullTime - 1047

LSBU - PartTime - 1048

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