MSc Mechatronics at Ilmenau University of Technology

Consecutive programme building on the Bachelor's in Mechatronics. Mechatronics is a multidisciplinary engineering field based on mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and information technology, dealing with the systematic development of integrated systems with a degree of intelligence and autonomous capability. The master's offers flexibility in the choice of subjects and research-oriented study forms with close contacts to industry.

Faculty: Faculty of Mechanical Engineering  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 credit points  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught; double master with Peru and France possible  |  Intake: Winter semester (1 October) and summer semester (1 April)  |  Location: Ilmenau, Thüringen, Germany

What you will study

Interdisciplinary compulsory subjects (for example MEMS (micro electro mechanical systems), complex information technology systems, design of mechatronic systems), electives of the chosen study direction, a project seminar and the master's thesis.

Career pathways

Fields include research and development at universities and companies, project planning, production and research management, technical consulting, quality assurance, sales and service, company management, audio and video technology, and communication and measurement technology.

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