MSc Mechatronics at University of Derby

Programme overview

Mechatronics is a multidisciplinary subject covering aspects of mechanics, electrical, electronics and computing, and skillsets in these areas are essential in our advancing industry. Mechatronics provides inclusive, cost-effective and sustainable solutions to problems and designs and develops various intelligent integrated systems of manufacturing environments, products and services.

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering | Department: Electrical and Electronic Engineering | Duration: Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years | Study mode: full-time (part-time also available) | Intake: September | Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is made up of three stages: Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and MSc.

Career pathways

The ultimate aim of the MSc Mechatronics programme is to prepare you to work on cutting-edge emerging industrial applications and projects where Mechatronics play a significant role. You could progress into, or if already employed progress within, many fields of professional activity.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will normally be expected to have an appropriate first degree in Mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, electronics, robotics, automation, instrumentation or a closely related discipline, with a minimum classification of 2:2 or above. Consideration will also be given to equivalent qualifications, e.g., a professional qualification of equal standing, or significant industrial or professional experience gained following your initial qualification.; If you have studied a first degree which is not accredited by the Engineering Council as part of the initial learning to CEng, you may be required to undertake some preparatory study, drawn for example from final year material already on offer at the University.; If you are an international student, you can combine this with an appropriate English programme to meet the international entry requirements. If English is not your first language, you will need to hold IELTS 6.5 (with 6.0 in each skills area) or above.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,720 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time fee for the full course; UK full-time fees paid within one academic year are rounded down to the nearest £50 if applicable Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 for the whole programme (2026/27) Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years

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