BEng Mechatronic Engineering with Industrial Experience at University of Manchester

Explore robotics and automation through the dynamic study of mechatronics and enhance your CV with a year working in industry. Study at one of the largest departments of electrical and electronic engineering in the country, with a distinguished history and a focus on the future. Combine scientific and engineering knowledge with creativity to solve some of today's biggest electrical and electronic engineering challenges, making use of a state-of-the art array of equipment and facilities.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time (includes placement year)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Overview of the year in industry The year in industry provides avaluable opportunity to experience work as an engineer in real world situations within a commercial company. Students will have the opportunity to contribute to engineering projects that will influence the future development of society, and undertaking a year in industry increases the likelihood of securing a job offer after graduation. Year 1 compulsory units include Principles of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Digital Electronics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering in Practice, Programming and Software Engineering, Electronic Materials and Devices, Mathematics for EEE 1E1.

Career pathways

There is a shortage of mechatronic engineers, and our graduates are in demand in this highly employable profession. Therefore, career opportunities are truly global that include: Developing microcontroller-based embedded systems; Developing robotic systems; Integrating renewable energy sources; Designing automotive electronics Developing power conversion systems and integrating renewable energy sources; Designing automation and control systems...

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