Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronics (MEng)

About this course

Mechatronics is the combination of mechanics, electrical and control systems. We find it in devices such as:

• autonomous robots

• self-driving cars

• complex construction equipment

This 4-year integrated master's degree provides the core topics you'll need to master mechanical engineering. It then gives you the advanced skills to be able integrate electrical systems and mechanical devices.

As part of this course you can:

• gain an in-depth understanding of sensors, instrumentation and signal processing for structural design

• take a work placement to boost your academic performance and prepare for your career

• explore the growing area of automation and robotics

• use our design workshops and studios

• showcase your work in our annual Engineering Design Show

• go on site visits to experience engineering in practice

You can take this course with an additional, year-long, paid placement. Apply with UCAS code H3H2 for the Industrial Placement Year option.

We're a designated university for the Defence Technical Undergraduate Scheme (DTUS).

This course is fully accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and offers a route to chartered status.

If you’d prefer a more general approach, or you’d like to focus on a different specialism, you can choose from our other pathways.

• Mechanical Engineering

  - Our 4-year MEng Mechanical Engineering master’s degree is a pathway to chartered engineer status. Gain specialist knowledge and work for a year in industry.

• Mechanical Engineering / Acoustical Engineering

  - On our Meng Mechanical Engineering and Acoustical Engineering master’s degree study subjects from reducing aircraft noise to optimising sound for music venues.

• Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering

  - We have offered aerospace engineering degrees since the 1930s. Join many graduates who have secured successful careers in the space industry or defence sector.

• Mechanical Engineering / Automotive Engineering

  - Prepare for a career in automotive electronic engineering with this master's. Specialise in race cars, propulsion, structural design and automotive electronics.

• Mechanical Engineering / Biomedical Engineering

  - On our Meng Mechanical Engineering / Biomedical Engineering degree explore human factors in engineering with biological and medical healthcare technology.

• Mechanical Engineering / Engineering Management

  - Gain technical skills, and learn how to manage process, people and finances. This degree will prepare you for a career in mechanical engineering management.

• Mechanical Engineering / Materials

  - Become a Chartered Engineer with this MEng Mechanical and Materials Engineering degree. Explore material design and manufacture, and gain industry experience.

• Mechanical Engineering / Naval Engineering

  - Apply your engineering knowledge to marine environments with a naval engineering degree. Design ships and maritime craft for the Royal Navy and private sector.

• Mechanical Engineering / Sustainable Energy Systems

  - Gain in-depth training in renewable energy engineering, such as wind turbines, solar cells, batteries and fuel cells. Graduate with strong engineering skills.

Course locations

• Highfield, Southampton
• Boldrewood, Southampton

Awarding body

This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.