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 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

  - This 4-year degree puts you on the route to becoming a chartered engineer. Gain specialist knowledge and work experience with a year-long industry placement.

• Mechanical Engineering / Acoustical Engineering

  - Study mechanical engineering and the positive and negative factors of acoustical engineering, from reducing aircraft noise to optimising sound for music venues.

• Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering

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

• Mechanical Engineering / Automotive Engineering

  - Prepare for a career as an engineer in the automotive sector. Specialise in areas that interest you, from race cars to automotive electronics.

• Mechanical Engineering / Biomedical Engineering

  - Biomedical engineering is a fast-developing field. Explore human factors in engineering, alongside the biological and medical aspects of 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 the engineering sector and beyond.

• Mechanical Engineering / Materials

  - The 4-year integrated MEng degree will prepare you to become a chartered engineer. Explore material design and manufacture and gain industry work experience.

• Mechanical Engineering / Naval Engineering

  - Learn and apply your engineering knowledge to the marine environment. Design cutting-edge ships and other maritime craft for the Royal Navy and private sector.

• Mechanical Engineering / Sustainable Energy Systems

  - Gain in-depth training in emerging energy technologies 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.