Mechatronics
How do you use robots in industrial applications? And how do you ensure that they can place something very precisely on the spot? You will learn it at Saxion's Mechatronics bachelor's degree programme. You will explore the world of robots, smart tools and innovative machines.
The study programme of the mechatronics degree programme is multifaceted. You will work with the basic techniques, work with fellow students on various projects and you will do an internship in the third year.
Do you have a passion for technology? And do you like to design high tech robotic systems? With your investigative, analytical and creative brain, you can easily enter this growing field. During the Mechatronics programme you will learn how to design industrial and embedded systems and use them to build and program smart tools for home, healthcare or industry. Who knows, maybe you will design a new robot that helps with surgery!
At the end of the first year of Mechatronics you are ready to design, realize and test your own robot or smart system! You use knowledge about mechanical engineering, computer science and electrical engineering. You will also receive lessons in programming industrial (sorting) systems, go into the workshop and design and solder your own electrical parts.
The second year of Mechatronics is all about bringing together mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and control engineering in a product or system. For example, you are going to design a robotic arm or other system that does exactly what you want. You can set the precise movements with control technology.
In the first half of the fourth year, you will follow a minor of your choice. The Mechatronics programme offers the minor Robotics and Vision, but you can also choose other subjects.
- Transcript of Records – If you have not yet completed Secondary School, you must upload a transcript showing your current grades. You can find the transcript template here.
- Secondary School Leaving Certificate – If you have already completed Secondary School, you do not need to upload a separate transcript. Simply upload your Secondary School Leaving Certificate to the application.
Note: Saxion UAS will invite you to attend an online Meet & Greet with your chosen degree programme, where you will get to know future fellow students, the study programme, current students and teaching staff.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending on your nationality and the country where you completed your previous education.
You may not need to take IELTS or TOEFL. University usually allow you to prove your English proficiency in one of the following ways:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- A national English examination listed on your secondary school leaving certificate
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An International Baccalaureate (IB) or European Baccalaureate (EB) diploma
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme, your secondary school qualification and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
A high school degree including Mathematics & Physics.
After completing your Mechatronics study you can go in all directions. For example, you can work at engineering firms, automation companies and machine factories, or in the semiconductor industry.
Professions:
- Researcher
- Systeem designer
- Component designer
- System integrator
- Tester
