MSc Mechatronics & Automation

Program Overview

The University of Strathclyde's MSc Mechatronics & Automation program equips students with advanced knowledge and practical skills to design and develop multidisciplinary mechatronic products. Through a combination of compulsory and elective classes, group projects, and an individual project, graduates are prepared for careers in robotics, automation, manufacturing, and engineering management. The program emphasizes hands-on experience and provides access to industry-based projects, fostering innovation and expertise in mechatronic product development.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MSc Mechatronics & Automation program at the University of Strathclyde provides students with the knowledge and skills to develop multidisciplinary products with an integrated approach. The program emphasizes practical experience through its digital design and manufacture studio and prototype workshops. Graduates are equipped to contribute to future mechatronic product development and provide expertise as mechatronic "specialists."

Outline:

The program consists of a combination of compulsory classes, three optional classes, and a group project. MSc students also undertake an individual project. The course curriculum includes:

Compulsory Classes:

• Manufacturing Automation
• Mechatronic Systems Design Techniques
• Product Modelling & Visualization
• Engineering Risk Management
• Project Management
• Postgraduate Group Project

Elective Classes:

• Design Methods
• VIP: Robotic Vehicles for Education and Research
• Systems Thinking & Modelling
• Intelligent Sensing and Reasoning through Machine Learning
• Robotics: Systems and Control
• Control Principles
• Neural Networks and Deep Learning

Assessment:

Assessment methods vary depending on the module and may include:

• Coursework submissions
• Exams
• In-class participation
• Group projects
• Individual projects

Teaching:

The program is delivered by leading internationally-renowned researchers in the fields of computer-aided engineering design, computer modelling, system integration, rapid prototyping, computer visualization, and product development.

Careers:

Graduates of the MSc Mechatronics & Automation program are well-prepared for careers in various industries, including:

• Robotics
• Automation
• Product design
• Manufacturing
• Students have the opportunity to work on industry-based projects through the Postgraduate Group Project module.
• The program provides access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a digital design and manufacture studio and prototype workshops.

Tuition Fees:

Scotland: £10,800 England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £10,800 International: £28,250