Are you ready for one of the most hands-on mechatronic degrees in Australia? Do you want to learn how to retrieve a submarine from the ocean floor or build an autonomous drone?
This specialisation begins with the study of design principles, mechatronic systems, theory, communication skills and ethics. Your studies will incorporate the dynamics and materials of mechanical engineering along with electrical elements such as circuit design.
You'll explore concepts and practical applications in areas including artificial intelligence, signal and systems theory, and control theory. This knowledge will also be integrated with computer science as you learn how mechanical and electrical components work together.
Each year you'll complete a hands-on, project-based subject as part of a student team. This will involve designing and building a system to solve a mechatronics task.
Previous projects include a mini-rescue vehicle, autonomous drones, cars and sailboats, and submarine recovery. You'll also complete a robotics project in your third year of study.
Depending on the major you choose, employment opportunities can be found in product development and manufacturing, mining, aerospace and defence, transport, and government and industry research groups.
Mechatronic engineers are highly sought after for roles involving artificial intelligence systems, robotics, automated industrial machinery and avionics. Employers include BAE Systems, Arnott’s Australia, Epsom, Google, Amazon, Boeing ABB, Telstra, Uber and Accenture.
Tailor your specialisation in mechatronic engineering with majors or minors that meet your interests and career goals. Mechatronic engineering offers these options:
Majors
Minors
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Mechatronic engineer
- Design engineer
- Agricultural systems engineer
- Automation engineer
- Software engineer
- Electronics engineer
Average annual salary range
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Reflecting on all the opportunities I've had – studying engineering, science and languages, being a student leader, an executive member for a student society, studying abroad in Hong Kong and representing the uni through dance – I’ve realised there truly is something for everyone at UQ!
Graduating with a mechatronic engineering degree will allow me to work with neural prosthetics, which are artificial extensions to the body that restore function of the nervous system, while also opening up a vast number of exciting opportunities in other areas such as automation and intelligent systems.
When I attended the UQ Open Day I was immediately impressed by the plethora of opportunities that UQ provides its students. From the world-class facilities and internationally acclaimed researchers to the hundreds of clubs and societies, I could tell that this was a university where I could fulfil my potential.
In the third year, mechatronic engineers at the time conducted a semester-long team project. For this project we were required to build a wheeled robot that played soccer. I was grouped with three of my current greatest friends and we spent many nights together working on bringing our robot to life.
While studying at UQ, I made a lot of life-long friends who share similar interests with me. We supported each other and helped each other to work towards our goals. I enjoyed being able to participate in Hackathons, share our results and gain feedback from others.
Reflecting on all the opportunities I've had – studying engineering, science and languages, being a student leader, an executive member for a student society, studying abroad in Hong Kong and representing the uni through dance – I’ve realised there truly is something for everyone at UQ!
Graduating with a mechatronic engineering degree will allow me to work with neural prosthetics, which are artificial extensions to the body that restore function of the nervous system, while also opening up a vast number of exciting opportunities in other areas such as automation and intelligent systems.
When I attended the UQ Open Day I was immediately impressed by the plethora of opportunities that UQ provides its students. From the world-class facilities and internationally acclaimed researchers to the hundreds of clubs and societies, I could tell that this was a university where I could fulfil my potential.
In the third year, mechatronic engineers at the time conducted a semester-long team project. For this project we were required to build a wheeled robot that played soccer. I was grouped with three of my current greatest friends and we spent many nights together working on bringing our robot to life.
While studying at UQ, I made a lot of life-long friends who share similar interests with me. We supported each other and helped each other to work towards our goals. I enjoyed being able to participate in Hackathons, share our results and gain feedback from others.
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How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Work placements
- Overseas study
- Laboratory work
- Fieldwork
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Electromagnetism and Electromechanics
- Machine Element Design
- Circuits, Signals and Systems
- Robotics and Automation
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