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University of Glasgow: Mechatronics
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Engineering |
| Web | glasgow.ac.uk |
| Telephone | 0141 330 4515 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
The Masters in Mechatronics is a fusion of mechanical, electrical, electronic and control engineering. Modern industry depends for its success in global markets on its ability to integrate these subjects into both the manufacturing process and innovative products and systems.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
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The University of Glasgow has been delivering world-class engineering education and research since 1840. Mechanical Engineering is a core engineering discipline that has a long history in the University dating back to the 1760s with academic contributors such as James Watt.
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Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Glasgow is ranked 1st in Scotland (Complete University Guide 2025).
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Mechanical Engineering at Glasgow is ranked in the top 15 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2023).
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The School of Engineering has extensive contacts with industrial partners who contribute to several of their taught courses through active teaching, curriculum development and panel discussion. Recent contributors in the area of Mechanical Engineering include Babcock, Howdens and Terex.
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You will learn how to apply design synthesis and analysis techniques within a coherent range of subjects in mechatronic engineering.
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You will learn how to utilise specific software tools to support mechatronic system synthesis and analysis activity, and professionally plan, report and present the results of multidisciplinary project activity.
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The school has an Athena Swan Silver Award, demonstrating the school’s commitment to supporting women in scientific studies and careers, and to improving the working environment for all.
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This programme is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
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This programme has a September and January intake for suitably qualified candidates.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Modes of delivery of the MSc in Mechatronics include lectures, seminars and tutorials and allow students the opportunity to take part in lab, project and team work.
You will undertake a project where you will apply your newly learned skills and show to future employers that you have been working on cutting-edge projects relevant to the industry.
Core Courses normally offered include: Robotics M Control M Digital Signal Processing Integrated Systems Design Project M
Optional Courses Advanced Control 5 Advanced Manufacture Advanced Thermal Engineering 5 Advanced Ultrasonics Autonomous Vehicle Guidance Systems M Fault Detection, Isolation And Recovery Lasers Power Electronics and Drives M Real Time Embedded Programming Dynamics 5
Project MSc Project
CAREER PROSPECTS
Career opportunities include manufacturing production systems; system design and manufacture; product engineering and manufacture. Graduates of this programme have gone on to positions such as Senior Software Engineer. Explore our LinkedIn profile for a flavour of where our most recent graduates work.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any Engineering discipline or Physical Sciences/Mathematics degree, with core modules in Engineering Maths and/or Maths and Programming at an average grade of 2.1 or non-UK equivalent. We may sometimes accept degrees at 2.2 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) with an average grade of 2.1 or non-UK equivalent in core modules. International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
The Masters in Mechatronics is a fusion of mechanical, electrical, electronic and control engineering. Modern industry depends for its success in global markets on its ability to integrate these subjects into both the manufacturing process and innovative products and systems.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
-
The University of Glasgow has been delivering world-class engineering education and research since 1840. Mechanical Engineering is a core engineering discipline that has a long history in the University dating back to the 1760s with academic contributors such as James Watt.
-
Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Glasgow is ranked in the top 10 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2022).
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Mechanical Engineering at Glasgow is ranked in the top 20 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2022).
-
The School of Engineering has extensive contacts with industrial partners who contribute to several of their taught courses through active teaching, curriculum development and panel discussion. Recent contributors in the area of Mechanical Engineering include Babcock, Howdens and Terex.
-
You will learn how to apply design synthesis and analysis techniques within a coherent range of subjects in mechatronic engineering.
-
You will learn how to utilise specific software tools to support mechatronic system synthesis and analysis activity, and professionally plan, report and present the results of multidisciplinary project activity.
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This programme is in the process of gaining reaccreditation with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
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The school has an Athena Swan Bronze Award, demonstrating the school’s commitment to supporting women in scientific studies and careers, and to improving the working environment for all.
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This programme has a September and January intake for suitably qualified candidates.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Modes of delivery of the MSc in Mechatronics include lectures, seminars and tutorials and allow students the opportunity to take part in lab, project and team work.
You will undertake a project where you will apply your newly learned skills and show to future employers that you have been working on cutting-edge projects relevant to the industry.
Core Courses normally offered include: DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING INTEGRATED SYSTEMS DESIGN PROJECT M
Optional Courses ADVANCED MANUFACTURE ADVANCED THERMAL ENGINEERING 5 AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE GUIDANCE SYSTEMS M CONTROL M FAULT DETECTION, ISOLATION AND RECOVERY LASERS POWER ELECTRONICS AND DRIVES M REAL TIME EMBEDDED PROGRAMMING ROBOTICS 4
Project MSC PROJECT
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2.1 equivalent degree (GPA 3.0) in any Engineering Discipline or Physical Sciences/Maths degree that contians the core modules: programming and maths. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
The University of Glasgow is one of the UK’s most prestigious seats of learning, and the fourth oldest university in the English speaking world. Established in 1451 and recognised for its world-changing research and teaching, our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, including eight Nobel Laureates, two UK Prime Ministers, three First Ministers of Scotland, 10 Fellows of the Royal Society and 11 Fellows of the British Academy. Our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
Rankings
The University:
- is ranked 79th in the world: QS World University Rankings 2025
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