Environment and Sustainability

Master of Engineering (Mechatronic)

  • Domestic
  • International
  • Duration

    2 years full-time or part-time equiv.
  • Start Dates

    February and July
  • Location

    North Terrace Campus

About Degree

Make smarter machines  

Mechatronic engineering combines mechanics, electronics and computing. Mechatronic engineers work comfortably across all three areas, often creating complex and intelligent technologies.

This intensive degree is suited to high-achieving engineering graduates, as well as engineers with relevant work experience. It is fully accredited by Engineers Australia .

What will you do?

Our Master of Engineering (Mechatronic) comprises a foundation year and an advanced studies year. You will:

  • take advanced courses in mechanical engineering and programming
  • gain hands-on mechatronic experience through small-group projects
  • pursue specialist topics according to your interests and career goals
  • build communication and project management skills
  • undertake a significant research project.

Where could it take you?

You might design and optimise micro-machines, craft the next generation of cameras or help build underwater exploration vehicles. You could maintain a fully automated robotic assembly line. Perhaps you’ll develop cutting-edge defence or medical technologies.


Entry Requirements

Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.I am a:

  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    SATAC Code3CM064
    DefermentYes - 2 year
    IntakeFebruary and July
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry


    Higher Education StudyA completed four-year Bachelor of Engineering degree or equivalent in a related discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.5.


    Student Profile
    Applicant backgroundSemester one/Full year intake 2022
    Number of studentsPercentage of all students
    International students8100.0%
    All students8100.0%


    International applicants

    CRICOS071206J
    IntakeFebruary and July
    Selection Criteria
    English Language Requirements

    Australian Year 12Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
    English Tests accepted by the University of APSB
    IELTSOverall 6.5Reading 6Listening 6Speaking 6Writing 6





    TOEFLOverall 79Reading 13Listening 13Speaking 18Writing 21





    PearsonOverall 58Reading 50Listening 50Speaking 50Writing 50





    C1 AdvancedOverall 176Reading 169Listening 169Speaking 169Writing 169





    Qualifications that meet minimum English requirementsA range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements
    Academic Entry Requirements

    Detailed information on international qualifications assessment

    Tertiary QualificationsA completed four-year Bachelor of Engineering degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4.5 in the field of Mechanical, Mechatronic, Aerospace or Automotive Engineering
    How to Apply
    Application information for international students
    Important application deadlines for international students

    Student Profile
    Applicant backgroundSemester one/Full year intake 2022
    Number of studentsPercentage of all students
    International students8100.0%
    All students8100.0%


Fees and Scholarships

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  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees
    Australian Full-fee place: $41,000

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.


    International applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units)International student place: $48,500

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    More information on International Student tuition fees.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.


Careers

Career Readiness

Mechatronic engineers offer expertise in the fields of combustion, noise and vibration control, energy technology, vibrations, control systems, robotics, quality management, bioengineering, aeronautics or fluid mechanics, water supply, mining, manufacturing, production planning, maintenance planning, consumer product design, pollution control and new materials.

The University of APSB Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Graduate Attributes

The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of APSB Graduate Attributes.

  1. Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
  2. Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
  3. Teamwork and communication skills
  4. Professionalism and leadership readiness
  5. Intercultural and ethical competency
  6. Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
  7. Digital capabilities
  8. Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

Professional Accreditation

The Master of Engineering (Mechatronic) is fully accredited by Engineers Australia. 

Potential careers

Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Aircraft Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer


Degree Structure

The Master of Engineering is a 48-unit program comprising:
  • 12 units of core courses;
  • 12 units of foundation courses;
  • 12 units of advanced technical coursework and;
  • a project to the value of 12 units, which introduces candidates to research.
Normally, students will complete the requirements for the Master of Engineering in two years of full-time study.

Graduates of a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of APSB or another institution whose program is equivalent to an AQF level 8 honours program and accredited under the Washington Accord will be eligible to be considered for credit—allowing them to complete the master's program in less than two years, with a minimum of one year of full-time study.

International students from non-English speaking backgrounds will be required to take an English language communications course as part of the program.

The availability of all courses is conditional on the availability of staff, facilities and sufficient enrolments.

Program Learning Outcomes
The learning outcomes for this program were informed by the University of APSB Graduate Attributes, Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies   and the characteristics of the APSB Engineering graduate.

Graduates of a Master of Engineering (Mechatronic) will be able to:

  1. Employ highly developed oral and written communication skills to communicate complex information and present persuasive arguments.
  2. Exercise professional judgement, founded on a strong commitment to principles of continuing professional development, ethics, sustainability and social responsibility.
  3. Contribute pro-actively to the work of teams, both as a team member and a team leader, and maintain respectful, constructive and diverse team environments.
  4. Plan and manage resources using systematic methodologies to create solutions to complex engineering problems.
  5. Think critically and independently, apply logic and exercise judgement to create safe and sustainable outcomes.
  6. Apply in-depth knowledge of the principles and methods of research, and of the research directions in the nominated field of specialisation to devise innovative engineering solutions.
  7. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the natural and physical sciences, and mathematical and computer sciences, which underpin the nominated field of specialisation.
  8. Apply an in-depth specialist body of knowledge and skills in the nominated field of specialisation.
  9. Create innovative solutions to complex socio-technical problems using the established engineering methods, tools and processes in the nominated field of specialisation.

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

Master of Engineering (Mechatronic)

Example Study Plan

Core Courses
Students must complete all of the following:

  • ELEC ENG 7057  Communication & Critical Thinking
  • ELEC ENG 7164  Business Management Systems PG
  • MATHS 7025  Research Methods and Statistics
  • PROJMGNT 5021  Project Management Fundamentals
Foundation
Students must complete all of the following:

  • MECH ENG 7070  Heat Transfer & Thermodynamics
  • MECH ENG 7071  Mechatronics II
  • MECH ENG 7070  Heat Transfer & Thermodynamics
  • MECH ENG 7111  Acoustics and Vibrations PG
Electives
Students must choose at least two of the following (6 units):

  • MECH ENG 7024  Robotics M
  • MECH ENG 7020  Modern Control Systems
  • ELEC ENG 7049  Power Electronics Systems
  • ELEC ENG 7060  Antennas & Propagation Sensors & Processing
  • ELEC ENG 7075  Distributed Generation Technologies
  • MECH ENG 7028  Advanced PID Control
Electives
Students may choose up to two courses (6 units) from the following: 


  • MECH ENG 7020  Materials Selection & Failure Analysis
  • MECH ENG 7027  Engineering Acoustics
  • MECH ENG 7029  Air conditioning
  • MECH ENG 7056  Systems Engineering I
  • MECH ENG 7164  Renewable Power Technologies
  • ELEC ENG 7033  Principles of RF Engineering
  • ENG 7020  Complex Systems Engineering PG
  • MECH ENG 7030  Advanced Vibrations
Research Project
Students must complete all of the following:

  • MECH ENG 7001A  Masters Research Project Part A 
  • MECH ENG 7001B  Masters Research Project Part B

Assessment

Assessment includes course and project work. All students are required to complete a minimum of 12 weeks of practical experience outside normal class time. Practical experience can be undertaken in Australia or overseas.

Students who have already completed equivalent practical experience that is deemed acceptable may be given a partial or total exemption from this requirement.


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