Automation/Mechatronics | Master
| Faculty | Engineering Sciences |
|---|---|
| Course of studies | Automation/Mechatronics - specialization |
| Degree | Master |
| Academic degree | Master of Science |
| Start | Winter semester |
| Regular study period | 4 Semesters |
| Category |
technology computer science |
| Type of study |
full-time studies |
| Course language | german |
| Description | spezialisation in master's degree course electrical engineering - automation |
| Admission restriction | No |
| Tuition | No |
| Credits | 120 |
| Accredited | Yes / Information on accreditation |
| Application portal |
International Office |
Study Objective
Shaping the development towards Industry 4.0.
More and more companies are striving to increase the degree of automation in their production and thus enable highly flexible mass customisation. The necessary networking of man and machine in the production process can only be designed by engineers who have acquired specialised expertise in addition to the solid knowledge gained from their Bachelor's degree.
The ‘Automation/Mechatronics’ specialisation of the Master's degree programme in Electrical Engineering and Automation helps to deepen this knowledge in a targeted manner. By choosing the modules, each student determines whether the degree programme should focus more on aspects of automation or mechatronics. This individual specialisation makes it possible to focus on personal interests and build up specialist knowledge that is beneficial for professional life.
Career Prospects
As early as 2025, machines are expected to work more hours than humans, but companies are short of skilled labour.
While 75 million traditional jobs will be lost worldwide due to the development of machines and algorithms, over 130 million new ones will be created at the same time. However, manufacturing companies will find it difficult to fill these jobs because their employees first have to learn the necessary specialised knowledge.
Graduates specialising in automation/mechatronics are planning the transition to Industry 4.0. They develop and research machines and their networking as well as the optimisation of production.
For young engineers, this change is a huge opportunity. With the right knowledge, experts in the field of automation can advance within a very short space of time. At the same time, the profession offers very secure prospects for the future, as highly specialised knowledge will be in demand throughout their careers.
Structure of the Programme
Building up specialised knowledge that is in demand in industry requires individual offers and support.
For many years, our Faculty of Engineering has focussed on research and teaching in the field of industrial automation. In product and process development, our scientists optimise the use of robotics in real applications and determine the most suitable manufacturing and material technologies. They pass on the findings from industrial applications directly to students in their teaching.
The Master's in Electrical Engineering - Automation offers students the opportunity to perfect their own specialised knowledge during the four-semester course. There are several modules to choose from each semester, which shift the focus of the degree programme towards either automation or mechatronics.
Individual support for students is of central importance to us. Thanks to small groups, direct dialogue between lecturers and students is uncomplicated. Questions about the subject matter and related topics can be discussed immediately.