Boost your abilities to perform rigorous intellectual analysis and solve complex problems in an engineering field of your choice with this research qualification. Programme overview Gain access to our advanced facilities and establish contact with world-class experts. Join us to innovate, improve and push forward the frontiers of knowledge. This research programme allows you to choose from a variety of specializations and contribute to your preferred field, allowing the potential to apply your in-depth expertise to further study. The ME is structured to help you develop a sense of independence and confidence in your ability to think critically and conduct fundamental or applied research. Regardless of your specialization, you will engage with a stimulating mix of theory and analysis, setting you apart in your pursuit of higher-level opportunities. Mechatronics Engineering: The Department of Mechanical Engineering has enjoyed a long history of research excellence. Embarking on postgraduate study with us gives you the opportunity to tackle projects with real-life relevance, within theoretical frameworks that remain applicable for the future. Major topics that have been undertaken by our Mechatronics researchers include: Actuators for artificial muscles Automation and control Biomimetic structures Industrial solutions, including the development of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) Mechanical Design Medical robotics Motion control systems Real-time embedded systems Sensors Smart materials microtechnologies for novel applications, such as wearable sensors Structuring your postgraduate programme in Mechatronics Engineering 120 point option Completion of MECHTRON 796 ME Thesis (120 points) 180 point option Completion of MECHTRON 796 ME Thesis (120 points) At least 60 points from courses listed in the following schedules: Master of Engineering Studies in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering or Electrical and Electronic Engineering Where could this programme take you? An engineering master’s degree confirms your ability to investigate an important issue with research expertise, work with initiative, make sound judgments, draw conclusions and write a thesis to explain your arguments. These are extremely marketable qualities that can be used to widen your career options and general employability, both immediately after you finish your masters, and later on in your career. Further study options Doctor of Philosophy