Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)

Vehicle Mechatronics in the Master’s programme

On the Master’s programme in Automotive Mechatronics (M.Eng.) at Ulm University of Applied Sciences (THU), you will combine automotive engineering, electrical engineering and computer science to create an interdisciplinary profile for the mobility of the future. Building on your Bachelor’s degree in engineering, you will gain specific qualifications in key areas of the automotive and supplier industries – from electric powertrains and driver assistance systems to automated driving. 

Apply now and help shape the mobility of the future!

  • Mechanical Engineering & Mobility
  • Semester begin Winter / Summer
  • Program Mode Full-time, Dual study program
  • Study Period 3 semester
  • Application period ca. Ende April - 15. Juli
  • Admission Status Admission-free
  • Language german
Cockpit of autonomous car and AI(Artificial Intelligence). Driverless car. Self driving vehicle. UGV.
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short & sweet

Your Automotive Mechatronics Master's degree at THU is characterized by the close integration of theory, simulation and practical application.

  • Practical studies: You will work in laboratories, projects and with industry partners
  • Future-oriented content: You will deal with electromobility, driver assistance systems, AI and simulation
  • Top career opportunities: The degree course opens up a wide range of career prospects in industry, research and development and gives you access to advanced scientific qualifications.

Vehicle mechatronics study contents

The Automotive Mechatronics degree course lasts three semesters and is characterized by the close integration of theory, simulation and practical application. In modern laboratories and in cooperation with industrial partners, you will develop sound skills in the analysis, development and optimization of complex vehicle systems. Elective modules allow you to customize your studies and expand your technical and methodological skills in a targeted manner. At the same time, you will strengthen your skills in project management and interdisciplinary cooperation - important prerequisites for the development of complex technical systems.

Requirements for the Automotive Mechatronics Master's degree

The prerequisite for the Master's in Automotive Mechatronics is an above-average degree in a technology-oriented university course and extensive knowledge (at least 60 ECTS credit points) in the field of automotive engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, mechanical engineering, information technology or energy systems.

Conclusion & prospects

The Master's degree in Automotive Mechatronics will qualify you for challenging jobs in the automotive and supplier industry as well as in related fields of technology. A wide range of career paths in development, management and research will open up to you - for example in the development of vehicle systems, drives and assistance systems or in areas such as automated driving, electromobility and artificial intelligence. In addition, the degree offers you prospects in research and development as well as for an academic career up to and including a doctorate.

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