Master of Mechatronics Engineering (MC-MTRNENG)
Masters (Coursework)Year: 2025 Delivered: On Campus (Parkville)
About this course
Overview
| Award title | Master of Mechatronics Engineering |
|---|---|
| Year & campus | 2025 — Parkville |
| CRICOS code | 106109F |
| Fees information | Subject EFTSL, level, discipline and census date |
| Study level & type | Graduate Coursework |
| AQF level | 9 |
| Credit points | 300 credit points |
| Duration | 36 months full-time or 72 months part-time |
The Master of Mechatronics Engineering is an entry-to-practice degree that provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to enter the international workplace as mechatronics engineers.
Graduates are skilled in the integration of engineering principles primarily spanning mechanical, electrical and software engineering; and have the ability to apply these skills to complex, open-ended engineering tasks and problems. The degree builds upon a solid foundation in mathematics and physics. Within the degree, students acquire core skills in the areas of systems dynamics, control theory, sensing and actuation, software design for physical systems, mechatronics systems design and integration, safety, sustainability, management, communication and teamwork. Students may also choose to undertake specialisations in the area of manufacturing engineering. The degree culminates in a capstone design experience. Students have the opportunity to participate in overseas study, industry-based projects and supervised research.
Distinction
Upon completion of the Master of Mechatronics Engineering, it is possible for a student to be awarded Master of Mechatronics Engineering with Distinction provided a student has achieved a high level of academic performance. Eligibility of the Distinction award is dependent on a calculated distinction score.
The distinction score will only take into account Level 9 subjects undertaken at the University of Melbourne. This means Study Abroad and Exchange subjects will not be considered. One 12.5 point subject with the lowest mark will be omitted in the calculation of the distinction score. All level 9 subjects with credit points of more than 12.5 points must be included in the calculations. Only marks from the first attempt at a subject will be used. The average mark will be weighted by the credit points of the subjects. A Master of Engineering with Distinction will be awarded if the score is 80 or above.
Hurdle Requirement
In order to achieve the Engineering Practice Hurdle requirement, students will need to document the attainment of professional skills at an adequate level. This may include the successful completion of any of the following:
- Skills Towards Employment Program (STEP)
- ENGR90033 Internship subject
- An agreed level of internship at an approved engineering form (without receiving University credit)
Completion of the degree will not be approved until this requirement has been met.
Links to further information
This course is available in My Course Planner
My Course Planner is an interactive web application that allows you to explore your study options and decide which subjects and major(s), minors and/or specialisations are right for you.
Entry requirements
1. In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed:
- an undergraduate degree with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent; and
- at least 25 points of appropriate tertiary-level Mathematics equivalent to MAST10006 Calculus 2 and MAST10007 Linear Algebra and at least 25 points of appropriate tertiary level Physics equivalent to PHYC10003 Physics 1 and PHYC10004 Physics 2.
Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.
2. In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider;
- prior academic performance; and if relevant
- professional experience
3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.
4. Applicants are required to satisfy the University’s English language requirements for graduate courses. For those applicants seeking to meet these requirements by one of the standard tests approved by the Academic Board, performance band 6.5 is required.
Note:
Applicants with the following may be awarded up to 100 points of credit:
- Graduates of Melbourne Model BSc undergraduate degree who complete the Mechatronics Systems majors with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent;
- a Bachelor of Engineering, or equivalent as recognised by the Melbourne School of Engineering, in a cognate discipline appropriate to the stream of the Master of Engineering into which entry is sought with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent.
Available credit for other University of Melbourne graduates and graduates of other universities is normally evaluated on a case-by-case basis, but the Academic Board may approve standard credit arrangements for specified entry pathways.
Graduate Degree Packages for School Leavers
The University of Melbourne offers Graduate Degree Packages to high achieving school leavers, allowing them to secure places (Commonwealth Supported Places for domestic students or International fee places) in the Master of Engineering provided that they meet certain requirements.
For a Commonwealth Supported Place or an International Fee Place, the applicant must:
- complete an Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate (IB) in 2018 or later either:
- in Australia; or
- outside Australia and be an Australian citizen;
- Achieve an ATAR (or notional ATAR) of at least 93.00 to package the Master of Mechatronics Engineering with the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design or Bachelor of Science;
- apply for a University of Melbourne Graduate Degree Packages for commencement in the year following completion of Year 12 or IB via VTAC;
- enrol immediately or be granted deferral in the year following Year 12;
- successfully complete a Bachelor of Biomedicine, Commerce, Design or Science at the University of Melbourne including all the specified prerequisite subjects; and
- commence the Master of Engineering within 18 months of completing the undergraduate degree.
Applicants should refer to the University handbook for the additional entry requirements for the undergraduate degrees in the Graduate Degree Packages.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The Master of Mechatronics Engineering welcomes applications from students with disabilities. It is University and degree policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student’s participation in the degree.
The Master of Mechatronics Engineering requires all students to enrol in subjects where they will require:
• the ability to comprehend complex science, technology and engineering related information;
• the ability to clearly and independently communicate a knowledge and application of science, technology and engineering principles and practices during assessment tasks; and,
• the ability to actively and safely contribute in laboratory, and fieldwork/excursion activities.
Students must possess behavioural and social attributes that enable them to participate in a complex learning environment. Students are required to take responsibility for their own participation and learning. They also contribute to the learning of other students in collaborative learning environments, demonstrating interpersonal skills and an understanding of the needs of other students. Assessment may include the outcomes of tasks completed in collaboration with other students.
There may be additional inherent academic requirements for some subjects, and these requirements are listed within the description of the requirements for each of these subjects.
Students who feel their disability will impact on meeting this requirement are encouraged to discuss this matter with the relevant Subject Coordinator and Student Equity and Disability Support:
http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/
Professional accreditation
EURACE
Engineers Australia
The current Master of Engineering (Mechatronics) is accredited by Engineers Australia and ASIIN and the School will be applying for the new program to be accredited once approved by Academic Board.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this course, graduates will:
- have gained knowledge and practice in mechatronics engineering fields of system dynamics and control, mechatronics systems design and integration, intelligent engineering solution, based upon the interconnection of mechanical, electrical and computing systems.
- have gained knowledge and practice in advanced mechatronics engineering topics which might include applications in various industrial sectors and interdisciplinary engineering domains;
- be able to apply their knowledge to analyse and design mechatronics systems and processes;
- have developed problem solving and trouble shooting skills that may be applied in professional practice;
- be able to demonstrate proficiency over established and emerging engineering methods and tools to solve practical engineering problems;
- understand the basic principles underlying the management of physical, human and financial resources;
- be able to undertake a piece of original research either within an industrial setting or in a laboratory, involving the collection of data, its objective analysis and interpretation;
- have effective verbal and written communication skills that enable them to make a meaningful contribution to the changes facing society;
- be conversant with important issues relevant to sectors influenced by mechatronics engineering, such as the sustainability of resources, the efficient operation of all processes, the rise of automation and intelligent processes, and privacy and security in the age of the internet; and,
- know and epitomize professional ethical behaviour and responsibilities towards their profession and the community, including having positive and responsible approaches to sustainable development, process and personal safety, management of information and professional integrity.
Generic skills
- an understanding of the changing knowledge base in engineering;
- an ability to evaluate and synthesise the research and professional literature;
- skills and techniques applicable to engineering;
- well-developed problem-solving abilities, characterised by flexibility of approach;
- competencies in engineering professional expertise and scholarship;
- a capacity to articulate their knowledge and understanding in oral and written forms of communications;
- an understanding of the international context and sensitivities of engineering;
- an appreciation of the design, conduct and reporting of original research;
- a capacity to manage competing demands on time, including self-directed project work;
- a profound respect for truth and intellectual integrity, and for the ethics of scholarship;
- an appreciation of the ways in which advanced knowledge equips the student to offer leadership in the specialist area;
- the capacity to value and participate in projects which require team-work;
- an understanding of the significance and value of their knowledge to the wider community (including business and industry);
- a capacity to engage where appropriate with issues in contemporary society; and,
- working skills in the application of computer systems and software and a receptiveness to the opportunities offered by new technologies.
Course structure
The Master of Mechatronics Engineering requires the successful completion of 300 credit points.
The Master of Mechatronics Engineering is a three year degree (full time). This degree has one Manufacturing specialisation.
To obtain the degree (no specialisation) students must complete:
- 225 credit points of compulsory subjects
- 75 credit points of electives including
- A minimum of 50 credit points of Group A electives
- A maximum of 25 credit points of Group B electives
To obtain the degree with Manufacturing specialisation, students must complete:
- 225 credit points of compulsory subjects
- 75 credit points of core specialisation subjects and electives (from Group A) including
- 50 credit points of core specialisation subjects
Note:
1. Students entering the course with advanced standing who plan on completing a specialisation may need to enrol in core specialisation subjects in their commencing semester. Please check and follow the structure outlined for your intended specialisation and seek course planning advice.
2. Students who commenced prior to 2025 can complete their degree following the course structure as per their year of entry/admission. Students in this group can also complete ENGR90051 as part of their Year 2 selective subject options.
Year 1:
- 100 credit points of Year 1 compulsory subjects
Year 2:
- 100 credit points of Year 2 compulsory subjects
Year 3:
- 25 credit points of Year 3 compulsory subjects
75 credit points of electives or 50 credit points of core specialisation subjects and 25 credit points of electives
Progression
The core subject lists are divided into specific year levels, reflecting the recommended order of completing the course. There is, however, some flexibility between Year 2 and 3 core subjects, depending on the requisites set between them. Check the individual Handbook entries of these subjects for more detail.
Engineering Practice Hurdle Requirement
Students enrolled in the Master of Mechatronics Engineering degree will need to satisfy the requirements of the Engineering Practice hurdle prior to being awarded the degree. Students will be introduced early in their degree to the online e-portfolio system as a way of documenting their attainment of graduate attributes which accord with University and professional accreditation standards. Students will keep a record of their stepwise attainment of these capabilities throughout their engineering studies at Melbourne. The artifacts recorded in the e-portfolio may include formal study elements, such as design reports, as well as reflections on extracurricular activities such as employment and volunteering activities.
Hurdle Requirement
In order to achieve the Engineering Practice Hurdle requirement, students will need to document the attainment of professional skills at an adequate level. This may include the successful completion of any of the following:
1. Skills Towards Employment Program (STEP)
2. ENGR90033 Internship subject
3. An agreed level of internship at an approved engineering form (without receiving University credit)
Completion of the degree will not be approved until this requirement has been met.
Subject Options
Year 1 compulsory subjects
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR20004 | Engineering Mechanics |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN20005 | Foundations of Electrical Networks |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MAST20029 | Engineering Mathematics |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| COMP20005 | Intro. to Numerical Computation in C |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MCEN30021 | Mechanical Systems Design |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MCEN30020 | Systems Modelling and Analysis |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR30004 | Numerical Algorithms in Engineering |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| COMP90041 | Programming and Software Development |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Year 2 compulsory subjects
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCEN90038 | Dynamics | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90055 | Control Systems |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MCEN90032 | Sensor Systems |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| COMP90049 | Introduction to Machine Learning |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MCEN90061 | Mechatronics Systems Design | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90066 | Embedded System Design |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN30014 | Analog and Digital Electronics Concepts | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ENGR90051 | Interdisciplinary Design for Engineers |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Note: Students who commenced prior to 2025 can complete their degree following the course structure as per their year of entry/admission. Students in this group can also complete ENGR90051 as part of their Year 2 selective subject options.
Year 3 compulsory subjects
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR90037 | Engineering Capstone Project Part 1 |
Semester 1 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR90038 | Engineering Capstone Project Part 2 |
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Group A electives
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCEN90028 | Robotics Systems | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90048 | Artificial Intelligence for Engineers | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90041 | Advanced Dynamics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90064 | Advanced Control Systems | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90045 | Aerospace Dynamics and Control | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ENGR90043 | MechEng Summer Research Project | Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90017 | Advanced Motion Control | Not available in 2025 | 12.5 |
Group B electives
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCEN90050 | Human Centred Mechanical Design | Not available in 2025 | 12.5 |
| BMEN90022 | Computational Biomechanics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| COMP90015 | Distributed Systems |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| COMP90018 | Mobile Computing Systems Programming | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN30011 | Electrical Device Modelling | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90056 | Electronic Circuit Design | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90054 | Design and Manufacturing Practice | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90055 | Manufacturing Processes and Technology | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90056 | Industry Digital Transformation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90057 | Manufacturing Automation and IT | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90058 | Industrial Engineering | Semester 1 (Online) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90053 | Industrial Systems and Simulation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90059 | Probability, Reliability and Quality | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90060 | Sustainable and Life Cycle Engineering | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90046 | Vibrations and Aeroelasticity | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90094 | Large Data Methods & Applications | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90088 | System Optimisation & Machine Learning | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BMEN90034 | Movement Neurorehabilitation Technology | No longer available | |
| ENGR90033 | Internship |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
25 |
| ENGR90026 | Engineering Entrepreneurship | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90095 | AI for Robotics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90090 | Autonomous Systems Clinic | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ENGR90041 | Engineering Research Project Part 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
| ENGR90042 | Engineering Research Project Part 2 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
| ENGR90034 | Creating Innovative Engineering | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Core specialisation subjects
Please see the core specialisation subjects in the Specialisations page.
Majors, minors & specialisations
Master of Mechatronics Engineering- Specialisations
| Name | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 50 |
Last updated: 27 February 2025