Before studying Mechatronics

The Bachelor's degree program in Mechatronics prepares you for the challenges and demands of professional life thanks to its innovative and comprehensive curriculum. The intelligent mix of technical components and business skills combined with individual options in the higher semesters and stays abroad offer a wide-ranging program with its finger on the pulse of the times

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The study program Mechatronics, Design & Innovation

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Overview

The Bachelor's degree program in Mechatronics is a full-time degree program with numerous elective options and international components. A compulsory work placement and practical training, guaranteed by external lecturers from industry and business, as well as co-operative final theses with companies, make it particularly easy for you to enter the world of work.

In the first three semesters, the Bachelor's degree program provides basic knowledge in the fields of engineering:

  • Natural Sciences
  • Mechanics
  • Materials Technology & Machine Elements
  • Electronics & Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Science

From the 4th semester onwards, you can choose between Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Electrical Engineering and Automation, Robotics & AI to specialize in a particular subject area. In the 5th semester, you can also choose half of the semester's program yourself. This allows you to focus on interdisciplinary disciplines such as the Internet of Things, CAM or e-Mobility or Personality & Team, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management.

As a successful engineer today, you need to have entrepreneurial thinking in addition to technical knowledge. Our graduates acquire these skills with content in the areas of foreign languages, management and work techniques.

The multi-layered concept and international networking with partner universities worldwide make our graduates particularly attractive on the global labor market.

Phillip Kronthaler
Dipl.-Ing. Dr. techn. Phillip Kronthaler Head of Department & Studies
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Admission

Applications for studies are accepted on an ongoing basis via our online application platform. In the interests of your further planning, we recommend that you submit your application early.

Applications for several degree programs at MCI in parallel are possible and welcome, as long as the motivation for the chosen studies can be conclusively demonstrated.

Dates & Deadlines
Application
deadline		 Interview
Nov 17, 2024 Dec 2 - 4, 2024
   Feb 2, 2025 Feb 17 - 19, 2025
Apr 6, 2025 Apr 22 - 24, 2025
May 18, 2025 Jun 2 - 4, 2025
Prerequisites

Generally, admission to the program is available to the following persons:

Individuals with a university entrance qualification for a social, business or legal sciences study program (e.g. school-leaving exam, appropriate university entrance equivalency exam etc.)

Individuals without a university entrance qualification, but with relevant professional qualification, provided that one of the following requirements is fulfilled:

  • school-leaving certificate from a relevant vocational secondary school

  • completion of a dual education course with a relevant apprenticeship

Applicants without a university entrance qualification with relevant professional qualifications and applicants with a German entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences (Advanced technical college entrance qualification) must also take additional examinations in the following subjects: German, English (B2), Mathematics and Physics in order to fulfill the admission requirements. The level of the examinations corresponds to those of the university entrance qualification examination for natural science subject groups.

Persons in their last year at school wishing to apply for a place on the program before taking their final exams must include their most current school report with their application. Successful applicants must subsequently submit their school-leaving examination certificate before the start of the first semester.

Procedures

In just two steps to your desired study program at MCI:

Step 1 – Online application: CV & motivation

A complete online application consists of a CV, a letter of motivation, information on educational background, qualifications, professional career, social achievements and academic as well as professional goals. We would like to know why you are applying to study at MCI.

You may apply for more than one degree program at the same time, provided you can conclusively explain your respective motivations in your letter of motivation.

Step 2 – Online admission interview

In the second step, all applicants will be invited to an online admission interview.

In this interview, we want to get to know you. We are particularly interested in your motivation to study at MCI as well as your professional and personal goals you want to achieve with the help of your studies.

Within three weeks after the admission interview, we will inform you about the admission decision.

Preparation (Mathematics and Physics)

We offer a course in Basic Mathematics & Science to complement the curriculum and provide the best possible introduction to this study program. If you feel that you are not completely familiar with the secondary school material or have not been studying Mathematics and Physics intensively for a long time, these pre-science basics are ideal for refreshing the fundamentals and then solving exercises independently during your studies to achieve optimum learning success.

Scope: 1 hour per week per semester (corresponds to 15 teaching units) in Mathematics and Physics (of which approx. 2/3 in class and 1/3 asynchronously via our learning platform)

Period: in the last two weeks of September

Costs: EUR 50,-

As one of the leading high-tech companies in Austria, Infineon Technologies Austria is, according to its growth strategy, always searching for high potentials. Due to the excellent problem solving skills of its alumni, especially in regard of interdisciplinarity, internationality and feasibilty, the MCI Mechatronics Master program is one of the most promising programs in Austria.

Dr. Sabine Herlitschka
Dr. Sabine Herlitschka
CEO Infineon Technologies, Villach

While studying Mechatronics

The degree program is characterized by the quality of its content, its proximity to business, an individual course of study, up to date subjects and internationality. Through close cooperation with our business partners and the integrated work placement, students gain valuable practical experience during their Bachelor's degree program. Personal development, as well as the acquisition of social and intercultural skills, form an essential part of the program, as does the provision of comprehensive technical expertise.

Mechatronics combines elements of the traditional disciplines of mechanics, electronics and computer science, which interact efficiently in computer-controlled systems and open up future-oriented solutions. Mechanical and electrical engineering are among the most important branches of industry internationally and are regarded as the basis for every technical innovation. The link with IT makes mechatronics a particularly important engineering discipline with regard to digitalization.

Curriculum & Courses
A1. Mechatronics & Fundamentals of Engineering

 Semester

1

2

3

4

5

6

Mathematics & Numerical Mathematics

4 | 5 

4 | 5

4 | 5

 

 

 

Physics

 4 | 5 

 

 

  

 

 

Thermo & Fluid Dynamics

 

 

 

 4 | 5

 

 

Control Engineering

 

 

 

4 | 5

3 | 5

 

Robotics & Automation Technology

 

 

 

 4 | 5 

 3 | 5 

 

Elective Product Design

 

 

4 | 5 

 

 

 

Semester Credit Units | ECTS Credits

A2. Mechanical Engineering

 Semester

1

2

3

4

5

6

Engineering Mechanics

 4 | 5

4 | 5

 

 

 

 

Mechanical Engineering

 4 | 5

4 | 5 

 

 

 

 

Semester Credit Units | ECTS Credits

A3. Electrical Engineering

 Semester

1

2

3

4

5

6

Electrical Engineering

 3 | 5

 

 

 

 

 

Measurement & Digital Technology

 

 

4 | 5

4 | 5 

 

 

Drive Technology

 

 

 

 

3 | 5 

 

Semester Credit Units | ECTS Credits

A4. Information Technology
 Semester 1 2 3 4 5 6
Programming  2 | 2,5 2 | 2,5         
Softwaredesign     4 | 5      

Semester Credit Units | ECTS Credits

A5. Electives A
 Semester 1 2 3 4 5 6
Innovative Skills   4 | 5 4 | 5       
Electronic Circuit Desgin    4 | 5  4 | 5      
Advanced Mechanical Engineering   4 | 5  4 | 5       
Collaborative Robotics & Production Systems    4 | 5  4 | 5      
Internet of Things    4 | 5  4 | 5       

Semester Credit Units | ECTS Credits

A6. Electives B
Semester 1 2 3 4 5 6
e-Mobility       3 | 5 4 | 5   
Advanced Electronic Design       4 | 5 4 | 5   
Numerical Mechanics & Validation        4 | 5  4 | 5  
Mobile Robotics & Vision       4 | 5 4 | 5   
Machine Learning & Data Science        4 | 5 3 | 5   

Semester Credit Units | ECTS Credits

B. Internship / Bachelor Thesis / Bachelor Exam
 Semester 1 2 3 4 5 6
Bachelor Thesis / Internship           1 | 24
Bachelor Exam            0 | 1

Semester Credit Units | ECTS Credits

C. Management, Foreign Language & Key Competencies
 Semester 1 2 3 4 5 6
English 2 | 2,5  2 | 2,5         
Management & Entrepreneurship         4 | 5   4 | 5

Semester Credit Units | ECTS Credits

 

 

Module Overview
Subject%
Fundamentals of Engineering & IT 17%
Mechanical Engineering 14%
Electronics & Electrical Engineering 14%
Automation Technology & Robotics 14%
Specialization in Majors 11%
Elective modules 8%
Key competences 5%
Internship & Bachelor's thesis 17%
Time Model

The Bachelor's degree program in Mechatronics is a full-time program

In full-time degree programs, lectures and seminars take place on weekdays, while blocked units allow students to deal intensively with individual topics. Lectures usually take place from Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:15 and/or from 13:30 to 16:45. In exceptional cases, however, the times may vary and lessons and/or examinations may take place outside the specified times or on Saturdays.

Academic Degree

Graduates of the program are conferred the academic title of Bachelor of Science in Engineering, in short BSc or B.Sc. This is attested by a leaving certificate, the Bachelor diploma, the international diploma supplement, and further documents where relevant. MCI Alumni are entitled to combine their academic degree with the brand “MCI” to provide trust and orientation in an increasingly intransparent international education market. Example: BSc (MCI). 
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Interdisciplinary Electives

Our interdisciplinary electives provide you with the opportunity to tailor your academic journey to your own interests and goals.

Interdisciplinary electives are cross-curricular courses on current trends and developments.

They allow you to discuss topics from different perspectives and interact with students and faculty from other disciplines.

During your studies you have the unique chance to choose such a course from a wide range of topics within the following focus areas:

  • Entrepreneurship & Innovation

  • Sustainability

  • Digitalization

  • Globalization

  • Society

The electives offer the opportunity to deepen your own interests and broaden your horizons. Join us as we enter a world of learning, exploration, and growth! Read more.

Major in Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineering is one of the most important branches of production internationally and is the driving force behind technical innovation. Due to increasing automation, technical systems today are equipped with complex measurement, control and regulation technology. Mechanical engineers develop and design individual machines and larger systems, considering technical progress, economic requirements and practical utilization options. They deal with the procurement, development and operation of systems and are responsible for the planning, control and monitoring of projects and processes. The latest engineering findings are transferred to industrial and commercial production, considering safety and economic conditions.

Major in Electronics & Electrical Engineering

Hardly any other science has shaped the 20th century like electrical engineering. With mobile telephony, global networking and automation, this trend is continuing unabated in the new millennium. This development is currently reflected in a blatant shortage of skilled labor at all levels of training. There is a demand for electrical engineers and electronics technicians from the semiconductor industry to power electronics and metrology. Young engineers with interdisciplinary knowledge in related fields such as mechanical engineering, information technology and automation technology, as well as business skills, are particularly in demand. The electrical engineering major is an innovative addition to mechatronics and engineering expertise in circuit technology, power electronics, transmission technology and automation.

Major in Automation, Robotics & AI

Increasing efficiency in production and manufacturing is becoming increasingly important for industry in order to remain competitive. Digitalization and Industry 4.0 technologies are increasing the demand for engineers who can use artificial intelligence to optimize processes and improve product quality. Artificial intelligence in production enables more flexible and efficient processes. Machine learning and intelligent algorithms help to monitor and adapt production processes. Application-orientated knowledge and practical experience are therefore essential. A central component of the program is industrial image processing, which is crucial for automation. Knowledge from these areas contributes to the development and implementation of modern production systems that meet the requirements of the future and promote the efficiency and sustainability of production.

Electives

In the 5th semester, you can organize half of the course content yourself, regardless of your major. Decide for yourself which "specialized competencies" and "key competencies" you would like to deepen. In addition, the "Interdisciplinary elective module" is offered in this semester. Details on the choice of subjects can be found in the curriculum.

Together with the individual choice of study program, the professional internship and the topic of the Bachelor's thesis, you can therefore choose over a third of the degree program yourself.

Technology at MCI

MCI and Infineon Technologies Austria maintain a joint research laboratory in Innsbruck. One of the results of this collaboration is the Multicopter. Multicopters are used as carriers for highly efficient engine controls and for autonomous flight technologies.

International Outreach

One of the most essential components of MCI study programs is their international orientation. This is reflected not only in the curriculum and assigned projects, but also in the backgrounds of our faculty and students. The program also includes the opportunity for students to spend the 5th semester abroad at one of MCI’s many partner institutions.

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Italien
Politecnico di Milano
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FH Aachen
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Practice

At the Entrepreneurial School®, providing a consistent link between science and practice has top priority. Therefore, we provide our students plenty of opportunity to put their newly acquired knowledge to practice, even during their studies. The collaboration with companies and organizations of different sizes and sectors forms one of the cornerstones of the MCI concept. Such cooperative work does not only benefit our students, but also, ­to a large extent, our partners.

Electronics & Data Analytics

  • Hardware

  • Data Acquisition

  • Date Evaluation

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Fluid & Mechanics

  • Separation Technology

  • Equipment & Process Optimization of Dispersed Systems

  • Computational Engineering

  • Structure Dynamics

  • Engines & Emissions

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Health Tech

  • Sports Technology

  • Robotics in Health

  • Medical Devices

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Smart Production & Organization

  • Automation & Robotics

  • Production Planning, Optimization & Simulation

  • Employee-Centric Production & Organizational Transformation

  • Data-Based Methods in Engineering & Production

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Internship

At MCI, each program of study requires students to complete an integrative internship of at least 12 weeks at a national or international company. Students receive support from the respective department in organizing this internship and are supervised in coordination with the company.

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Our department and the MCI Career Center regularly provide up-to-date information about internship positions and the situation on the labor market in general.

Study projects

As part of practice-oriented projects, students are provided with the opportunity to work with local and international businesses. This allows them to immediately apply their newly acquired knowledge in practice and in collaboration with the project team. Their theoretical knowledge is further deepened by a mandatory internship of several weeks duration.

After studying Mechatronics

Studying at MCI is an investment in a successful future. Through close cooperation with industry and the practical orientation of all courses, MCI graduates are in particularly high demand on the job market and have several job offers even before graduation.

Professional opportunities

Thanks to the breadth of their interdisciplinary training, graduates have a large variety of career options, with a focus on the following fields:

  • Construction & design of machines
  • Quality assurance, maintenance, service & management
  • Measurement, control & regulation technology
  • Automation of systems & production lines
  • Planning, project planning & realization of systems
  • Research, development & technology transfer

Success Stories

Matthias Seehauser
BA Mechatronics
Matthias Seehauser

CEO, Zeugwerk GmbH

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Christoph Kulmitzer
BA Mechatronics
Christoph Kulmitzer

CEO, Profipack Verpackungsmaschinen GmbH

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Continue studying

The MCI offers a range of internationally oriented Master's degree programs. The Master's degree programs in Mechatronics & Smart Technologies (full-time program in English) and Mechatronics - Automation, Robotics & AI (part-time program in German) are aimed directly at graduates of the relevant Bachelor's degree program. Completion of a Master's degree program subsequently qualifies students for the relevant doctoral program.

Phillip Kronthaler
Dipl.-Ing. Dr. techn. Phillip Kronthaler Head of Department & Studies
Do you have questions about studying? We look forward to hearing from you.
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Questions & Answers

I have not yet received my school-leaving certificate. Can I still apply?

Yes, it is possible and it is even recommended that you apply before obtaining your school-leaving certificate in order to secure one of the limited spots in your desired course of study. Please include your most recent certificates available in your application. Should your application be successful, the relevant school-leaving certificate need to be submitted by the start of your studies (at the very latest).

Further information can be found here.

Can I complete the admission procedure abroad?

Since the admission interviews take place online, participation is also possible from abroad.

Is it possible to apply for two or more study programs?

Multiple applications are welcome as long as a plausible reason is provided in your cover letter. If you are admitted to two or more study programs, you are required to inform us of your final decision by the conclusion of the application procedures.

What is the tution fee?

For citizens of the following countries, the tuition fee is 363,36 euros per semester plus a fee for compulsory membership to the Austrian National Union of Students:

  • EU citizens,

  • EEA and Swiss citizens, and

  • non-EU citizens who, according to § 2 of the University of Applied Sciences Studies Act, are subject to § 1 of the Regulation on Eligible Groups of Persons (see Federal Law Gazette II No. 340/2013, in its current version).

For students of non-EU countries not considered eligible according to above regulations, the tuition fee is as follows:

  • Bachelor’s courses: 6,250 euros / semester plus compulsory Austrian National Union of Students membership fee

  • Master’s courses: 6,250 euros / semester plus compulsory Austrian National Union of Students membership fee

Your application documents regarding nationality will be assessed in detail as part of your admission procedure. Scholarships are available for applicants from non-EU countries and can be applied for as part of your online application.

Further information can be found here.

Are there any concentrations in my program? Are there any electives in my program?

Students in this program have the opportunity to choose modules, specializations, additional courses, electives, etc. as part of their curriculum, but also as part of their extracurricular activities. In addition, the semester abroad at one of our many partner universities, the internship, and the projects and theses allow our students to make their program a truly unique experience.

When do the classes take place?

Our Bachelor's program in Mechatronics, Design & Innovation is a full-time study program. In order to allow for a more intensive discussion of individual topics, some classes may be organized in blocks. Classes usually take place Monday through Friday from 9 to 12:15 a.m. and/or from 1:30 to 4:45 p.m. In exceptional cases, the schedule may vary and classes and/or exams may be held outside of these hours or on Saturdays.

Is attendance mandatory?

Attendance is mandatory in all classes. If you miss 25% of a course or more, this will have an effect on your final grade.

Exemption from mandatory attendance may be granted if a valid reason is given (e.g. sickness, visit to authorities or other personal reasons). Please submit your written request including relevant proof to the department for approval.

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