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Mechatronics
On the Electrical Engineering – Automation degree programme, with a specialisation in Mechatronics, you will develop the mindset required for modern mechatronic systems. You will understand how mechanical designs, electrical components and digital control systems interact and how this gives rise to complex technical solutions. Rather than looking at individual components in isolation, you will analyse complete systems and learn how machines are precisely controlled, moved and automated. It is precisely this interconnection that makes Mechatronics a key field of the future in engineering today.
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An overview of the course content
The Mechatronics specialisation within the Electrical Engineering – Automation degree programme combines traditional engineering disciplines with modern technologies. You’ll work on topics such as sensor technology, drive systems and Mechatronics product development, and engage with design, mechanics and industrial control systems. This will help you develop a broad technical understanding.
At Mittweida, you’ll benefit from a strong focus on practical application. You’ll work on real-world tasks in modern laboratories such as the Innolab. Through projects such as the Technikum Mittweida Motorsport, you’ll develop solutions to specific technical challenges and gain experience that will prepare you perfectly for industrial practice.
Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering I
Fundamentals of Information Technology
Electrical Systems Development
Materials Science
Fundamentals of Design and E-CAD
Mathematics
Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering II
Mechanical and Electrical Measurement Techniques
Fundamentals of Physics
transversal skills
Procedural Programming
Mathematics – Specialising in Analysis
Digital technology
Analogue technology
Business Management
3 specialisation modules:
- Technical Mechanics
- Fundamentals of Manufacturing Technology
- CAD Techniques
Fundamentals of Control Engineering
5 specialisation modules:
- Sensors and Actuators
- Industrial Control
- Robotics
- Mechanism Design
- Machine Elements I
6 specialisation modules:
- Mechatronics Product Development
- Electric Drive Systems
- Microcontroller Technology
- Machine Dynamics
- Hydraulics/Pneumatics
- Machine Elements II
Practical module
: Independent scientific and practical work within a company
Duration: 12 weeks
Bachelor’s
thesis: Final, independent academic thesis
Duration: 12 weeks
Electrical Engineering – Automation
In summary – Mechatronics in Mittweida
Specialisation within the full-time Bachelor’s degree programme in Electrical Engineering – Automation
(180 Credits)
After completing your bachelor’s degree, you could, for example, work as a mechatronics engineer, a development engineer for intelligent machines, a project engineer in specialised machine construction, or in the field of robotics and automation technology. Roles in product development, industrial manufacturing or technical systems integration are also typical career paths.
Application and Admission
Applicants must hold a general university entrance qualification, a university of applied sciences entrance qualification, a subject-specific university entrance qualification or an equivalent recognised qualification. Applicants who have completed vocational training and have at least three years’ professional experience may also be admitted following a consultation and a successful entrance examination.
Language skills:
Anyone who did not obtain their university entrance qualification at a German-speaking institution must demonstrate German language proficiency at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Proof of this can be provided, for example, by passing the ‘German as a Foreign Language’ (TestDaF) test at the Mittweida University Preparatory College with an average score of TDN 3 in all four sections, or by presenting an equivalent certificate.
The application period for the winter semester begins on 15 April and ends on 15 July. You can register online via the HSMW application portal. Once you have submitted all your documents, you can enrol. Once you have enrolled, your place at Mittweida is secured. For international applicants, the application deadline is 15 May, to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
We’ve got you covered! Excellent study conditions, modern facilities and affordable rent allow you to focus fully on your studies. Tutorials are on hand to help with academic queries, the SAXEED start-up network supports you on your journey to developing your own business idea, and the Social Support Service offers assistance with specific life situations, such as childcare or caring for relatives. The campus also has plenty to offer: two music festivals a year, an active esports team and a vibrant student community. Discover just how diverse life in Mittweida is – at the Open Day or the Night of Science.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You don’t need to be a maths genius or a hacker to get started, as we’ll start with the basics and teach you how to programme from scratch. However, a sound basic understanding of physical principles and a keen interest in solving logical problems are very helpful when it comes to understanding how complex systems work.
Yes, you can specialise your profile by choosing one of four specialisations. You can choose between Automation – Industry 4.0, Networked Electromobility, Mechatronics or Responsible Consumption and Production. You make your choice at the end of the second semester.
In Electrical Engineering, a semester abroad is usually optional, but is very much feasible thanks to a so-called ‘mobility window’ in the later semesters. It’s best to start planning a year in advance by visiting the International Office, which will help you choose a partner university and sort out funding (e.g. Erasmus+). However, for the ‘Responsible Consumption and Production’ specialisation, a semester abroad is a fixed part of the programme and takes place at one of our partner universities.
There are no school-style holidays during your degree. Instead, there are lecture-free periods. During these, you can study, write assignments, undertake work placements – and treat yourself to a bit of a break now and then.
In the 2026/2027 winter term, in addition to public holidays, the following periods are lecture- and exam-free:
- 21 December to 3 January,
- from 22 February. Exception: The Faculty of Social Sciences begins its lecture-free period on 29 February.
In the 2027 summer term, with lectures starting on 22 March, the dates are:
- 25 March to 2 April,
- 7 May,
- 17 May,
- from 2 August. The Faculty of Social Sciences will also hold an examination week from 23 to 27 August.
Whilst traditional electrical engineering often focuses on energy flows and computer science remains purely within the world of code, automation is the connecting ‘brain’ that brings hardware and software to life. Compared to Mechanical Engineering, which is primarily concerned with physical design, here you’ll learn how to make these designs controllable through sensor technology and intelligent programming – so you’ll be the key generalist who ensures that machines can operate autonomously.
