Master of Science

Mechatronic Systems

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Knowing how digitalisation really works

Ready for a career in research and development? Our MES master's combines the traditional disciplines of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and computer science with management and engineering mathematics. With this mix, you will be in high demand as an expert, as mechatronic elements are built into almost all technical products. Know-how in computer science, electrical engineering and mechanics is particularly important in the context of digitalisation. With MES we'll prepare you for a career in a managerial role in research and development – or do you prefer marketing and sales? All doors are open to you!

  • ECTS: 90 ECTS
  • Programme duration: 3 semesters
  • Campus: Tuttlingen
  • Faculty: Faculty II: Engineering & Technology
  • Programme begins: summer semester (March)
  • Application deadline: 15 January (summer semester)
  • Entry requirements: completed first degree in the STEM field with 210 ECTS
  • Teaching language: German
  • Accreditation: yes
  • Many good reasons Mechatronics is an young, interdisciplinary, field. With MES, you're choosing a subject area with a high degree of innovation in which you can contribute your ideas. The course offers excellent job and career prospects.
  • Who does this suit? Our MES master's is aimed at engineers in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics or medical technology who wish to expand their skills in the field of mechatronics.
  • Powered by Industry The master's degree programme on the Tuttlingen Campus takes place in close cooperation with industry. You'll be working on projects directly in various companies, for example in labs - giving you a deep insight into the interdisciplinary field of mechatronics!
  • Important skills We not only increase your engineering skills, but also your management skills. The development of your soft skills is also important to us to prepare you to lead projects and teams well.

Details of the programme

Programme content and structure

Within three standard semesters, you will deepen your expertise in computer science, electrical engineering or mechanics on this master's programme.

Elective options

If you choose MES, you determine the focus of your studies yourself! Choose your specialisation from nine possible modules – for example image processing, data analysis or embedded systems.

Exciting focuses

In MES, we focus on electronics, computer science, modeling and simulation, signal processing and engineering mathematics. On the Tuttlingen Campus you can expect not only exciting content, but also state-of-the-art equipment in our labs!

Hot topics

In addition to the in-depth lectures, you can also expect research internships and project work – we focus on MES in a practical and cutting-edge way! You'll complete your master's thesis in the third semester. You choose the topic yourself – our students often work together with companies for their thesis.

  • 60% Mechatronics
  • 30% Informatics
  • 10% Soft skills

Entry requirements

The Master's in Mechatronic Systems on the Tuttlingen Campus is aimed at engineers in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics or medical technology who wish to expand their skills in the field of mechatronics.

Study requirements:  

  • Application with selection procedure
  • Completed first degree in the MINT field
  • 210 ECTS points

What's covered

Your career prospects

In demand across all sectors

Future products require answers to the complex requirements of digitalisation. Mechatronics experts are therefore in high demand in almost all technical sectors. Our graduates work in research as well as in development, in a management position or in sales.

Fields of work

  • Development of mechatronic components and systems
  • Collaboration in the research of mechatronic solutions
  • Assumption of management responsibilities
  • Involvement in the sale of mechatronic products

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Faculty II: Engineering & Technology

With us, you’ll immerse yourself in a world where ideas become groundbreaking technologies! As part of our renowned engineering forge, the degree programmes in this field will prepare you for a career in which you’ll not only develop machines and technologies, but also help shape the future of medicine and industry. From mechanical engineering to medical engineering and industrial technologies – with us you’ll learn how engineering knowledge is used in practical, often life-changing, applications.

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As one of the strongest research universities in the country, HFU is also very active in the field of medical technology.


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