MSc Automotive Mechatronics

The Cranfield University Automotive Mechatronics course prepares graduates for leadership roles in the fast-changing automotive and motorsport industries, especially with the rise of electric and autonomous vehicles. The programme focuses on designing, testing, and controlling complex vehicle systems. This course equips students with advanced skills in areas such as intelligent systems, vehicle electrification, and communication protocols.

Students benefit from world-class facilities, including a dedicated Intelligent Mobility Engineering Centre, simulation suites, and access to a professional race team workshop. Learning includes lectures, practical sessions, and group projects where students solve real industrial problems. Assessment combines module evaluations with a significant individual research project, often in collaboration with external organisations, allowing for in-depth understanding and industry exposure.

Cranfield University stands as a global leader in technology and management, operating exclusively at the postgraduate level. This institution is recognised for its significant connections with industry, prioritising practical, applied research and education. The university is proud of its world-class facilities and a distinctive learning environment that promotes strong cooperation between academic studies and commercial enterprises.

Cranfield provides its students with many postgraduate programmes spanning subjects such as Aerospace, Energy and Power, Manufacturing, Water, Environment and Agrifood, Transport Systems, and Management. The university’s connection to industry ensures that its courses are relevant and that graduates are highly sought after by employers worldwide. Notably, Cranfield features its airport and a selection of specialised laboratories, delivering exceptional practical learning experiences.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying to the course and provide other relevant information about their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants typically need a UK lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate degree with honours, or an equivalent international qualification. 
• If an applicant does not meet these standard entry requirements, they may apply for a Pre-Master's course; successful completion of this path will then enable their entry into the MSc programme.

English Proficiency:

• All applicants whose primary language is not English need an overall score of 6.5, with no less than 5.5 in any of the four elements. 
• Applicants can also submit other English test scores, like TOEFL and PTE.

For the 2025/2026 academic year, the tuition fee for the MSc Automotive Mechatronics at Cranfield University is £27,910.

Cranfield University offers several scholarships for the MSc Automotive Mechatronics course, including the Manufacturing and Materials Excellence Scholarship, which is merit-based and offers up to 40% of tuition fees to global applicants. Other opportunities include the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Postgraduate Masters Scholarship and the IGEM Postgraduate Masters Scholarship, both offering up to £6,500. Additionally, the Royal Aeronautical Society provides Centennial Scholarships, while the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining offers the Edgar Pam Fellowship worth £2,000, and ISTAT Foundation Scholarships can provide up to US$10,000 for those pursuing careers in aviation.

The MSc Automotive Mechatronics course prepares graduates to transition into roles as:

• Automotive Mechatronics Engineer
• Control Systems Engineer
• Electric Vehicle Specialist
• Autonomous Vehicle Engineer
• Research and Development Engineer
• Vehicle Software Engineer

You can submit your application for this course through the university’s application portal. Our trained counsellors are available to help.