Specialisation in Mechatronics and Automation Engineering

About the course

This postgraduate engineering specialisation develops advanced capability in mechatronics and automation, combining mechanical design with electronics, sensors, actuators and software. You’ll learn to design intelligent machines and automated solutions relevant to areas such as robotics, agriculture and renewable energy. The specialisation can include a supervised research project or an industry internship within the Master of Engineering (Professional) in engineering.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles designing, integrating and improving automated and mechatronic systems across many sectors. Typical pathways include automation or mechatronic engineer, robotics or R&D engineer, control and instrumentation engineer, systems engineer, solutions architect, or human–machine interface designer. Employers span robotics and automation firms, manufacturing, defence, aerospace, energy, mining, medical devices, electronics/semiconductors, consulting and government in engineering.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)