The new program is another key element in the technology offensive so vigorously promoted by the Tyrolean regional authority in recent years and further strengthens the regional economy and the Tyrol as a business location with regard to science, innovation and competitive strength.

The introduction of this specialization in Electrical Engineering constitutes the fulfillment of a long-held wish and a valuable addition to the technical study programs available in the Tyrol. It is part of a pattern in which the Tyrol is developing more and more into a technology hub in western Austria.

The specialization in Electrical Engineering is part of the six-semester Bachelor in Mechatronics and can be studied full- or part-time. It is a meaningful addition in terms of synergies to the MCI’s existing program offering in the field of Technology & Life Sciences, which now has no fewer than a thousand students.

Applications are being accepted now. In view of the limited number of places, early application is recommended.

• Duration: 6 Semester
• Time model: Full-time / Part-time
• Academic degree: Bachelor of Science / BSc; various options for a Master program
• Content: Basics of mechatronics, mechanical engineering, electronics and IT; classes in the fields of electronic image processing, smart robotics, electromechanical simulation, rapid manufacturing, and communication & circuit engineering.
• Supporting content: languages, communications, business management and law
• Start of program: autumn 2012
• Applications: Early application recommended;
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In the framework of the Tyrolean Technology Offensive, a number of other innovative programs are also starting at the MCI, offering meaningful additions and synergies with the existing range of study programs.

Master in Mechatronics – Mechanical Engineering: Autumn 2012 marks the launch of the part-time Master in Mechatronics – Mechanical Engineering, an ideal solution for Master students who wish to continue to work while studying. The full-time version has now been running for a year. The program, which is held completely in English, is seen as a door-opener to careers throughout the world.

Master in Biotechnology: Biotechnological processes from the genetic basics to the final marketable product are the focus on this innovative study program. Research projects based on practical cooperation guarantee economic relevance and healthy prospects for the future.

Bachelor in Media, Communication & IT: This new study program offers innovative competence in multimedia design, software, content management and webmastering, with exciting career opportunities in the creativity industry.

Master in Environmental, Process & Energy Engineering: This forward-looking study program communicates in-depth know-how in engineering science and professional expertise in international growth industries with outstanding prospects in green technologies.

Günther Platter, Governor of the Tyrol:
The Tyrol can only be a winner in the face of today’s international competition on the basis of brain power rather than muscle power. The new courses at the MCI promote innovation and expertise with excellent career prospects for our people.

Bernhard Tilg, Tyrolean Minister of Science:
Whereas the Tyroleans once had to go to Vienna, Graz, Munich or Zurich to study a technical subject, young people from all over the world are now coming to the Tyrol and strengthening the region’s innovative strength in the process. The high level of demand confirms the wisdom of our policy.

Karlheinz Töchterle, Federal Minister of Science & Research:
With an offering that is both practical in orientation and scientific in terms of method, the universities of applied sciences are drivers of innovation at the regional, national and international levels. In the framework of the government’s one-billion-euro university investment program we will be creating some 4000 new places at Austria’s universities in the next three years, and the MCI will be one of the beneficiaries. This continued expansion will guarantee the availability of essential places for study in the disciplines of tomorrow. The new study programs launched by the MCI are a good example of attractive and professional places of study and training for young people and part-time students.

Andreas Mehrle, Program Director:
With the introduction of the Electrical Engineering program we have responded to a long-held wish of the business community and created a top-class addition to the range of technical study programs available in the west of Austria.

Andreas Altmann, Rector:
With a thousand places for students in technical disciplines, the MCI has now developed into a major player as a technical university, too – to the advantage of trade and industry and society in general.