Next Application Deadline: June 21, 2026 
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Before studying Mechatronics â Smart Technologies
Mechatronics graduates hold leading positions in international companies in the automotive industry, in special machine construction, in semiconductor engineering, and many more. The master's program in Mechatronics â Smart Technologies provides the necessary methodical skills in electrical engineering, mechatronics, computer science, and smart technologies. Thereby, the future-oriented topics such as:
- Control systems engineering
- Drive systems
- Power electronics
- Multibody simulation
- Electrodynamic simulation
are the focus of the program. In the electives of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, the latest innovations in these fields are further explored, for instance, through a transdisciplinary project.
The study program Mechatronics â Smart Technologies
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Overview
To ensure a high level of practical relevance, the program includes lectures, laboratory activities, projects, and case studies that allow you to put theoretically acquired knowledge into practice. The program is consistently supervised by MCI lecturers and experienced international experts who form part of the extensive MCI network.
Our Double Degree programs offer you the opportunity to study at renowned universities in France or the US to specialize further and obtain a second degree (double degree).
The methodological competence taught gives you a strong basis in various business areas. Graduates of the master's program in Mechatronics â Smart Technologies are in great demand on the job market. In addition to the latest technical know-how, you also learn essential skills in management and leadership, entrepreneurship, and start-up foundation.
MCI | The Entrepreneurial SchoolÂź
MCI | The Entrepreneurial SchoolÂź is one of the most successful universities in the German-speaking region and Europe. Renowned business experts teach in small groups, distinguished lecturers ensure academic quality in all areas, and the dedicated MCI team supports students in their endeavors such as internships, research, and stays abroad.
Admission
Applications for admission are accepted on an ongoing basis. The required documents are to be submitted online. Applicants are welcome to apply for multiple programs of study, as long as a plausible rationale is given. The final decision may be taken by the end of the application procedures.
For Internationals (full-degree), EU and Non-EU, you can find more information here.
| Application deadline | Interview | |
| Date 1 | Nov 9, 2025 | Nov 17, 2025 |
| Date 2 | Feb 8, 2026 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| Date 3 | Apr 12, 2026 | Apr 20, 2026 |
| Date 4 | May 31, 2026 | Jun 18, 2026 |
The Master program in Mechatronics & Smart Technologies is open to graduates of Bachelor and Diploma programs in the fields of engineering/engineering science or natural sciences whose curricula involve at least 75 relevant ECTS points. The decision on the acceptability of prior qualifications is taken by the Program Director.
This Master program is an ideal follow-on such Bachelor programs as Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering & Management, as well as Environmental Engineering, Process & Energy Engineering. Admission will also be considered for graduates of study programs whose curricula correspond to the prerequesites mentioned above in the field of Production Engineering, Automation Technology, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction Engineering and Electrical Engineering.
Recognition of previous qualifications in the master program:
Applications for recognition of examinations or credits obtained through other study programs or previous scientific experience must be submitted to the Program Director. A decision will only be taken in cases where the application for admission has met with a positive decision. Recognition of credits or previous experience is only granted for individual classes in the program.
In just two steps to your desired study program at MCI:
Step 1 â Online application: CV & motivation
A complete online application consists of a CV, a letter of motivation, information on educational background, qualifications, professional career, social achievements and academic as well as professional goals. We would like to know why you are applying to study at MCI.
You may apply for more than one degree program at the same time, provided you can conclusively explain your respective motivations in your letter of motivation.
Step 2 â Online admission interview
In the second step, all applicants will be invited to an online admission interview.
In this interview, we want to get to know you. We are particularly interested in your motivation to study at MCI as well as your professional and personal goals you want to achieve with the help of your studies.
Within three weeks after the admission interview, we will inform you about the admission decision.
While studying Mechatronics â Smart Technologies
MCI study programs stand out due to the quality of their content, relevance to the business world, and international orientation. The close cooperation with partners from industry and integrative internships enable you to gain practical experience as early as in your bachelorâs studies. In addition to providing expert knowledge, MCI places great importance on encouraging personal development and the development of social and intercultural competencies.
| Subject | % |
|---|---|
| Core area Mechatronics | 28% |
| Projects and technical case studies | 13% |
| Electives | 23% |
| Management & key competencies | 6% |
| Master thesis & master seminar | 30% |
Full-time
The Masterâs program Mechatronics â Smart Technologies is an English full-time degree program.
In full-time studies, lectures and seminars are held on weekdays, with blocked units allowing for an intensive immersion into individual topics.
The classes usually are from Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and/or from 1:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. In exceptional cases, the times may vary and the lessons and/or examinations may be outside the specified times.
Graduates of the program are conferred the academic title of Master of Science in Engineering, in short, MSc or M.Sc. This is attested by a leaving certificate, the Master diploma, the international diploma supplement, and further documents where relevant.
MCI Alumni are entitled to combine their academic degree with the brand âMCIâ to provide trust and orientation in an increasingly untransparent international education market. Example: BSc (MCI).
Source: GZ BMWF-52.330/0195-I/6/2013
Interdisciplinary solutions are essential for mechatronics in the 21st century, and international Master's degrees are very popular in industry. MCI currently offers three double degree options in the Master's program Mechatronics - Smart Technologies at partner universities in Paris and Boone.
Our double degree programs allow you to deepen your Master's studies with additional specializations and gain exciting experience abroad. As part of a double degree program, your Master's program is extended to five semesters. You will spend two semesters at MCI and two at the respective partner university. In the fifth semester, you will write a joint Master's thesis and be awarded the academic title of both universities upon completing your studies.
Elective Electrical Engineering
The course content focuses on mechatronics and control engineering core competencies, electro-mechanical simulation, robotics, and image processing. Complementary courses teach relevant skills in management, leadership, and process management. You may choose from various specializations to become an expert in electrodynamics, non-linear electronics, embedded computing, and electromagnetic simulation.
Elective Mechanical Engineering
The course content focuses on mechatronics and control engineering core competencies, electro-mechanical simulation, robotics, and image processing. Complementary courses teach relevant skills in management, leadership, and process management. You may choose from a range of specializations to become an expert in machine dynamics, hydraulics, finite elements, and the strengths of materials.
International Outreach
International orientation plays a central role in every MCI degree program and is evident in the diverse backgrounds of faculty and students, in our curricula, and in international projects and internships. In addition, students have the chance to spend a semester at one of over 300 partner universities across the globe or to complete the final thesis abroad.
As an alternative to a semester abroad, the Double Degree programs with France and the United States offer the opportunity to earn two degrees. In addition to the Master of Science in Engineering (MCI), students receive the degree awarded by the respective partner university. As a result, the duration of the masterâs program is extended by one additional semester.
Study Abroad
at our partner universities around the world.
Practice
At the Entrepreneurial SchoolÂź, providing a consistent link between science and practice is a top priority. Therefore, you will be given the opportunity to apply the knowledge you have acquired in practice during your studies. Cooperation with companies and organizations of different sizes and sectors is a key pillar of this. Not only do you benefit from this cooperation, but also our practice partners.
After studying Mechatronics â Smart Technologies
Studying at MCI is an investment in a successful future. Through close cooperation with industry and the practical orientation of all courses, MCI graduates are in particularly high demand on the job market and have several job offers even before graduation.
Professional opportunities
The interdisciplinary program opens up a wide range of career opportunities for graduates, including:
Elective Electrical Engineering
Project and design engineering
Plant / Production planning, control & monitoring
Quality assurance, maintenance and servicing
Sales & applications consulting
Middle Management, Leading Positions
Elective Mechanical Engineering
Project and design engineering
Plant / Production planning, control & monitoring
Quality assurance, maintenance and servicing
Sales & applications consulting
Middle Management, Leading Positions
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Graduates of the "Mechatronics â Smart Technologies" master's degree program are entitled to admission to doctoral studies in technical sciences in accordance with Federal Law Gazette II No. 241/2009.
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Questions & Answers
Yes, it is possible, and it is even recommended that you apply before obtaining your Bachelorâs Degree certificate in order to secure one of the limited places in your desired course of study. Please include the most recent transcript of records in your application. Should your application be successful, the bachelorâs certificate is to be submitted by the start of your studies.
Multiple applications are welcome, as long as a plausible reason is provided in your cover letter. If you are admitted to two or more study programs, you are required to inform us of your final decision by the conclusion of the application procedures.
Since the admission interview takes place online, participation is also possible from abroad.
For citizens of the following countries, the tuition fee is EUR 363,36 per semester plus a fee for compulsory membership to the Austrian National Union of Students:
EU citizens,
EEA and Swiss citizens, and
non-EU citizens who, according to § 2 of the University of Applied Sciences Studies Act, are subject to § 1 of the Regulation on Eligible Groups of Persons (see Federal Law Gazette II No. 340/2013, in its current version).
For students of non-EU countries not considered eligible according to above regulations, the tuition fee is as follows:
Bachelorâs programs: 7,500 euros / semester plus compulsory Austrian National Union of Students membership fee
Masterâs programs: 7,500 euros / semester plus compulsory Austrian National Union of Students membership fee
Your application documents regarding nationality will be assessed in detail as part of your admission procedure. Scholarships are available for applicants from non-EU countries and can be applied for as part of your online application.
You can choose within the curriculum and extracurricular activities between modules, specializations, additional courses, electives, etc. Additionally, the semester abroad at one of our numerous partner universities, as well as projects and final papers, enable you to make your study program a truly unique experience.
The Masterâs program Mechatronics â Smart Technologies is an English full-time degree program.
In full-time studies, lectures and seminars are held on weekdays, with blocked units allowing for an intensive immersion into individual topics.
The classes usually are from Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and/or from 1:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. In exceptional cases, the times may vary and the lessons and/or examinations may be outside the specified times.
Attendance is mandatory in all classes. If you miss 25% of a course or more, this will have an effect on your final grade.
Exemption from mandatory attendance may be granted if a valid reason is given (e.g. sickness, visit to authorities or other personal reasons). Please submit your written request including relevant proof to the department for approval.