Mechatronic technologies and automation are needed in many industries. Therefore, the demand for skilled personnel is high. With the MSE in Mechatronics and Automation, you are ideally prepared for a career in industry.

A degree enables a top professional position or a job in research and development. The Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) is an educational program developed jointly by the Swiss universities of applied sciences. It is aimed at highly motivated Bachelor graduates with a very good degree.

Degree
Master of Science FHGR in Engineering with specialization in Mechatronics and Automation
Study model
Full-time or part-time study
Duration of study programme
Full-time: 3-8 semesters Part-time: 6-8 semesters (see duration of studies)
Place of study
Chur: Specialist specialization (60 ECTS) Zurich: Theory and context modules (30 ECTS)
Begin of study programme
Fall or spring semester
Teaching language
English / German
Director of Studies
Bitzer Andreas More about Bitzer Andreas
Application deadline
Fall semester: May 31 / Spring semester: November 30

Future prospects

In industry, mechatronics and automation refers to the design of autonomous systems using sensors, data processing and actuators. With the MSE, you can both conduct research and work in a wide range of industries. These include the aerospace, automotive, microtechnology, manufacturing and food industries, as well as automation and control engineering.

Course content

With the MSE in Mechatronics and Automation, you will have specialist knowledge and skills in the tools and methods required to automate processes. You will be able to model, analyze, design and implement mechatronic and automated systems. After graduating, you will have in-depth knowledge in the fields of mechatronics and robotics as well as measurement and control technology. You will also have knowledge of signal processing, communication, data processing and data security.

Study focus:

Industrial systems
Mechatronic devices
Robotics
Dynamic systems and control

Study plan

The degree program consists of theory and context modules as well as the specialization with the Master's thesis. The theory and context modules require 30 ECTS credits (around one third), the specialization 60 ECTS credits (around two thirds).

Recommended theory modules
The theory modules comprise 30 of 90 ECTS credits. The modules are taught by professors from all over Switzerland at different locations. You will complete these modules together with other MSE students.

Here you will find the recommended theory modules for the MSE profile Mechatronics and Automation (MA)

Specialist specialization
The specialization comprises 60 of 90 ECTS. It consists of two practice-oriented projects (2 x 15 ECTS) and a Master's thesis (30 ECTS). The work can be carried out as part of research projects at the UAS Grisons or with industry partners. The exact topics are determined individually in consultation with your academic advisor.

Module overview

Organizational matters

How much does the MSE Engineering at the UAS Grisons cost? Where does the course take place? How many ECTS credits will I receive? How many days do I have classes? What degree will I have after the course?

The one-time registration fee is CHF 300. This fee will be applied toward the tuition for the first semester. If you do not begin your studies, you must still pay the registration fee. It is non-refundable.

Tuition is:

CHF 960 per semester for students with Swiss or Liechtenstein citizenship.

CHF 1,550 per semester for all other students.

International students who have resided in Switzerland for at least two years prior to the start of their studies, are financially independent, and were not enrolled in any educational program may apply for a reduced tuition fee of CHF 960. This must be reviewed and approved in advance by the University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons.

For students from countries outside of Switzerland, Liechtenstein, the EU, and EFTA, the University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons requires a deposit of CHF 3,000.

The tuition fees do not include: course materials, specialized software, travel, meals, and lodging for field trips, intensive weeks, and the bachelor’s thesis.

You will need your own high-quality laptop. You can obtain recommendations from the program director.

Be sure to also look into financing options, such as scholarships or grants.

The contact lessons take place in Zurich, the practical training and research work at the Chur site of the UAS Graubünden or at the industrial partner.

European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS)
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is an instrument for creating a European educational area in which students and teachers can move freely. ECTS points are awarded for the workload required to achieve the expected learning outcomes of a course. ECTS points form the basis for the recognition of academic achievements and diplomas between universities.

ECTS points
One ECTS point corresponds to an average student workload of 30 hours. In addition to attending courses, the student workload also includes time spent preparing for and following up on courses, examinations and self-study. In a full-time course, 60 ECTS credits are earned per year, which corresponds to a workload of 1800 hours.
At the UAS Grisons, the Bachelor's degree program comprises 180 ECTS credits, a consecutive Master's degree program 90 ECTS credits.

The MSE Engineering can be studied full-time or part-time. The recommended duration of study is 3 semesters for full-time study and 5 semesters for part-time study (see chart).

The maximum duration of study may not exceed 8 semesters for both full-time and part-time studies. In exceptional cases, an additional semester may be approved. Study interruptions do not count towards the duration of studies. These may not exceed a total of two semesters.

The reserve semesters can be used if modules are not passed.

Theory (TSM, FTP, CM): English

Project work and Master's thesis: English/German

The regulations of the Bachelor's and Master's degree programs govern the course of study, examination and doctoral modalities.

Application form

If you would like to register for the program, please send the completed registration form and the required documents to the administration of the UAS Grisons.

Start of studies

Fall semester: September
Spring semester: February

Application deadline

Fall semester: May 31
Spring semester: November 30

Places are allocated according to the date of receipt of the application documents. Applications will also be considered after the application deadline if places are available.