Associate Degree of Engineering (Mechatronic & Robotic Engineering)

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba

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University of Southern Queensland

Australia , Toowoomba

Key Facts

Program Level

Diploma Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

Online

Course Code

054271G

Campuses

Toowoomba

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines10-Feb-2026

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 37,080 / year(s)

Next Intake 10-Feb-2026

Associate Degree of Engineering (Mechatronic & Robotic Engineering)

About

Overview

What do robotic arms, self-driving cars, smartphones, robotic vacuum cleaners, drones and space exploration have in common? They are all innovative solutions utilising principles of mechatronic and robotic engineering. Kick-start the skills you need for a career in this transformative space at UniSQ.
This major will cover topics across mechanical, electronic and computer engineering principles. Guided by our renowned academics, you will delve into the fundamental principles of motion, and the foundations of building mechatronic systems.
Explore electronic components, circuit analysis and design, signals, filters, schematics, simulation tools and legislative frameworks. You will be introduced to engineering statistics and stress analysis, as well as the creation of technical documents.
Learn from experienced industry professionals, committed to inspiring you in your learning. Be ready to innovate and create for today and influence the trajectory of technology for the future at UniSQ – the only institution in Queensland offering mechatronics and robotics courses as part of an Associate Degree in Engineering.
Understand more about how this field of engineering can improve efficiencies in industries, optimise processes, increase safety, deploy precise and accurate tasks and drive innovation by pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
Gain hands-on experience during on-campus residential school courses and 30 days of work experience in industry and be ready to graduate as an Engineering Associate (application through Engineers Australia) to embark on your engineering career.
The Associate Degree is an ideal start to your future in engineering, providing the perfect stepping stone for further study into the Bachelor of Engineering Technology or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours).

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

English (Units 3 & 4, C), and
General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

It is also recommended that you have studied Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent.

English language requirements

You are required to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subscore. UniSQ also accepts other English language proficiency tests.

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can apply to study with our English language partner, the Union Institute of Language (UIL), or if you're a domestic student you can apply to study UniSQ Ready courses TPP0122 and TPP0123.

Inherent requirements

There are inherent requirements that must be met in order to successfully complete this degree. Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree. Please read and understand the inherent requirements specific to the Associate Degree of Engineering before applying.

If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to a Student Equity Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.

Career

Career outcomes

Once you graduate, although not a fully qualified engineer you will be able to have valuable positions that contribute to mechatronic and robotic engineering across a range of industries.
Roles may include technician positions in engineering, robotics, automation or electronics, or perhaps your position may be within technical support, manufacturing, control systems or field service.