{"id":323336,"date":"2026-05-14T01:15:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T22:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ceotudent.com\/what-is-mechatronics-engineering"},"modified":"2026-05-14T03:36:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T00:36:02","slug":"what-is-mechatronics-engineering","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ceotudent.com\/en\/what-is-mechatronics-engineering","title":{"rendered":"What Is Mechatronics Engineering? 2026 Admission Scores and Salary Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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TL;DR \u2014 Quick summary:<\/strong> Mechatronics engineering brings together the disciplines of mechanics, electronics, control, and software. The 4-year bachelor program is offered at 64 universities in Turkey. In the 2025 YKS placement, the highest threshold was at Y\u0131ld\u0131z Technical University (485.80618; success ranking 18,650) and the lowest at Sivas Cumhuriyet University (304.670). The 2026 average gross salary of a new mechatronics engineer is \u20ba39,000\u201349,000; experienced engineers earn \u20ba65,000\u2013130,000. Defense industry, robotics, autonomous vehicles, smart manufacturing (Industry 4.0), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), electric vehicles, and medical devices are the principal employment areas. ASELSAN, ROKETSAN, TUSA\u015e, TOGG, Ar\u00e7elik, and BSH are regular employers.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The questions about mechatronics engineering \u2014 its definition, its prospects abroad, its future, its job market, its graduates, its specializations and its difficulties \u2014 were answered by Alperhan Bay<\/a>, a mechatronics engineering student at Y\u0131ld\u0131z Technical University (original interview, 2019). This updated version preserves the interview while adding 2025\u20132026 data, sector trends, and current salary tables.<\/p>\n

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Page Contents<\/p>\n

What is mechatronics engineering?<\/a><\/p>\n

Who succeeds in this program?<\/a><\/p>\n

What do mechatronics engineering graduates do?<\/a><\/p>\n

Which courses are taught?<\/a><\/p>\n

What are the difficulties?<\/a><\/p>\n

Job and internship opportunities?<\/a><\/p>\n

The future of mechatronics engineering?<\/a><\/p>\n

New graduate salaries?<\/a><\/p>\n

Opportunities abroad?<\/a><\/p>\n

Specializations?<\/a><\/p>\n

2020 admission scores<\/a><\/p>\n

What is mechatronics engineering? <\/a><\/h2>\n

Mechatronics engineering is a multidisciplinary engineering branch that integrates mechanical, electronic, and software domains.<\/p>\n

Who succeeds in this program? <\/a><\/h2>\n

Patient individuals with an interest in the fundamental engineering sciences and the discipline to work hard succeed here.<\/p>\n

What do mechatronics engineering graduates do? <\/a><\/h2>\n

It is an engineering field that deals with any system from initial design to final stage. For example, graduates may design robotic systems, make improvements for functionality, and maintain them. To run analysis, simulation, and optimization, they must be proficient in many computer programs. Broadly, they work in R&D and innovation.<\/p>\n

Which courses are taught? <\/a><\/h2>\n

Thermodynamics, C and C++ programming, robotic engineering, logic-circuit design, automatic control, industrial automation, communications systems\u2026<\/p>\n

What are the difficulties? <\/a><\/h2>\n

Taking courses from such different disciplines is quite demanding. For example, after a C++ programming class in the morning, you might attend Analog Electronics and then Statics \u2014 quite head-spinning. The pace is exhausting in the first years; in later semesters, courses encompass all three areas, and you adjust. \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

Job and internship opportunities? <\/a><\/h2>\n

It is generally easier to find a job in companies working in defense and automation. Opportunities also exist in electronics, software, and machine manufacturing.<\/p>\n

The future of mechatronics engineering? <\/a><\/h2>\n

It is one of the foremost “professions of the future.” Today and in the near future, mechanization is increasing. Many efforts aimed at making life easier are mechatronic systems. As long as there are problems to solve, mechatronics engineering will remain.<\/p>\n

New graduate salaries? <\/a><\/h2>\n

If you have a good GPA, you can earn \u20ba4,000\u20136,000 in defense and corporate firms. With strong skills but a weaker GPA, \u20ba3,000\u20135,000. (These figures reflect the original interview from 2019\u20132021; current figures are detailed in the 2026 section below.)<\/em><\/p>\n

2026 Mechatronics Engineer Salary Table<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Experience & Position<\/th>\nGross Salary (\u20ba\/month)<\/th>\nSector Note<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
New graduate (private sector, average)<\/td>\n39,000\u201349,000<\/td>\nAbove minimum wage; SME automation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
New graduate (defense\/automotive: ASELSAN, TOGG)<\/td>\n55,000\u201372,000<\/td>\nBonuses, social benefits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2\u20134 years (R&D, control engineer)<\/td>\n65,000\u201390,000<\/td>\nPLC\/SCADA, robotics knowledge premium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5\u20139 years (senior, team lead)<\/td>\n90,000\u2013130,000<\/td>\nProject management and technical leadership<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10+ years (specialist, engineering manager)<\/td>\n130,000\u2013220,000+<\/td>\nManagement and special expertise (e.g., autonomous systems)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Source: 2024 average \u20ba43,510; 2025 new-graduate average \u20ba39,000 (Kariyer.net + sector reports); 2026 reflects inflation and rising robotics demand.<\/p>\n

Opportunities abroad? <\/a><\/h2>\n

For a bachelor’s-only graduate, finding work abroad is not easy. With 1\u20135 years of experience, your odds improve. To live and work abroad long term, our professors generally recommend completing a master’s \u2014 and, if interested, a doctorate.<\/p>\n

Specializations? <\/a><\/h2>\n

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Electric Vehicles, Automation Systems, Autonomous Systems, Defense Industry, Industrial Design, Software, Robotics.<\/p>\n

2020 Mechatronics Engineering Admission Scores <\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
University<\/th>\nProgram<\/th>\nScore Type<\/th>\nQuota<\/th>\nThreshold<\/th>\nSuccess Ranking<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
BAH\u00c7E\u015eEH\u0130R UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n457.71373<\/td>\n25741<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
YILDIZ TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n50<\/td>\n454.07754<\/td>\n27822<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
YILDIZ TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n60<\/td>\n440.60482<\/td>\n35988<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ISTANBUL BILGI UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n436.58472<\/td>\n38559<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IZMIR ECONOMY UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n431.75968<\/td>\n41776<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ATILIM UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n413.14224<\/td>\n54760<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MARMARA UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n53<\/td>\n410.37982<\/td>\n56841<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ISTANBUL TICARET UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n405.18611<\/td>\n60696<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00c7ANKAYA UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n401.74505<\/td>\n63336<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
TURKISH AERONAUTICAL ASSOCIATION UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n399.73592<\/td>\n64897<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
I\u015eIK UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n398.81339<\/td>\n65603<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ISTANBUL OKAN UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n397.89090<\/td>\n66323<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
KADIR HAS UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n395.56072<\/td>\n68180<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
KOCAELI UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n70<\/td>\n385.12882<\/td>\n76874<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IZMIR KATIP \u00c7ELEBI UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n70<\/td>\n357.69076<\/td>\n102890<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ISTANBUL GELISIM UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n345.45648<\/td>\n116668<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BURSA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n60<\/td>\n344.87126<\/td>\n117334<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ISTANBUL GEDIK UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n343.97252<\/td>\n118455<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ATILIM UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (75% Discount)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n19<\/td>\n342.39663<\/td>\n120374<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
NISANTA\u015eI UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (Scholarship)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n340.17654<\/td>\n123240<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
KOCAELI UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (Evening)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n70<\/td>\n337.02119<\/td>\n127380<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BAH\u00c7E\u015eEHIR UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (English) (50% Discount)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n40<\/td>\n330.09893<\/td>\n136751<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MARMARA UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics (M.T.O.K.)<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n311.63472<\/td>\n166361<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PAMUKKALE UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n45<\/td>\n307.38968<\/td>\n174299<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MANISA CEL\u00c2L BAYAR UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n56<\/td>\n298.01787<\/td>\n193284<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SAKARYA APPLIED SCIENCES UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n56<\/td>\n321.85346<\/td>\n149160<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ERCIYES UNIVERSITY<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\nSAY<\/td>\n60<\/td>\n291.92928<\/td>\n206958<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

(The full table including unfilled quotas appears in the Turkish original; a selection is kept here for SEO\/content parity.)<\/em><\/p>\n

For other engineering and undergraduate programs visit our tercih page<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2025\u20132026 Mechatronics Engineering Admission Scores (Summary)<\/h2>\n

In the 2025 YKS placement, example score thresholds for the SAY type are below. Data derived from \u00d6SYM and Y\u00d6K Atlas; for the full list use the official Y\u00d6K Atlas (yokatlas.yok.gov.tr).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
University<\/th>\nProgram \/ Type<\/th>\nThreshold (SAY)<\/th>\nSuccess Ranking<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Y\u0131ld\u0131z Technical University<\/td>\nMechatronics (English)<\/td>\n~485.80<\/td>\n~18,650<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Y\u0131ld\u0131z Technical University<\/td>\nMechatronics (Turkish)<\/td>\n~462.40<\/td>\n~32,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Marmara University<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\n~440.20<\/td>\n~46,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kocaeli University<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\n~395.50<\/td>\n~75,800<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sakarya Applied Sciences University<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\n~360.10<\/td>\n~110,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pamukkale University<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\n~340.80<\/td>\n~138,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Erciyes University<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\n~325.40<\/td>\n~157,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sivas Cumhuriyet University (lowest threshold)<\/td>\nMechatronics<\/td>\n~304.67<\/td>\n~292,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

In private universities, scholarship-quota thresholds are noticeably higher than paid quotas. The English + Scholarship quotas at Bah\u00e7e\u015fehir, Istanbul Bilgi, and Izmir Economy were in the 425\u2013470 SAY band in 2025.<\/p>\n

Mechatronics Employment in 2026<\/h2>\n

The mechatronics engineer’s employment axis has shifted substantially between 2019 and 2026. Classic factory-line automation has given way to:<\/p>\n

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  • Defense industry and UAVs \/ armed UAVs:<\/strong> ASELSAN, ROKETSAN, TUSA\u015e, BAYKAR, Havelsan. Turkey’s defense exports rose to $7.1 billion in 2024, lifting demand sharply.<\/li>\n
  • Electric and autonomous vehicles:<\/strong> TOGG, Ford Otosan, Tofa\u015f, Renault T\u00fcrkiye. From batteries to motor control, from driver-assist to AI-based perception chips.<\/li>\n
  • Smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0:<\/strong> Ar\u00e7elik, BSH (Beko\/Siemens), Vestel, Eczac\u0131ba\u015f\u0131 \u2014 digital twins, predictive maintenance, robotic adaptation.<\/li>\n
  • Robotics and cobots:<\/strong> Universal Robots, ABB, KUKA Turkish partners. Human-robot collaborative spaces; cobot use outside manufacturing (health, logistics, food).<\/li>\n
  • Medical technology and surgical robotics:<\/strong> Surgical robots, rehabilitation devices, portable diagnostics.<\/li>\n
  • Renewable energy and smart grid:<\/strong> Solar and wind monitoring-control systems.<\/li>\n
  • Space and aviation:<\/strong> Turkish Space Agency projects, Roketsan probe, T\u00fcrksat joint orbital projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The typical 2026 skill set expected of mechatronics engineers in these fields: Python + MATLAB, ROS2, PLC\/SCADA, embedded systems (STM32, ESP32), 3D modeling (SolidWorks, Fusion 360), control theory, machine-learning fundamentals, and sustainability topics (life-cycle analysis).<\/p>\n

    The Future of Mechatronics \u2014 2030 Outlook<\/h2>\n

    The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025<\/em> lists robotics and autonomous-systems engineers among the fastest-growing occupations of the next five years. In Turkey, T\u00dc\u0130K and \u0130\u015eKUR projections show an annual shortage of 4,500\u20136,500 mechatronics graduates. This structural gap keeps salary levels above inflation.<\/p>\n

    AI integration is redefining mechatronics: “AI on the Edge” is emerging as a 2026 specialization distinct from classical control engineering. Students interested in this area should look to T\u00dcB\u0130TAK’s Industry Doctorate Program or graduate programs at Yeditepe, ITU, or METU.<\/p>\n

    Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

    1. What’s the difference between Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering?<\/strong>
    \nMechanical Engineering focuses on classical disciplines such as mechanical design, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics. Mechatronics adds electronics, embedded software, and control systems. A mechatronics engineer has the advantage of designing “the whole system”; a mechanical engineer is deeper in mechanics.<\/p>\n

    2. Do mechatronics graduates only work in automotive and defense?<\/strong>
    \nNo. Medical, agriculture (smart farming), home appliances, robotics, logistics (warehouse automation), space, education technology, and game hardware \u2014 among many.<\/p>\n

    3. State or private university?<\/strong>
    \nAmong state schools, Y\u0131ld\u0131z Technical, Marmara, Kocaeli, ITU (via related departments), Sakarya stand out. Among privates, Bah\u00e7e\u015fehir, Istanbul Bilgi, At\u0131l\u0131m, and Izmir Economy offer strong labs. Look at lab\/workshop infrastructure, industry partnerships, and international exchange options.<\/p>\n

    4. Which YKS subject is most critical?<\/strong>
    \nAYT Mathematics and Physics. To hit a high success ranking, average nets in these two subjects must stay high. AYT Chemistry is moderate; Biology is low priority.<\/p>\n

    5. How does a mechatronics graduate move abroad?<\/strong>
    \nA master’s degree is the safest route. Germany (TU M\u00fcnchen, Karlsruhe), Switzerland (ETH Z\u00fcrich), the Netherlands (TU Delft), Canada (Waterloo, Toronto) offer mechatronics-friendly graduate options. IELTS 6.5\u20137.0 or TOEFL 80+ is standard.<\/p>\n

    6. Can a mechatronics graduate start their own company?<\/strong>
    \nYes. KOSGEB, T\u00dcB\u0130TAK 1512, T\u00dcB\u0130TAK 1507 offer serious funding for technical ventures. Mechatronics-founder startups have done well in industrial automation, smart agriculture, mobile robotics, and device design.<\/p>\n

    7. How many students entered mechatronics engineering via \u00d6SYM in 2025?<\/strong>
    \nTotal quotas across all universities: about 4,500. Of these, 3,800\u20134,000 were filled; some private programs (especially 50% discount and paid quotas) remained empty.<\/p>\n

    Sources<\/h2>\n
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    • Y\u00d6K Atlas, Mechatronics Engineering Admission Scores 2025 \u2014 https:\/\/yokatlas.yok.gov.tr<\/li>\n
    • \u00d6SYM, 2025 YKS Results \u2014 https:\/\/www.osym.gov.tr<\/li>\n
    • \u00dcniversite Go, “2026 Mechatronics Engineering Admission Scores” \u2014 https:\/\/www.universitego.com\/mekatronik-muhendisligi-taban-puanlari\/<\/li>\n
    • Ba\u015far\u0131 S\u0131ralamalar\u0131, “Mechatronics Engineering 2026 Preference Guide” \u2014 https:\/\/www.basarisiralamalari.com\/mekatronik-muhendisligi-2024-taban-puanlari-ve-basari-siralamasi\/<\/li>\n
    • Meslek Maa\u015f, “Mechatronics Engineering Salaries 2026” \u2014 https:\/\/meslekmaas.com\/mekatronik-muhendisligi-maaslari\/<\/li>\n
    • Kariyer.net, “Mechatronics Engineer Average Salary” \u2014 https:\/\/www.kariyer.net\/pozisyonlar\/mekatronik+muhendisi\/maas<\/li>\n
    • Eleman.net, “Mechatronics Engineer Salaries 2026” \u2014 https:\/\/www.eleman.net\/meslek\/mekatronik-muhendisi\/maas<\/li>\n
    • World Economic Forum, Future of Jobs Report 2025<\/em>.<\/li>\n
    • T\u00dcB\u0130TAK, “Industry Doctorate Program (2244)” \u2014 https:\/\/tubitak.gov.tr\/tr\/destekler<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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