Career and Academic Opportunities

Pursuing a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) after earning a Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering offers numerous benefits. This advanced degree allows you to deepen your expertise in critical areas such as embedded systems, control systems, and digital signal processing, which are integral to the mechatronics field. It also broadens your knowledge base, equipping you with the skills to tackle complex interdisciplinary challenges that combine mechanical systems with advanced electronics and software. Additionally, an ECE master’s degree can enhance your career prospects, opening doors to leadership roles and specialized positions in cutting-edge industries like robotics, automation, and aerospace.

Graduate Program Information

 

Salary and Career Information

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Admission Requirements

  • KSU GPA of at least 3.20
  • 60 hours completed towards a bachelors degree
  • 12 hours completed in residence at KSU

Double Counted Courses Include

Students may choose from the following courses using one of the two
options below. The courses will count for the MTRE Technical Electives.

  • MTRE 6710
  • MTRE 6720
  • MTRE 6740
  • MTRE 6750
Three EE 6000-level courses (9 Credit Hours) in place of three MTRE major
electives
Graduate Admission Requirements Pathway of Study

Suggested Timeline

Apply to Double Owl early in Junior year. Apply to Graduate Program in Senior Year by posted graduate program deadline.

Sample Academic Plan - Prior to Summer 2023 Sample Academic Plan - Effective Summer 2023

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Contact Information

Undergraduate Information

Undergraduate Degree

Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering

Department / College

Robotics & Mechatronics Engineering / Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Q Building, Room 139

Advising Contact

Nautica Carlers, Academic Advisor
ncarlers@kennesaw.edu
470-578-5137

Graduate Information

Graduate Degree

Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Department / College

Electrical and Computer Engineering / Southern Polytechnic College
of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Q Building, Room 256

Advising Contact

Sumit Chakravarty, MSECE Coordinator
schakra2@kennesaw.edu
(470) 578-5141