Mechanical Engineering: Digital Manufacturing

The Master’s Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering: Digital Manufacturing of the University of Turku will train you to be an expert with thorough theoretical understanding and practical skills in next-generation 3D printing, other digital manufacturing, and traditional manufacturing technologies.

Quick Facts

Full-time Duration:	2 years
Starting in:	late August
Tuition Fee:	Free for citizens of EU/EEA countries or Switzerland, for citizens of non-EU/EEA countries €12,000/academic year
Location:	Turku, Finland

Digital manufacturing (also termed 3D printing or Additive Manufacturing, AM) is considered as one of the key pillars in creating a sustainable and digital industrial era through the ongoing industrial revolution, Industry 4.0 along with big data and the Internet of Things.

Industries around the globe are thriving for maturing various digital manufacturing technologies and are facing a serious deficiency of skilled engineering trained in such a highly demanding field. Therefore, this master’s level programme is designed to educate and train the students in the field of digital manufacturing so that they are ready to solve the challenges the industries are facing.

Digital Manufacturing is one of three specialisation tracks of the Master’s Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering. Other specialisation tracks are:

Smart Systems
and Digital Design.

Programme Structure

The Master’s Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering: Digital Manufacturing is a two-year programme of 120 ECTS credits including joint mechanical engineering studies, design studies, minor/thematic studies and a master’s thesis. It consists of the following sections:

Joint mechanical engineering studies, 20 ECTS
Digital Manufacturing studies, 20 ECTS
Courses included: 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing, Virtual Manufacturing, Materials Engineering in Digital Manufacturing, Advanced Surface and Coating Technology
Thesis and project, 40 ECTS
Minor or Thematic Studies, 20-25 ECTS
Other studies, 15-20 ECTS

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“The University of Turku has maintained a brilliant connection with other national and international research institutions and industries that provides an efficient network for new collaborations and experiences for both students and researchers.”

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Career Prospects

After completing this programme, you will be prepared to solve real challenges in various industrial sectors, including but not limited to aerospace, space, automotive, bio-medical, marine, nuclear, power and energy, etc. You can enter the industry as a well-trained:

3D printing process specialist,
design specialist,
materials specialist,
characterisation specialist,
surface engineering specialist.

Career in Research

After successfully finishing this programme, you can also opt for a research career by enrolling in a PhD program with a specialisation in 3D printing, process monitoring, materials processing using laser and plasma, thin and thick coatings, tribology, biomaterials, etc.

In Turku, you will be able to apply for a position at the University of Turku Graduate School (UTUGS). The Graduate School consists of doctoral programmes that cover all disciplines and doctoral candidates of the University.

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