The Mechatronics degree programme at SAMK combines mechanical, electrical and automation engineering, equipping students with versatile technical skills to solve real-world industrial challenges in robotics and smart systems.
Choosing Finland for new opportunities
When Yang Yuanyuan, known to her friends as Yuan, first moved from China to Finland three years ago, she was drawn by Finland’s reputation as the happiest country in the world. Seeking a balanced educational experience and new opportunities, Yuan found her ideal match at Satakunta University of Applied Sciences.
Discovering Mechatronics at SAMK
Yuan enrolled in the Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics programme.
– I’ve always been interested in technology and engineering, and mechatronics offered a combination of different engineering fields, allowing me to explore my interests before specialising.
The Mechatronics programme covers a wide range of fields where mechanical and electrical engineering meet, with topics like automation and control engineering included. Yuan found the automation and robotics modules particularly captivating, shaping her professional path significantly.
A standout experience during Yuan’s studies was the practical, project-based learning approach.
– Through these projects — and with the support of our helpful teachers — I really started to understand how the industry works. That experience helped me discover my true passion, and it played a big part in my personal and professional growth over the past three years.
From classroom to robotics engineer
Yuan smoothly transitioned from student to professional during her second year when she was offered a role as a Robotics Engineer at Lapela in Rauma. She was approached by a company representative during a school-organised event.
