Last Updated: 24 Feb 2026
Higher Nitec in Mechatronics Engineering (2 Years)
Are you excited by driverless electric cars, automation systems, mobile robots, or humanoid robots? Do you dream of transforming your brilliant ideas into real-world inventions? If so, this course is for you!
ITE College Central
ITE College West
Admission type: JAE, JIEH, ITE EAE
Course duration: 2 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2026 JAE:
| College | Course code | ELR2B2-C net aggregate |
|---|---|---|
ITE College Central | V13 | 3 - 10 |
ITE College West | V73 | 3 - 10 |
Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HFMCZ and applies to all colleges.
Course codes and net aggregates for 2025 JIE 'H':
| College | Course code | ELMAB3 net aggregate |
|---|---|---|
ITE College Central | FPMCE | |
ITE College West | FPMCE |
Applicants should ensure that they do not have colour appreciation deficiency. Interested applicants with this condition should contact ITE for more information.
Course details
| Field of study | Engineering |
| Certification offered | Higher Nitec in Mechatronics Engineering |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-8 |
| Additional Mathematics or Mathematics | 1-7 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-8 |
For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through DPP
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-4 |
| Additional Mathematics or Mathematics | 1-4 |
| Any 3 other subjects | 1-5 |
Internship
| Internship duration | 6 months |
Career prospects
Higher Nitec in Mechatronics Engineering graduates are generally employed by engineering firms using cutting-edge and high-technology equipment and automated system. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Automation Technician, Engineering Assistant, Industrial Engineering Technician, Mechatronics Technician, Plant Maintenance Technician, Production Supervisor and Associate Engineer. The increasing demand for widely used robotics and automation technology in healthcare, construction, manufacturing and logistics industries enhances the career opportunities and prospects for Mechatronics Engineering graduates.
How to register
Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
Joint Intake Exercise 'H' (JIE 'H')
You can apply directly to the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) in mid-December. Learn the process and how to apply.
ITE Early Admissions Exercise (ITE EAE)
You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.