Automotive and Mobility Systems Engineering, MSE

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Gain Advanced Technical Expertise

Two persons looking at a tractor model in a computer screenDive into the rapidly evolving automotive industry with the Master of Science in Engineering in Automotive and Mobility Systems Engineering at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. 

Our program equips you with the advanced technical expertise required as the industry shifts towards electric and hybrid drives, intelligent control systems, autonomous vehicles, and new mobility solutions. Drawing on strengths across the College of Engineering and Computer Science, the curriculum combines a broad foundation in automotive systems engineering with opportunities to develop specialized expertise through focused concentrations.

You’ll learn from doctoral faculty conducting cutting-edge research as well as industry experts who bring real-world perspectives to the classroom.

Complete the 30-credit degree in person, online, or through a combination of both formats.

Where an MSE in Automotive and Mobility Systems Engineering Will Take You

This program prepares you for careers in design, development, and manufacturing of automotive systems. The comprehensive knowledge and skills you'll acquire can also lead to leadership roles in automotive engineering fields. Recent graduates of this program are employed by automotive manufacturers and suppliers, many of which are located in Southeast Michigan.

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Application Deadline

This program operates on a rolling admission basis. It is advised to submit all documents by the advisory deadline to ensure consideration for your preferred term and to facilitate pre-term planning. Advisory deadlines differ for domestic and international students.

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Graduate Scholarships

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Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and is meant to be averages across the United States in 2025. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$125,040 Median Salary

Electrical and Electronics Engineers

Overall employment of electrical and electronics engineers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2025 to 2035, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 16,300 openings for electrical and electronics engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$104,110 Median Salary

Mechanical Engineers

Employment of mechanical engineers is projected to grow 11 percent from 2025 to 2035, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 17,800 openings for mechanical engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$102,440 Median Salary

Industrial Engineers

Employment of industrial engineers is projected to grow 12 percent from 2025 to 2035, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 23,100 openings for industrial engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$112,860 Median Salary

Materials Engineers

Employment of materials engineers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2025 to 2035, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 1,300 openings for materials engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$171,270 Median Salary

Engineering Managers

Employment of architectural and engineering managers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2025 to 2035, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 14,900 openings for architectural and engineering managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

UM-Dearborn | CECS | MSE in Automotive Engineering

How to Get Involved

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You can get experience as a graduate student instructor or research assistant. You also can join the Society of Women Engineers, Formula SAE Combustion or Formula SAE Electric, other organizations aimed at students in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, or general student organizations devoted to a wide range of interests and topics. And be sure to take part in the many student research opportunities sponsored by the College of Engineering and Computer Science.

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