Bachelor in Department of Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) covers the design, analysis, and manufacture of mechanical systems, one of the foundational branches of engineering. Core coursework typically includes statics and dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials science, and machine design, giving students the physical and mathematical grounding needed to analyze how forces, heat, and motion interact in mechanical systems. Students also study manufacturing processes, control systems, and increasingly robotics and mechatronics, reflecting the growing overlap between traditional mechanical engineering and automation. Laboratory work and design projects are typically central to the curriculum, letting students apply theory to building and testing physical systems such as engines, structures, or robotic devices. Graduates commonly pursue careers in automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, energy, and robotics industries, as well as further graduate study in mechanical or related engineering fields. The bachelor's coursework is delivered in English at POSTECH, located in Nam-gu, South Korea, and completed over four years, with a spring and fall intake structure and a current intake planned for 2027. As a research-focused institution, POSTECH gives mechanical engineering students opportunities to participate in laboratory research alongside coursework, developing skills in experimentation and technical problem-solving. The program suits students interested in how physical systems are designed and built, from small mechanical components to large-scale machinery, and provides a broad technical foundation applicable across many engineering-driven industries that rely on mechanical design and manufacturing expertise.