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Faculty:Engineering and Management
Field of study:Mechanical engineering

Construction and Maintenance of Vehicles

Type of study:
Bachelor
Obtained title:
Engineer
Duration:
3.5 years
Language of study:
Polish, English
Form of study:
Full-time (weekdays), Part-time (Saturday–Sunday)

Reasons to study Construction and Maintenance of Vehicles at UTA

A wide range of practical skills

By studying this specialization, you will gain comprehensive knowledge and skills that can be applied in many automotive industries. Whether you are involved in engine repair, electrical diagnostics, or working on modern electric vehicles, you will be able to use the acquired skills in your daily work.

A growing automotive sector

The automotive industry is developing rapidly, and the demand for skilled workers in this field is constantly increasing. With this specialization, you will be prepared to work in vehicle production plants, car service centers, and transportation companies.

Access to modern technologies

By working with electric and hybrid vehicles, you will get to know modern powertrain systems and energy management technologies that are becoming crucial in the automotive industry. For example, you may learn to operate energy recovery systems in electric vehicles.

The possibility of working in various industries

Graduates of this specialization can work not only in car workshops but also in companies involved in fleet management or automotive component production. The skills acquired in vehicle diagnostics and operation will also be useful in large transport companies, such as those engaged in international logistics, which regularly need specialists to maintain their vehicle fleet in good condition.

Stable job and prospects for the future

Studying this specialization provides career stability, as the automotive industry, despite changing technologies, will always need qualified specialists. With the increasing number of electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as autonomous cars, the demand for experts in their maintenance will continue to grow.

What career paths await you after graduation?

Employment prospects

Working in car workshops

As a specialist in car construction and maintenance, you can work in workshops where you will be responsible for diagnostics, repairs, and regular maintenance of vehicles. In such places, you will work on both traditional internal combustion engine cars as well as modern electric or hybrid vehicles.

Fleet management

With the skills acquired during your studies, you will be able to work in companies that manage vehicle fleets, handling a large number of cars. Your tasks would include monitoring the technical condition of the fleet, organizing repairs, and managing the vehicle replacement schedule.

Working in vehicle production

In the automotive industry, you can also work in factories involved in car production. As a specialist, you will be engaged in the processes of designing, assembling, and testing new vehicles or their components. For example, you could work in an electric car factory, where you would be responsible for installing powertrain systems.

Car diagnostician

After completing the specialization, you can become a car diagnostician and work at vehicle inspection stations or independent workshops. You could work in large service networks, where you would be responsible for assessing the technical condition of vehicles before their sale or during operation.

Electric and hybrid vehicle specialist

You will work on battery installations, charging systems, and modern powertrain systems. Companies involved in electric vehicle production regularly need experts who can diagnose and repair advanced electrical systems in vehicles.

This program is perfect for you if:

You are interested in modern automotive technologies

If you are fascinated by the development of new technologies in cars, such as electric and hybrid vehicles, this specialization will be perfect for you. During your studies, you will learn how modern powertrain systems, battery charging systems, and energy management in vehicles work.

You enjoy practical challenges and want to solve technical problems

If you like working with tools and solving technical issues, this specialization will provide you with the right knowledge and skills. You will learn how to diagnose vehicle failures, replace damaged components, and service complex electrical systems.

You want to work in an industry that offers stability and career growth

The automotive industry is dynamic yet stable, constantly evolving. After completing this program, you will have the opportunity to secure attractive positions in automotive companies that require specialists in vehicle maintenance, production, or diagnostics.

Program and structure of studies

practical profile of education

Practical skills

62%

Theoretical knowledge

23%

Professional internships

15%

Boring classes

0%

Subjects

MAJOR AND SPECIALIZATION SUBJECTS FOR THE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PROGRAM

  • Ecology and Environmental Protection

  • English Language

  • Mathematics

  • Materials Science

  • General Mechanics

  • Microeconomics

  • Fundamentals of Management

  • Engineering Graphics

  • Logistics

  • Strength of Materials

  • Information Technology

  • Ethics

  • Workplace Safety and Ergonomics

  • Physics

  • Production Processes

  • Statistics

  • Fluid Mechanics

  • Business Law

  • Cost Accounting for Engineers

  • Engineering Design

  • Quality Engineering

  • Electrical Engineering and Electronics

  • Process Engineering

  • Automation and Robotics in Production

  • Fundamentals of Machine Operation

  • CAx Systems

  • Environmental Management

  • IT Systems in Production Management

  • Technical Thermodynamics

  • Metrology

  • Physical Education

  • Vehicle Construction

  • Fleet Management of Motor Vehicles

  • Vehicle Diagnostics

  • Vehicle Operation and Maintenance

  • Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

  • Vehicle Dynamics

  • Vehicle Servicing and Technical Support

  • Geometric Measurement Systems in Vehicles

  • Assembly Technology

  • Vehicle Reliability and Safety

  • Thesis Consultations and Completion

  • Diploma Seminar

  • Professional Internship

Tuition fees

Tuition fees for the studies in English language - academic year 25/26

Admission fee (non refundable)
200 €
FOR EU COUNTRIES
FOR NON EU COUNTRIES
FULL-TIME STUDIES TUITION FEE
(PER YEAR)
EU/CIS/ OECD - All EU countries, all Balkan countries, Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova, Mongolia, Georgia, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkey.
3000 €
FULL-TIME STUDIES TUITION FEE
(PER YEAR)
For non-EU countries
4000 €

Admission rules

Required documents:

  1. A completed and generated university questionnaire from the online recruitment system.

  2. The original and a photocopy of the secondary school leaving certificate (original for verification; a certified copy is not a photocopy). The Matura certificate is the most important document required for the enrollment.

  3. National ID card (for verification purposes only).

  4. One recent and signed photo on a white background, taken from the front, in 3.5 x 4.5 cm format. If in doubt, it’s best to ask a photographer to take a photo with the same parameters as required for an ID card.

  5. Proof of payment of the recruitment fees. If you make the payments through your recruitment account, they should be visible in our system. However, it’s best to have proof of payment on hand (you don’t need to print it – sending a file by email or showing it on a mobile device at the Rector’s Office is sufficient).