Overview
The Mechanical Engineering programme offered by the University of Twente (UT) programme focuses on the design, analysis, and maintenance of machinery, structures, products as well as production processes. It covers the breadth of the field of mechanical engineering, addressing subareas like solid and fluid mechanics, materials science, control and robotics, design, manufacturing techniques, tribology, biomechanics, and more. Whichever subarea(s) you will focus on is completely up to you. Thanks to the diversity of specialisations that you can choose from, you can develop your own expertise in one (or more) of the various subdisciplines within mechanical engineering. In the end, you'll be able to apply your skills to a wide range of systems and products, including renewable energy installations, medical devices, automobiles, and high-tech equipment such as machinery used in computer chip production.
Careers
As a mechanical engineer, you can pursue a career in a wide variety of sectors, from the manufacturing, energy, transport, aeronautics, automotive, consumer goods and the maritime industry to the biomedical field. Wherever your interests lie, this Master’s prepares you for a broad range of engineering positions such as manufacturing engineer, product developer, maintenance engineer, materials scientist, system engineer, or process manager, to name a few examples. You might join the R&D department of an industrial company, or you could pursue a career in consultancy or research. You can, for example, also continue with a PhD or EngD programme after graduation, as offered by UT’s Twente Graduate School (TGS).
The Master’s programme in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Twente offers students the opportunity to train specifically for one of these job categories. Skills-based learning is very much part of the University of Twente’s ethos.
The Mechanical Engineering programme has a reputation for excellence. Compared to other engineering programmes, our graduates are very satisfied with the training they received: 82% believe it gave them an excellent preparation for their career.
Accreditation
The programme holds NVAO accreditation.
Programme Structure
Specializations included:
- Aeronautics
- Design & Manufacturing
- Energy & Flow
- High-Tech Systems & Materials
- Maintenance Engineering & Operations
- Personalised Health Technology
- Robotics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Enschede, Netherlands
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
Required knowledge
- Bachelor of Science or Engineering in Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautics.
Required information to prove that you fulfill our requirements:
- Copy of diploma
- Transcript of records and overview of the grading system
- CGPA of at least 75% of the maximum score, or your country's equivalent
- At least a score of 75% on the relevant subjects such as different Mathematic courses, Structural Dynamics, Heat & Flow, Thermodynamics, Materials, Statics & Strength of Materials, Production Methods and Machine Parts, Technical Design of Structures and Finite Element Methods
- English summary of thesis (BSc and/or MSc)
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents18200 EUR / year≈ 18200 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals2694 EUR / year≈ 2694 EUR / year
Living costs
Enschede
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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