Programs/Master/Engineering
★ StudyPath verdict
7.8/10
Best for engineers seeking deep expertise in embedded systems and edge intelligence at a leading technical university. Trade-off: intense technical curriculum demands strong prior engineering knowledge and focuses less on broad software dev
Tuition · Intl
€21,000
via SKDB 2025 ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Sep 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2024
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
346
DUO ↑110% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
22:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
Bachelor
6 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
3.5/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
93%
field est. ↗
Median salary
€3,741
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 24 Jun 2026
About this program
The Embedded Systems program focuses on the design of efficient and reliable systems. You can find embedded systems in many of the products that we use every day, from television sets to copiers. The combination of computer science (software) and electrical engineering (hardware) in these types of equipment requires an integrated approach towards the design process. That in turn requires a new type of engineer who has a knowledge of both software and hardware. The Master's program in Embedded Systems is a co-production of the departments of Mathematics and Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, awaiting students with a Bachelor's in computer science or electrical engineering. It rests on a sound theoretical foundation, with an emphasis on the design of quality embedded systems. To construct reliable protocols for the behaviour of complex software systems, you need to have knowledge of algorithms, performance, hardware, and design and documentation methods. These subjects are all covered as part of this program. You also need an understanding of the variability and maintainability of these protocols, aspects that are covered in the compulsory element of the program.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: Engineering & TechnologySector: TechniekCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
About Eindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is a research university specializing in engineering science and technology, founded in 1956. Located in the Brainport region, it collaborates closely with high-tech industry partners.
Living in Eindhoven
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€500/mo
Monthly total
€750–€1,450
Cost of living
Medium
Population
243k

Modern, innovative, and technology-focused. Eindhoven is less traditional than other Dutch cities, offering a contemporary urban experience with a strong emphasis on innovation and entrepreneurship.

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Specializations
Tracks from HOVI
Honors program CSEHonourstraject
The Honors program is aimed at excellent students from one of the Master programs.
Edge IntelligenceSpecialisation
The track focuses on integrating artificial intelligence into resource-constrained devices, enabling real-time data processing directly where it is collected. What makes this trac
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: computertechniek en computer engineering
Median starting salary (field)€3,741/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating93%
Months to a substantial job3
Working in their own field76%
Permanent contract68%
Satisfied with their job4/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Softwareontwikkelaars52%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree59%
Women among first-years13%
Say workload is “just right”31%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.5/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 46 respondents
Content & set-up3.5
Teachers3.6
Atmosphere3.6
Involvement & contact3.7
Study guidance3.5
Testing & assessment3.3
Facilities3.8
Career preparation3.2
Teachers' English4.1
Would choose again3.4
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-09-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-09-01
Application deadline
2027-02-01
Non-EU deadline
2027-02-01
Application deadline
2027-09-01
Upcoming open days
Open day
14 Nov 2026
Open day
16 Mar 2027
Open day
22 May 2027
Open day
13 Nov 2027
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C1
  • IELTS overall band: 6.5
  • TOEFL internet based: 90
Internships
?No data yet
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