★ StudyPath verdict
8.1/10
Best for students seeking a digitally-focused mechanical engineering Master's with strong industry ties in energy, robotics and instrumentation; solid Dutch technical reputation but limited international brand recognition compared to TU Del
Tuition · Intl
↗€24,900
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2025
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗102
DUO ↑28% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗25:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
2 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗4.0/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗98%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€3,582
/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: 23 Jun 2026
About this program
How can we design smarter, more sustainable technologies for the future? How do mechanical engineers combine classical design with digital tools to solve real-world challenges? If you want to apply engineering principles to shape the high-tech, digital society, the Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Groningen is the right choice for you.What to expect from the Master's programme Mechanical Engineering✔ Work with AI, data science, and digital technologies as integral parts of modern mechanical engineering✔ Work on real-world projects with leading high-tech companies in the Northern Netherlands✔ Prepare for an international career in industry, research, or innovationIn this Master's programme, you will learn to design, model, and optimise complex mechanical systems with a strong focus on digital tools and smart technologies. Mechanical Engineering plays a key role in tackling global challenges, from renewable energy to robotics and advanced instrumentation. This Master's programme in Groningen combines academic depth with real-world applications, offering close collaboration with industry and unique opportunities to contribute to high-tech innovation.Choose from the following tracks:Advanced InstrumentationSmart FactoriesSmart and Green Energy SystemsWant to learn more?Visit us at the Master's WeekSubscribe to our monthly newsletterCreate your own broc
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: Engineering & TechnologySector: TechniekCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
About University of Groningen
Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen is the second oldest university in the Netherlands with over 33,000 students. Known for its vibrant student city atmosphere (1 in 4 residents is a student), excellent research output, and 4 Nobel Prize laureates including Ben Feringa (Chemistry 2016).
Living in Groningen
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€450/mo
Monthly total
€800–€1,400
Cost of living
Medium
Population
234k
Young, vibrant, and welcoming. Groningen has a laid-back northern Dutch charm combined with the energy of a true student city. The compact city center is easy to navigate by bike, and the local community is known for being friendly and open to international students.
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Tracks from HOVI
Advanced InstrumentationSpecialisation
The education in the Advanced Instrumentation track focusses on two major themes.
The first theme is on the advanced instrumentation for healthcare, in collaboration with research…
Smart FactoriesSpecialisation
This track is developed together with high-tech companies associated to the Innovation Cluster Drachten.
The Smart Factories track offers two specializations that are coupled to t…
Smart and Green Energy SystemsSpecialisation
In this track, two main themes can be chosen, both of which offers advanced technologies crucial for the energy transition in different domains.
The first theme is closely related…
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Very good job-market outlookfield: werktuigbouwkunde algemeen
Median starting salary (field)€3,582/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating98%
Months to a substantial job3
Working in their own field91%
Permanent contract67%
Satisfied with their job4/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Werktuigbouwkundig ingenieurs36%
Industrieel ingenieurs en productie-ingenieurs13%
Ingenieurs, niet elders geclassificeerd10%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree71%
Women among first-years13%
Say workload is “just right”56%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 10 respondents
Content & set-up3.8
Teachers3.8
Atmosphere4.2
Involvement & contact4
Study guidance4.1
Testing & assessment3.7
Facilities3.6
Teachers' English3.8
Would choose again4
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS: 6.5
- TOEFL iBT: 90
Scholarships
Internships
?No data yet
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