Smart Systems Engineering
Hanze University of Applied Sciences • Groningen • Engineering
Admissions & requirements
- 1. Language Test
The English Language proficiency must be approved by submitting a test score (not older than 2 years) from:
- TOEFL: minimum score of 575 (paper-basedtest), or 90 (internet-based test, with not less than 20 in Reading, Listening, Speaking or Writing); or
- IELTS: 6.5 minimum with not less than 6.0 in Reading, Listening, Speaking or Writing; or
- Cambridge Advanced Exam in English: B minimum; or
- Cambridge Proficiency Exam in English: C minimum.
- 2. Polytechnic Degree
Applicants are required to have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Sensor Technology, Technical IT or equivalent to enroll to this programme.
- 3. Personal Motivation
• In order to apply, you will need to submit the following documents: transcript of the degree, CV and a convincing motivation letter.
• You also need to demonstrate your affinity for mathematics and computing, by a transcript of the degree and/or by the CV and/or by a convincing motivation letter.
• A minor/major in Electronics or Embedded systems or knowledge of Digital Signal Processing will significantly contribute to the ease of study.
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Language requirements
- IELTS overall band (6.5)
- TOEFL paper based (575)
- TOEFL internet based (90)
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (B)
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (C)
Estimated Monthly Expenses

Hanze University of Applied Sciences
GroningenApplied Sciences
Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen is one of the largest HBO institutions in the Netherlands with about 30,000 students. Sharing the student city with University of Groningen, it offers practical education in business, healthcare, arts, and technology with strong emphasis on sustainable energy.
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Scholarships
- NL Scholarship