Speech Technology

Think speech tech ends with voice assistants? Think again, speech technology is transforming the world and shaping the future. Become part of this rapidly evolving field and gain the expertise to contribute to cutting-edge developments in voice synthesis and speech recognition. Join one of the few degree programmes in Europe where you can study speech technology. ✔️ Connect with guest speakers from speech tech start-ups, multinationals, and research labs around the globe ✔️ Create your own speech tech demo as your final project ✔️ Turn your passion for tech into a meaningful contribution to society Want to get an authentic look at what it's like to be part of this programme? → Explore student stories → Sign up for the monthly newsletter → Discover available scholarships Application deadlines * 1 May – International diploma * 1 July – Dutch diploma Want to start in September 2026 but missed the deadline? Contact us to explore options! Upcoming events * Find your student home in Leeuwarden: 10 June * Master Day: 27 November * Online Master's Week: 15 - 19 March Pre-Master's Did you study at a University of Applied Sciences (HBO), or are you lacking specific requirements? Join this 3-month Pre-Master's programme.

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).