Mechanical Engineering
Žiemos stojimas
2027-02-01
Žiemos stojimas
2026-10-15
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 innovation
In 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 Instrumentation
- Smart Factories
- Smart and Green Energy Systems
Cambridge C1 CAE or Cambridge C2 CPE Certificate with a min. score of 180
IELTS (Academic): overall score 6.5 (min. 6.5 in every category)
TOEFL iBT*: overall score 90 (min. 21 in Reading, Listening, and Speaking, 24 in Writing)
TOEFL iBT*: overall score 4.5 (min. 4 in Reading and Speaking, 4.5 in Listening, 5 in Writing)
The Admissions Board will decide whether you can be admitted to the Master's degree programme, based on your credentials.
Students with a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related might be accepted. In addition, the student needs to have sufficient experience with a complete mechanical systems design process.
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Job prospects
After your studies you can perform a wide range of jobs. Jobs can be found in Research and Development departments of high-tech companies, at design and construction companies, in engineering consultancy, or at research institutes. The type of job ranges from technical leadership positions to management positions. Other possibilities include performing a PhD project at a university or starting your own company. Roughly 10% of our graduates continue their studies as PhD students. Moreover, our graduates are also eligible to continue their study in our new Engineering Doctorate Programme in Autonomous Systems .
