Turn science fiction into reality with Electrical Engineering. Learn to devise high-tech solutions to practical problems and shape the world of the future.
What do you need to move a robot arm at high speed and with nano-level precision? How do you design a chip to work ten times faster than current ones, while using ten times less power? And how do you protect your computer from Wi-Fi code interception? If questions like these intrigue you, the three-year English-taught Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (EE) at the University of Twente is the right choice for you.
Wondering what it's like to study Electrical Engineering? Herjan gives you a glimpse into his student life.
Why study Electrical Engineering?
- Create things that did not exist before
As an Electrical Engineer, you won’t stick to the beaten path. In our programme, you will learn to come up with and realise ground-breaking solutions that are faster, more accurate and more sustainable than anything we know now. Instead of copying things, you will create applications that did not exist before; you will have plenty of room to experiment and work on your creations in our practice room or one of the other high-tech labs on campus. Our project-based education will help you become more entrepreneurial, challenge you to push boundaries and give you a solid foundation for applying your knowledge in the real world; all to make a difference for the future.
- Enter a field that is developing at lightning speed
The future is unpredictable, especially in the field of electrical engineering: 20 years ago it was unthinkable that people would be walking around with smartphones that we use not only to make phone calls, but to play games, watch films and send messages. In another 20 years' time, you may have developed the successor to the drone, or you might be working on faster and better pattern recognition for medical or security applications, or the energy supply of fully autonomous systems. A phone chip with the computing power of today’s supercomputers? You could be part of it!
- Be highly confident in landing a good job
99% of our graduates find a job within a month of finishing their Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering. Experience shows that many of our alumni have received multiple job offers, even before they graduate. Due to your in-depth knowledge, practical experience and 21st-century skills, you will be in high demand on the job market. So, enjoy your luxury position and take your pick!
- Attend a programme with a lot of personal attention
Education at the University of Twente is known to be personal and informal, and this Bachelor's is no different. We have an open-door policy and you will receive more individual attention and guidance than at most other universities. The atmosphere between lecturers and students is friendly and informal: you can always approach someone with your questions. Together with our active study association E.T.S.V. Scintilla, we continuously improve our education and organise all kinds of study-related activities. Here, you will live your student life to the fullest and grow both professionally and personally!
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Future jobs
As a student Electrical Engineering, you will have plenty of interesting job opportunities ahead of you - whether you would like to start your own company or find a job right after graduation. To give you an idea, we list some of the positions you could end up in as a graduate below.
- Design and Process Engineer
- Microchip Architect
- Control Systems Engineer
- Data Analyst
- Biomedical Engineer
- Research and Development (R&D) Scientist
- Network Consultant
- Product Manager
Programme overview
Certification: BSc
7522 NB Enschede
The Netherlands
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