Exchange and electives

Whether you study at the University of Twente or a university abroad, you can choose from numerous exchange programmes or elective options.

The offer of exchange programmes or electives depends on your situation. Are you already a UT student or are you studying at a university abroad?

Coming from abroad to UT

Are you studying at a university abroad and interested in an exchange programme at our University?

Exchange at UT
Are you studying at a university abroad and interested in an exchange programme at our University?

Electives and exchange options for UT students

During your studies at the University of Twente (UT), you have plenty of opportunities to grow outside your current studies. Explore your options as a UT student:

Follow a minor
Each bachelor's programme includes 150 EC of core curriculum and 30 EC for a specific profile, filled with minors of UT. You can choose from High Tech Human Touch modules, study abroad, or in-depth minors.
Study abroad
With a wide range of exchange agreements with top universities worldwide, UT offers you the chance to gain valuable international experience!
Honours Programmes
UT Honours Programmes are for talented, motivated, and entrepreneurial students, challenging them to think creatively, croos diciplines, and create social impact.
Master-insert
The Transdisciplinary Master-Insert programme on Shaping Responsible Futures, hosted by UT's Designlab, is an award-winning six-month full-time programme for UT master's students.
Follow master's courses during your bachelor's
As a bachelor's student, you may take master's courses during your studies, provided you meet specific requirements. For detailed information, contact your study adviser or the course lecturer.
Internship in the Netherlands or abroad
During a bachelor's or master's programme, you can take an internship in the Netherlands or abroad. UT offers support to students in finding, following and completing an internship or graduation project.