Embedded Systems

This Master’s programme focuses on the design of embedded systems: the hardware and software that control a device, process or system, e.g. smart phones, pacemakers, chip sets or navigation systems.

An embedded system is a combination of hardware systems (electrical engineering) and software systems (computer science) built into equipment that we don’t always recognize as being computerized, such as the systems that control a car’s anti-lock brakes, the automatic pilot of an aircraft or the sensors and filters used in processing plants. Embedded systems call for real-time operation, reliability, maintainability and cost-effectiveness, which places heavy demands on software (user interfaces, data processing, machine control) and hardware (I/O, Asics, DSP, FPGA). This English-taught Master’s programme in Embedded Systems focuses on the design of embedded systems, e.g. system validation, quantitative evaluation of embedded systems, electronics, maths, embedded computer architecture and how to create a system on a chip. You’ll be challenged by topics ranging from control engineering, integrated circuit design and computer architecture, to communication networks, real-time operating systems and software engineering. Our graduates have excellent career prospects. There’s a great need for engineers with skills that bridge the gap between hardware and software.

Types of teaching (in year 1):

• theory: 25%
• practice: 25%
• self study: 50%

Types of teaching (in year 2):

• practice: 50%
• self study: 50%

Programme internationalization:

• Studying abroad is optional.

This programme has a workload of 120 ECTS.

Academic degree: BSc in related field like BSc Computer Science, BSc Electrical Engineering and related studies. Polytechnic degree: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related University of Applied Science degree, additional premaster programme or relevant minor. Knowledge minimum: CGPA of at least 70-75%. Additional language requirements:IELTS overall band: 6.5TOEFL internet based: 90Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C1 English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 60 (Grade C) TOEFL iBT® test: 90

Scholarships / Grants:

University of Twente Scholarship:

Accreditation

Accredited by: nvao in: The Netherlands