Bachelor Electrical Engineering

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Eindhoven University of Technology

Program Overview

The Bachelor in Electrical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is a hands-on, three-year program that dives into designing and controlling everything from wireless chips to sustainable energy solutions, perfect for curious students who love math, physics, and real-world tech challenges like electric cars or MRI scanners. You'll thrive here if you're excited about building the future through teamwork on complex projects, with close ties to top companies in the Brainport region for internships and inspiration.

Curriculum structure

Year 1
In your first year, you'll lay a rock-solid foundation in core subjects like mathematics and natural sciences, while jumping into Electrical Engineering through lectures, exercises, and Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) projects where you team up to solve multidisciplinary cases, such as early explorations in communication or sustainable energy. You'll tackle electrical circuits basics alongside physics, practicing theory in guided self-study and applying it in group challenges that mimic real engineering teamwork. This builds your confidence quickly in a supportive, small-scale environment.

Year 2
Building momentum, year two ramps up with deeper dives into your major, blending core subjects like advanced mathematics and technical design in multidisciplinary teams, plus electives to start customizing your path—think exploring Impact of Technology (ITEC) to assess how your designs affect society ethically. You'll sharpen professional skills like collaboration through CBL projects tied to themes like The Connected World (wifi, bluetooth) or Smart and Sustainable Society (energy storage), all while practicing in inspiring lectures and hands-on sessions. It's where you start seeing how EE powers everyday innovations.

Year 3
Your final year lets you shine with a quarter dedicated to electives and group projects, allowing specialization in areas like healthcare tech (Care and Cure) or advanced communication, alongside completing your major subjects and USE (User, Society, and Enterprise) pathway for a well-rounded engineer mindset. Through intensive CBL and self-study, you'll integrate everything into complex designs, preparing for industry or masters with skills honed by part-time professors and company excursions. Graduates leave ready to innovate, backed by TU/e's strong network.

Focus areas
The program centers on three key societal themes: Communication (The Connected World) like light-based chips and wifi; Healthcare (Care and Cure) such as MRI scanners and cancer treatments; and Environment (Smart and Sustainable Society) including energy storage solutions—tying your skills directly to cutting-edge challenges.

Learning outcomes
By graduation, you'll master abstract thinking, model-building, and electrical design; excel in multidisciplinary teamwork via CBL; customize expertise through electives; and rigorously evaluate technology's societal impact with an ethical lens, all while developing pro skills like collaboration and project management.

Professional alignment (accreditation)
This program aligns with top academic standards through TU/e's Bachelor College structure, accredited as part of the Netherlands' largest EE bachelor's, emphasizing application-oriented education that feeds into renowned masters like Connected World Technologies or Semiconductor Devices—preparing you for professional careers or research in electrical systems.

Reputation (employability rankings)
TU/e's Electrical Engineering department is a world-class, research-driven powerhouse in the Brainport innovation hub, with close industry ties yielding high employability—many grads land roles at leading tech firms right away, bolstered by the program's scale as the Netherlands' biggest EE bachelor and alumni success in patents, publications, and conferences.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Eindhoven University of Technology's Bachelor in Electrical Engineering, you'll dive right into hands-on learning from day one, building real-world skills through Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) projects where you team up with classmates to tackle complex, multidisciplinary cases that demand collaboration, planning, and practical application of theory. Lectures lay the groundwork, but guided self-study and CBL turn that knowledge into action, preparing you to solve engineering challenges just like industry pros do. It's fast-paced—expect 40 hours a week with 6-8 contact hours per subject—but the support is there to help you thrive.

Here's what makes this program stand out for gaining those experiential skills, all tailored to Electrical Engineering at TU/e:
- Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) group projects: Core to the program, these projects have you working in teams on real engineering cases requiring intense collaboration across disciplines, right from your first year.
- Electives with group projects: Use a quarter of your program for electives where you can jump into specialized group projects to broaden or deepen your EE skills.
- Core subjects with multidisciplinary team design: Build professional skills like teamwork and technical design in group settings alongside math, physics, and EE fundamentals.
- ICT Lab for practice-based learning: Get hands-on guidance in this Signal Processing Systems lab, building real-world skills in a dedicated environment for bachelor students.
- Access to departmental research facilities: Tap into state-of-the-art labs tied to EE research groups (like Control Systems, Electromechanics & Power Electronics), plus institutes such as the Eindhoven Artificial Intelligence Systems Institute and Intelligent Lighting Institute for cutting-edge tools and projects.

Progression & Future Opportunities

At Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), the Bachelor in Electrical Engineering dives right into experiential learning from day one, building your practical skills through hands-on projects, real-world challenges, and close ties to industry in the Brainport region. You'll work with cutting-edge tools and facilities right on campus, tackling everything from circuit design to signal processing in dedicated labs, while collaborating on group projects that mirror professional engineering teams. This approach ensures you're not just learning theory—you're creating solutions that matter.

Here's how our program makes experiential learning come alive with specific opportunities tailored to Electrical Engineering:
- Group projects as project leader: Take charge of a team guiding first-year undergrads through real engineering challenges, honing your leadership and teamwork skills—it's a core part of professional development.
- Hands-on labs and research facilities: Access specialized labs like the ICT Lab for practice-based learning in signal processing, machine learning, and information processing for communications, plus research groups in areas like intelligent lighting and AI systems through the Eindhoven Artificial Intelligence Systems Institute (EAISI).
- Internships and industry links: Secure internships with top Brainport companies, leveraging TU/e's strong industry partnerships for real-world R&D experience that often leads straight to jobs.
- Excursions and study tours: Join study association Thor for field trips, guest lectures, workshops, and conferences focused on Electrical Engineering, blending education with practical insights.
- Challenge-based projects: Engage in diverse, practical projects—from epileptic seizure detection and video conversion to robotics, electromagnetic systems, and traffic surveillance—often in groups using department tools.
- Student teams and innovation spaces: Participate in student teams and TU/e innovation Space for prototyping and interdisciplinary challenges, building prototypes presented to industry experts.

These experiences set you up for an innovative career—imagine applying right now to start building your future at TU/e! Check out the full facilities list here: [TU/e Facilities](https://www.tue.nl/en/our-university/buildings-and-facilities).

Country Requirements

India: CBSE Standard XII requires at least five subjects with Mathematics and, if required, Physics and Chemistry with grades A1, A2 or B1 and English proficiency, while CISCE requires minimum 75% overall with Mathematics and required Physics and/or Chemistry, at least five subjects, and minimum 70% in mandatory subjects.
China applicants need a Senior Middle School Graduation Certificate and Gaokao with at least 75% overall and 75% in mandatory subjects including Mathematics and, depending on the program, Physics and/or Chemistry, plus sufficient academic background and English proficiency.
Egypt requires a secondary education diploma equivalent to the Dutch VWO with at least Mathematics, subject to evaluation of academic background and language proficiency.
Canada requires a provincial high school diploma with minimum 75% overall including Grade 12 Mathematics and, if required, Physics and Chemistry, while Quebec requires a pre-university Diplôme d'Études Collégiales.
France requires the French Baccalaureate General with Mathematics Specialty in year 12 and, if required by the program, Physics-Chemistry Specialty, subject to evaluation of academic background and language proficiency.
Germany requires the Abitur with Mathematics at advanced level and, depending on the program, Physics and/or Chemistry at advanced or basic level, subject to evaluation of academic background and language proficiency.
Nepal requires a secondary education diploma equivalent to the Dutch VWO with at least Mathematics, subject to evaluation of academic background and language proficiency.
Pakistan requires a secondary education diploma equivalent to the Dutch VWO with at least Mathematics, subject to evaluation of academic background and language proficiency.
Saudi Arabia requires a secondary education diploma equivalent to the Dutch VWO with at least Mathematics, subject to evaluation of academic background and language proficiency.
South Africa requires completion of at least one year in a relevant program at an accredited technical university with Mathematics and, if required, Physics/Chemistry at VWO level and minimum 75% GPA, while the National Senior Certificate alone is not accepted.
Turkey requires a Lise Diplomasi with at least four AP exams or a Label France Education diploma, otherwise completion of the first year at an accredited university in a relevant program with Mathematics and, if required, Physics/Chemistry at VWO level and minimum 75% GPA.
UK applicants need 3 GCSEs plus 3 GCE A-Level subjects with grades A*-C, with required subjects per program, or Scottish SQC with 2 Advanced Highers (Mathematics mandatory, Physics if required) and 4 Highers (Chemistry if required).