Master Engineering Systems: Automotive Systems Full-time

Twee studenten van de Master Engineering Systems Automotive Systems bij de MORE Vehicle.
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The program starts 1 September 2025

Our views on mobility are changing. Hybrid and fully electrical vehicles are now a common sight. The technology that powers them is developing faster than ever, as are new technologies like hydrogen power. Keen to be part of these developments? Apply for this cutting-edge automotive master program!

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Master's in Engineering Systems alumnus on his Major Project

Why study Automotive Systems at HAN?

Ready for the future

This automotive master program focuses on developing the cars of the future: smarter, safer, more comfortable and more efficient.

Master Engineering Systems Automotive Systems student geeft uitleg bij de MORE Vehicle.

Collaboration with industry 

Various automotive firms contribute to the curriculum. How? Through guest lectures, excursions and projects.

Master Engineering Systems Automotive Systems studenten werken aan de MORE Vehice.

Direct transfer after bachelor

Transfer directly after your bachelor in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, process technology or automotive engineering.

Studenten van de master Engineering Systems Automotive Systems doen metingen aan de MORE Vehicle.

European double degree

Study for 1 year at HAN and 1 year at another European university and get a double degree (Master in Automotive Engineering and Master of Science).

De studenten van de Master Engineering Systems Automotive Systems overleggen in de klas op IPKW.

Valuable network

Through the HAN Automotive Center of Expertise you build up a valuable network. Very useful for your further career.

Studenten en docent van de master Engineering Systems Automotive Systems met de MORE Vehicle op de achtergrond.

Linked to the profession

Work on real projects for the automotive industry. Together with companies like Ford Research and DAF Truck.

Innovatieve DAF Truck op de ACE Carrièredag 2022

Automotive Systems: quick facts

    16-20 Contact hoursaverage per week
    25 Hours of independent study average per week
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What do you learn?

This automotive master track gives you the fundamentals of modeling and control systems. It also gives you lots of options to specialize within the automotive field. Interested in developments in green mobility, smart mobility or advanced vehicle dynamics and control? It’s your choice. Finally, you get to apply your knowledge and skills in a major project. The setting? Either industry or research. 

Studenten van de Master Engineering Systems Automotive Systems in het klaslokaal op IPKW.
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What can you do with this degree?

An automotive master degree gives you access to a broad field. You could work in research, design, development, production or evaluation. You have a deep understanding of vehicle systems and components. But also solid communication and project management skills. This puts you in a great place for a rewarding career in this industry. 

Studenten van de master Engineering Systems Automotive Systems bij de MORE Vehicle op IPKW.
18 January 2025
 

Online Open Day

Our Online Open Day was on 16 November 2024. Did you miss it? No worries! We’ve recorded sessions of our talk shows about visa, housing, admission, scholarships, student life and more. So you can watch our videos wherever and whenever you like.

The next Online Open Day is on 18 January 2025. That’s pretty soon! Want to be notified when registrations for the next Online Open Day open? Pre-register for January so you’ll get a mail from us when you can secure your spot for the Online Open Day. Don't miss this chance to connect with HAN students, lecturers and ask all of your questions.

International students Diego and Andrei studying at the library on the Arnhem campus of HAN University of Applied Sciences.
Introduction video

Rollover mechanics for commercial vehicles

Student experiences

Why study Automotive Systems?

Dutch way of learning

The atmosphere in a Dutch classroom is quite informal and your lecturers are easy to talk to. In fact, at Dutch universities like HAN, you’re seen as a partner in the learning process. Class sizes are small and your lecturers encourage you to actively participate in class. To ask questions. To give your own opinion. They also stimulate you to be creative. And to discover things for yourself.

Twee studenten kijken al luisterend naar de docent.

Part of the Master in Engineering Systems

Automotive Systems is a track within the Master in Engineering Systems. So when you apply on Studielink you choose Engineering Systems. Then you indicate the track you wish to follow. In this case, Automotive Systems. Other tracks in the Master in Engineering Systems are

De docent Master Engineering Systems Automotive Systems geeft uitleg over de MORE Vehicle.

Study in part-time?

Want to study in part-time? Follow the modules at your own pace? You can if you are from the EU/EEA or have a valid residence permit for the Netherlands. You also need to be working in the field. The part-time program takes 3 years to complete. 

Part-time students on stairs at HAN University of Applied Sciences

Why study in the Netherlands?

Planning to study in the Netherlands? The Netherlands has a large population of international students so you won’t feel alone. In fact, 1 in 10 students at Dutch universities is an international student. Why do so many international students pursue their education at universities in Holland? Because the Netherlands has excellent, affordable higher education. It also has a thriving economy (17th in the world) so there are plenty of job opportunities. What’s more, the Dutch are open-minded and almost everyone speaks English.

Discover the city of Arnhem

Arnhem is the green and bustling capital of the province of Gelderland. With a population of around 160,000, the city has plenty to offer. Whether you’re into fashion or history, museums or pubs, concerts or nightclubs. And with its lovely green surroundings, you can also enjoy nature at its best. 

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    Ruitenberglaan 29
    6826 CC Arnhem
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Find out more about how the program is structured. And all the details on the modules. 

Drie studenten van de Master Engineering Systems Automotive Systems bij de MORE Vehicle.