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Electrical & Electronic Engineering

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Electrical & Electronic Engineering

4 year(s)
Starts February and September
English
Bachelor
Full-time
Eindhoven

Would you like to help build cool roller coasters? Are you already imagining yourself tickering on the latest electrical cars? Do you have the skills to make your smartphone even smarter? The programme Electrical and Electronic Engineering might be the one for you!

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You are the link in the design team of the future!

When you are a student of the Electrical and Electronic Engineering programme, you will be trained to become a designer in electrical engineering. It is your job as an electrical engineer to design sustainable solutions to help our planet. The possibilities are endless, whether you work in the field of sports, music, communication, healthcare, energy, or safety.

Is the programme a fit for you?

  • You are curious to find out how a product or appliance works exactly.

    Do you already know what your phone looks like on the inside?

  • You dream of designing and making revolutionary products.

    You design and develop the brain behind electrical appliances.

  • You want to contribute to a better world.

    During your studies you can already make an impact, for example by improving healthcare or by making devices more sustainable

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It’s really nice to feel comfortable asking the teachers all kinds of questions over a cup of coffee.

Ioanna

Student

I started my studies in the Netherlands at the Technical University. However, I felt like I was not really at the right place when I was there. Even though I liked the theory, I wanted to apply it in a more practical way. That's why I decided to transfer to Fontys University of Applied Sciences. I definitely feel like I’m at the right place here! Everyone starts at the same level of knowledge, and together we learn new things. It’s really nice to feel comfortable asking the teachers all kinds of questions over a cup of coffee.

There really are no stupid questions! It’s also nice to have a personal life again instead of studying and stressing out all the time. Now I go to tennis and Zumba classes, I go on trips, and I have time to party with my friends. I’m a social person, so I really need this!

I’m from Greece and always wanted to study abroad. That’s because I heard all the fun stories from my brother, who is studying in Britain. I chose to study in the Netherlands because I’m a very organised person, and since I was very young, all of my relatives and especially my parents advised me to go study abroad in the Netherlands because it’s a very organised country. I like how there is less of a hierarchy in the Netherlands than there is in Greece. I already noticed this with my teachers. They are very easygoing and approachable. I also feel like it is that way in the professional field.

I’m currently in my first year and am already very active with my studies. For example, I’m a student ambassador and show potential students around the campus during ‘Student for a Day’-sessions. I’m really curious to see what working life is like. I went to a female innovators event at ASML and really liked that. I’m very much looking forward to doing my internship next year!

I enjoy Electrical and Electronic Engineering because there is so much more to it than you might think at first glance. Appliances are super interesting when you open them up!

Gregowynn

Student

I’ve always dreamed of studying abroad. After doing some research, I decided to go study in the Netherlands. I like the fact that everyone speaks English here. It was very convenient that I could start the programme in February, since circumstances made it so that I had to make a switch. It might have been a bit of a coincidence I ended up studying here, but I’m very happy that I'm at Fontys now!

I like how there is a very open relationship between students and teachers at Fontys. It’s very nice to be able to freely ask your teacher questions. They treat me like an equal. I almost feel like they're more of a coach who wants to share their expertise with you than a teacher. It’s a very comfortable way to learn.

Ever since I can remember, I have had an interest in technical stuff. I’m very interested in seeing how things work. When I had to choose a study programme, I knew I wanted to do something with engineering, but I had no idea what specific subject the choose. I eventually chose to do Electrical and Electronic Engineering, because there is so much more to it than you might think. When you open up an appliance, everything inside is Electrical and Electronic Engineering! I enjoy it so much that I even do engineering projects at home in my free time. I like to work around the house, like hooking up lighting systems. Maybe in the close future, I want to make something new. Like an electrical bike or I might build my own pc. Engineering really is my hobby as well!

Are you detail-oriented, curious, and interested in creating functional prototypes? Then I highly recommend the Electrical and Electronic Engineering programme!

Irina

Teacher

Since 2022, I’ve been working for the Electrical en Electronic Engineering programme at Fontys, and my role is incredibly diverse. I teach both technical and non-technical courses. Additionally, I am a semester coordinator, mentor and a member of the Curriculum Committee. This means I’m involved in many aspects of the programme. I joined Fontys Engineering from the corporate world. For 10 years, I worked at ASML but I realised that it wasn’t giving me the fulfillment I was looking for. Through connections, I found my way to Fontys Engineering, where I’ve found the sense of purpose I was missing at ASML.

I genuinely enjoy helping people discover themselves. Being able to witness the growth and development of students makes me truly happy. That's what I love most about my role at Fontys. Students can come to me with all sorts of questions. For example, I help with questions about the courses I teach, such as ‘Digital Systems’ and ‘Telecommunications’, but also with information about semester assessments, feedback on projects, and, in some cases, personal development guidance. I strive to ensure that our students graduate with the confidence to approach any technical problem in a methodical way.

Are you detail-oriented, curious, and interested in creating functional prototypes? Then I truly recommend the Electrical and Electronic Engineering programme and encourage you to join an online information session, or visit the campus during an Open Day or a a student for a day-session.

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Your programme

You think of, design, and create innovative systems that improve the world around us!

What’s involved in creating artificial intelligence software? What smart solutions will help solve the climate crisis? How can we get robots in warehouses to efficiently take over heavy lifting duties? We train you to become a successful electrical engineer by working on these types of projects.

Your programme

What are you going to learn?

  • You will learn right away what it takes to build your own electronic appliances by working on challenging projects.

    You will work in a team and create a speaker, metal detector, or self-driving car in the first year.

  • You will learn the theoretical background that is needed to get an appliance to work.

    And because you showed you understand the theory by working on projects you will have less exams.

  • You will work on your personal development to become a professional engineer

    Skills such as cooperation, communication, and planning will help your team to achieve success.

Your programme

What will the upcoming four years look like?

You will start with the basics of electronics, programming and mathematics in the first year. You’ll delve deeper into topics such as signal processing and power electronics during your second year. In the third year, you’re going to do an internship and chose a minor that fits your interests. Finally, you’ll specialise in a certain topic within electrical and electronic engineering in your fourth year, and you finish your programme with a graduation internship.

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Your future

Your future as an electrical engineer is challenging!

Will you be tinkering on electrical cars? Will you come up with the software that will be used in new smartphones? Or are you going to work on an energy-efficient system to combat the climate crisis? With a degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, you will be a member of the design team of the future.

Admission & application

Admission requirements

  • You must have a diploma of higher secondary education that is equivalent to Dutch standards.

    Make sure to check all admission requirements.

  • A minimum level of proficiency in the English language is required.

Our campus

Come study and unlock your global talent potential in the Netherlands

Explore your future at Fontys where you’ll meet innovation, entrepreneurship, and creativity. 

Costs

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Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Start

September, February

Language

English

Duration

4 year(s)

Degree

Bachelor

Study load

Full-time

Location

Eindhoven

Specs

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Start

September, February

Language

English

Duration

4 year(s)

Degree

Bachelor

Study load

Full-time

Location

Eindhoven

Check all deadlines

Admission timeline

Wondering what's to come after applying for this programme? Go over the entire admission process.

Please note! If you wish to apply for housing through Fontys, the application deadline is June 15 (start September) or December 8 (start February).

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Admission timeline

Wondering what's to come after applying for this programme? Check out the entire admission process.

  • Start your orientation

    Have you attended a study orientation event already?

    Take a look at our orientation events
  • Application deadline

    May 1 (NL), May 15 (Non-EEA), Jun 15 (EEA)

    Apply through Studielink
  • Submit required files

    Submission and assessment of grade lists, diploma and proof of language. For non EEA-students: additional steps can be required.

  • Complete your payment

    The tuition fees indicator helps you to determine the tuition rate for your situation.

    Everything about finances
  • Arrange student housing

    Fontys can offer housing for a limited number of international students. Fill in the housing application form before the deadline (June 15 for September start, December 8 for February start).

    More info about housing
  • End of August

    Get to know Fontys and your fellow students during Purple Introduction week.

    Take a look at your introduction programme
  • 1 September 2025

    Start study programme

  • Start in February

    Have you attended a study orientation event already?

    Take a look at our orientation events
  • Application deadline

    November 15 (Non-EEA), December 15 (EEA)

    Apply through Studielink
  • Submit required files

    Submission and assessment of grade lists, diploma and proof of language. For non EEA-students: additional steps can be required.

  • Complete your payment

    The tuition fees indicator helps you to determine the tuition rate for your situation.

    Everything about finances
  • Arrange student housing

    Fontys can offer housing for a limited number of international students. Fill in the housing application form before the deadline (December 8).

    More info about housing
  • February 2025

    Start study programme

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