Why study Embedded Systems?
Today’s chip technology relies on seamless integration between hardware and software. From responding to real-world signals to coordinating with other components and performing tasks in real time, embedded systems are at the core of modern computing.
The Master’s in Embedded Systems at the University of Twente prepares you to design and optimise these systems. You'll gain expertise in both hardware and software, exploring topics such as system-on-chip design, real-time and embedded AI systems, embedded computer architecture, and dependable computing.
The Master’s in Embedded Systems at the University of Twente gives you a solid technical foundation at the intersection of hardware and software in the chip technology sector. What sets this programme apart is its multidisciplinary structure, combining core knowledge from both electrical engineering and computer science.
The curriculum is closely aligned with industry needs, and students often collaborate with regional companies involved in semiconductor development, sensor networks, and embedded control systems. This practical orientation, combined with a strong research environment, gives you an excellent preparation for roles in chip design, embedded software development, system architecture, or reliability engineering. Many alumni go on to work for companies such as ASML, NXP, or Thales, while others pursue PhDs or join start-ups in the chip and embedded systems domain.
Guaranteed housing for international students
Finding housing in the Netherlands can be challenging. But here’s some very good news: if you are an international student enrolling in Embedded Systems at the University of Twente, you are guaranteed to receive a housing offer for the first year of your studies!
And that’s just one of the many reasons to choose the University of Twente:
- Excellent research facilities
- Strong industry connections
- Close-knit community and personal support
- Guaranteed housing offer for international first-year master’s students enrolling in Embedded Systems
