Overview

The Mechatronic Systems Design programme at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) emphasizes systems design, and the EngD trainees focus on strengthening both their technical and professional competencies related to the effective and efficient design of technologies for high end mechatronic systems.

Key facts

In particular the programme considers the multidisciplinary design aspects of project-based research and development of high end mechatronic systems, and the challenges that are faced by the high tech industry: a systems approach to problems around automation, precision & control, smart components, materials, maintenance, and more.

Programme Structure

Modules include:

Systems Engineering
Robotics
Software Embedded Systems
Mechatronic Systems
Project for industry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-24 00:00:00

More details

Applications are formally accepted starting April 1. The selection will start April / May, but you are welcome to apply until June 24

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Eindhoven, Netherlands

Disciplines

Mechatronics

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

The EngD program track Mechatronic Systems Design (as TU/e employee) is open to recent university graduates, and in particular to MSc graduates (or similar level) in the field of mechatronics, robotics, systems & control, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, embedded systems, applied physics, aerospace engineering, or similar.

Candidates are expected to have:

affinity with technology, keen interest in and good awareness of the current technological developments
knowledge of and affinity with mechatronics
experience with Matlab/Simulink or similar
preferably knowledge of classical feedback control theory, state space systems, and signal theory (or extended knowledge of other fields that are in high demand in the high tech sector, such as sensors, vision, machine learning, material science, tribology, cryogenics, and energy)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

No tuition for EngD traineeship as a TU/e employee.
The costs for a company-EngD traineeship will be requested from your employer, and amounts 35 kEur.

Living costs

Eindhoven

Netherlands

850 - 1350 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.