Overview

Design of Electrical Engineering Systems at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) trains EngD trainees in specifying, designing, building, testing and evaluating complex multidisciplinary systems in the sector of electrical engineering. More recently, we have also taken the trainees from applied physics on board, and we have welcomed the occasional trainee from mechanical engineering. The trainees develop an in-depth understanding of the technical, stakeholder and user requirements so as to bridge the gap between state-of the art technology and commercial (or societal) applications. Upon successful completion the graduate is awarded the EngD (Engineering Doctorate) degree.

Career:

Upon successful completion of the program the trainee will be awarded the Engineering Doctorate degree. This post-master’s degree is an affirmation of experience and in-depth knowledge of systems design processes, theoretical as well as practical. The DEES program has delivered over 300 EngDs, who have been offered challenging and exciting careers in (multi)national companies, including ASML, VDL, Philips, NXP Semiconductors, Canon, Ericsson, Infineon, TNO, Vodafone, Tata Steel Ltd, Wassenburg Medical and many small to medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).

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Programme Structure

The curricular part of the program (45 ECTS credits, or ECs for short) revolves around three main domains, i.e.,

Design skills,
Professional skills,
Knowledge.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Eindhoven, Netherlands

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The DEES program is open to recently graduated MSc students from top universities. More specifically, application is only open to those candidates holding an MSc degree that is recognized by the Netherlands Organization for International Cooperation in Higher Education.
Those candidates who hold a BSc degree and at least two years of work experience in the high-tech Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or Mechanical Engineering sectors might also be eligible. However, admission standards are high in order to maintain the quality of the program. Good grades, technical background, possible work experience, a strong motivation, references and personality are decisive factors.

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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

Paid position with no tuition fees, bridging the gap between academia and work.

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.