Program Overview

Introduction to Mechanical Engineering

The Mechanical Engineering program is designed for individuals who are passionate about solving real-world problems with innovative technology. This program is ideal for those who enjoy taking things apart to understand how they work or who want to make the world a better place by developing sustainable solutions.

Program Overview

The Mechanical Engineering program is a collaboration between the VU and the University of Twente (UT). Students who complete this program will receive a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Twente. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in mechanical engineering, with a focus on practical problem-solving and innovation.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the Mechanical Engineering program, students must meet the following admission requirements:

• Vwo-diploma: Students must have a vwo-diploma with the following profiles:
  • Natuur en Gezondheid, aangevuld met Natuurkunde en Wiskunde B
  • Natuur en Techniek
  • Economie en Maatschappij, aangevuld met Natuurkunde en Wiskunde B
  • Cultuur en Maatschappij, aangevuld met Natuurkunde en Wiskunde B
• Hbo propedeuse: Students must have an hbo propedeuse with additional requirements:
  • Natuurkunde en Wiskunde B at 6 vwo-niveau
• Hbo bachelor: Students with an hbo bachelor degree must meet additional requirements:
  • Natuurkunde en Wiskunde B at vwo-niveau
  • A pre-master program may be assigned depending on the hbo bachelor degree
• Age 21 or older: Students who do not meet the above requirements and are 21 years or older may be eligible for admission through a admission test.

Toelatingseisen met een buitenlandse vooropleiding

For students with a foreign diploma, the following requirements apply:

• Buitenlands diploma: The diploma must be equivalent to a Dutch vwo-diploma with the following subjects at 6 vwo-niveau:
  • Natuurkunde
  • Wiskunde B
• Meer weten?: Students can request more information about the admission requirements for their specific situation.

Verplichte matching

The Mechanical Engineering program has a mandatory matching procedure to ensure that students are well-suited for the program. The matching procedure consists of the following steps:

1. Students receive a questionnaire about their expectations, skills, and interests.
2. Students participate in a matching day, which includes sample lectures, group assignments, and meetings with staff and students.
3. Students may be invited for an additional interview with a staff member or senior student.
4. Students receive an advice about their suitability for the program.

Bindend Studie Advies (BSA)

To receive a positive study advice, students must have earned at least 45 EC by the end of the first year of enrollment.

Aanmelden voor de Bachelor Mechanical Engineering

Students can apply for the Mechanical Engineering program through Studielink. The application process involves the following steps:

• Meld je nu aan: Students can apply from October.
• Regel je inschrijving via Studielink: Students must register through Studielink and upload all required documents.
• Meld je aan en benodigde documenten: Students must submit all required documents, including a copy of their diploma.

Wat betekent deze samenwerking tussen VU en UT voor mij?

The collaboration between VU and UT provides students with the best of both worlds. Students experience the student life, cultural mix, and amenities of the VU and Amsterdam, while also having access to the facilities, campus, and hospitality of the UT. Students will spend around 15-20% of their time at the UT, which translates to around 20-25 nights per year. The UT offers accommodation options, including blokhutten, which are available at cost price. The estimated cost for overnight stays in Enschede is around 350-450 euros per academic year.