Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor's Program in Industrial Engineering

The Bachelor's program in Industrial Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the field, combining technical knowledge with professional skills. The program is structured to allow students to apply their knowledge in real-life projects, preparing them for a successful career in industrial engineering.

Degree Structure

The Bachelor's program in Industrial Engineering is a three-year program that includes a variety of learning activities, such as:

• Core courses: Students follow courses on Industrial Engineering or related areas of expertise.
• An Impact of Technology learning trajectory (ITEC): Students learn about the effects of technology on society.
• Electives: Students design their study program according to their personal preferences by choosing courses that allow them to delve deeper or broader into the field.
• Challenge-Based Learning: Students apply their knowledge in real-life projects.
• External learning activities: Students participate in internships, take courses at other universities, or work on projects at TU/e Innovation Space.

First Year

The first year introduces students to the fields that shape Industrial Engineering, including technical courses (mathematics, statistics, data engineering) and core subjects that form the foundation of the program. Students also take an ITEC course on ethics and develop many skills, such as working on technical courses combined with core subjects.

Second Year

In the second year, students deepen their knowledge of the four core areas of Industrial Engineering:

• Occupational and organizational psychology
• Operational management
• Product innovation
• Information systems Students also learn to apply their knowledge and develop professional skills in two engineering courses and a multidisciplinary Challenge-Based Learning project. Additionally, students take three elective courses to begin individualizing their study program.

Third Year

In the third year, students strengthen their vision and identity and demonstrate their competencies in the bachelor's final project. The year is divided between electives and final core courses, including ITEC courses. Students work on their bachelor's final project, formulating and answering a clear research question, demonstrating their ability to analyze and research a business case relevant to an industrial engineer.

Teaching Formats

The study program includes a wide range of topics covered in various teaching formats, such as:

• Lectures: A teacher explains the theory of a subject.
• Tutorials: Students work on assignments under the guidance of a teacher or tutor.
• Group projects: Students work in groups on assignments typical of Industrial Engineering.
• Challenge-Based Learning: Students apply theory in real-life projects.
• Business-oriented: The program utilizes knowledge from the Brainport region, incorporating lunch lectures, guest lectures, assignments with real-life cases, and examples from industry.

Coaching

In the first year, students receive support from a student mentor to help them get off to a smooth start. Experienced TU/e coaches provide personal advice about studies, helping students create their own program that suits their interests and ambitions.