Program Overview

Introduction to the University Program

The Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) offers a range of educational programs for students and professionals. The university is committed to providing high-quality education and research opportunities.

Education Programs

The university offers various education programs, including:

• Bachelor programs
• Master programs
• Graduate School programs
• Professional Education programs

Bachelor College

The Bachelor College at TU/e offers a range of bachelor programs, including:

• Program structure
• Selection
• Study-choice check
• Honors Academy
• Types of universities
• Upcoming events
• Pre-TU/e offer

Graduate School

The Graduate School at TU/e offers:

• Master programs
• How we teach
• Honors Academy
• Pre-Master
• EngD at TU/e
• PhD
• Graduate programs
• Upcoming events

Professional Education

The university also offers professional education programs, including:

• Data Science & AI programs for professionals
• EAISI Academy programs
• Data engineering programs
• Mentoring programs
• Information sessions

Real World Data Science & AI

The Real World Data Science & AI program is a 2-day introductory course that covers:

• Data science and AI
• Big Data
• Predictive algorithms
• Machine learning
• (Generative) AI
• Typical applications
• Data-analytic thinking
• CRISP-DM model
• Ethical aspects

Program Details

The Real World Data Science & AI program includes:

• 2-day course
• 16 hours of class time + 4 hours of preparation
• Price: 950 (VAT exempt)
• Dates: 6 February & 13 February 2026 (English), 11 September & 18 September 2026 (Dutch)

Lecturers

The program is taught by experienced lecturers, including:

• Dr. Joran Lokkerbol
• Dr. Daniel Kapitan
• Dr. ir. Bregje van der Staak
• Dr. ir. Carlo van de Weijer
• Dr. ir. Pieter Overdevest EngD
• Dr. Ieke le Blanc
• Raoul Beeldsnijder
• Dr. ir. Bram Cappers
• Dr. Willem van Jaarsveld
• Drs. Harm Bodewes MBA

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, participants will:

1. Have a clear understanding of data science & AI
2. Understand the components that come into play when executing a data science & AI project
3. Have realistic expectations of the opportunities that data science & AI bring
4. Receive a certificate of attendance

Target Audience

The program is designed for professionals who:

• Have completed a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree
• Have a minimum of two years of work experience
• Are ambitious to grow into a position where they can strategically think about the use of data that generates value for their organization