Program Overview

Master Program in Industrial Sciences: Electromechanics

The Master program in Industrial Sciences: Electromechanics is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of electromechanics. The program is offered by the University of Antwerp and is tailored to meet the needs of students who wish to pursue a career in this field.

Program Structure

The program consists of a standard track and a shortened track. The standard track is open to all students with a diploma from a professional bachelor's program in a relevant field, while the shortened track is only available to students who have achieved a certain level of academic excellence.

Standard Track

The standard track requires students to complete 75 to 90 credits and is designed to provide a comprehensive education in the field of electromechanics.

Shortened Track

The shortened track requires students to complete approximately 60 credits and is designed for students who have already demonstrated a high level of academic achievement in their previous studies.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, students must have a diploma from a professional bachelor's program in a relevant field. For the shortened track, students must have achieved a grade of 70% or higher in their previous studies and must pass a competency exam.

Competency Exam

The competency exam is designed to assess the student's knowledge in the areas of mechanics, control technology, electrical engineering, kinematics, and dynamics. The exam is typically held during the second exam period of the academic year.

Registration

Students can register for the program online. To register for the competency exam, students must fill out a web form, which is available from May 1st. The deadline for registration is the first Friday of July of the year in which the student graduates from their professional bachelor's program.

Program Content

The program covers a range of topics, including:

• Mechanics
• Control technology
• Electrical engineering
• Kinematics
• Dynamics

Career Prospects

Graduates of the program can pursue a range of career opportunities in the field of electromechanics, including roles in industry, research, and development.

Available Bachelor Programs for the Transition Program

The following bachelor programs are available for the transition program:

• Autotechnology
• Electromechanics
• Energy management
• Design and production technology
• Ship engineering
• Aviation (with a focus on aviation technology)