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Bachelor Mechanical Engineering

Saxion University of Applied Sciences (Enschede campus) · Enschede, Netherlands

100% taught in EnglishNo CAO points neededOpen entryApplied sciencesMaths and physics recommended
Duration4 years
StartsSept 2027
EntryOpen entry
Deadline (EU)15 Aug 2027
EU fee 2026/27€2,694 / yr

About the course

An English-taught engineering degree in the design, analysis, manufacture and improvement of products, machines and structures, using tools such as SolidWorks, C++ and Matlab, with specialisation options in lightweight construction, sustainable energy or mechatronics. It is a practical, career-focused degree at a university of applied sciences.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • The institution assesses the Irish Leaving Certificate individually and does not publish a fixed Irish requirement. Contact admissions to confirm.
  • Saxion requires a diploma with good results equivalent to at least Dutch HAVO. Mathematics and Physics are recommended, not compulsory; ask Saxion what level it expects from the Leaving Cert.
  • English: IELTS Academic 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 80 (or equivalent), unless you qualify for one of Saxion’s exemptions. Ask Saxion to confirm whether your Leaving Cert qualifies for an exemption.

How to apply

  1. Apply on StudielinkApply for the programme on Studielink by 15 August 2027 (earlier is better).
  2. Complete Saxion’s stepsFollow Saxion’s emails and upload the requested documents, such as your passport and Leaving Cert results, to the Saxion portal.
  3. Optional study choice checkSaxion offers a Meet & Greet and study choice check to help you decide; take part if invited.
  4. Admission decisionSaxion emails you the outcome and a letter of admission. Final documents and payment are due by 31 August 2027.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: Saxion’s deadline for EU/EEA bachelor applicants for September 2027 is 15 August 2027 (apply through Studielink). Final documents and payment are due by 31 August 2027. Applying well before the deadline is sensible, especially if you need housing..

Costs

  • Standard Dutch EU fee: €2,694 (2026/27). The 2027/28 fee is set by the Dutch government each year (expected to be close to €2,800).
  • EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).
Open-entry course: if you meet the requirements, you get a place.

At a glance

CountryNetherlands
CityEnschede
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
PlacesNo cap
EntryOpen entry
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Checked against the official Saxion website: September 2026 (2027 entry). The requirements and the fee are from the 2026-27 cycle. Confirm details with Saxion. Always confirm details with the university before applying.