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BSc Electrical Engineering

Eindhoven University of Technology (Department of Electrical Engineering) · Eindhoven, Netherlands

100% taught in EnglishApply via Studielink, not the CAOOpen entryMandatory matchingHL Maths and Physics H5
Duration3 years
StartsSept 2027
EntryOpen entry
Deadline (EU)1 May 2027
EU fee 2026/27€2,694 / yr

About the course

Covers electricity and magnetism in technology, from wireless chips and electric motors to MRI scanners and sustainable energy. Teaching is built around three themes (communication, healthcare and environment) and uses challenge-based projects in small groups.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • TU/e asks for a Leaving Certificate in 6 subjects, at least 2 at Higher Level with at least grade 5 (H5), and a CAO score of at least 350 points. Any other Higher Level subjects need at least H7 and Ordinary Level subjects at least O6.
  • Mathematics and Physics, both at Higher Level with at least grade 5 (H5).

How to apply

  1. Apply on StudielinkApply on Studielink by 1 May 2027 (23:59 CET), then complete the TU/e application in Osiris and pay the €100 application fee. Applying early gives time for the diploma check.
  2. Upload documentsUpload your Leaving Cert results or predicted grades and the other documents TU/e asks for.
  3. Study-choice checkComplete the compulsory study-choice check (questionnaire, advice report and interview). You are invited automatically after applying. The result does not affect admission; 2026 dates are on the TU/e page.
  4. Admission decisionTU/e says bachelor applicants hear the outcome within about 4 weeks. An offer is usually conditional on your final Leaving Cert results.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 1 May 2027, 23:59 CET (TU/e’s final deadline for programmes starting in September).

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
CityEindhoven
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
PlacesNo cap
EntryOpen entry
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Checked against the official TU/e website: September 2026 (2027 entry). Study-choice check dates are from 2026, so please confirm the 2027 dates with TU/e. Always confirm details with the university before applying.