Do you want to become an architect of intelligent sensor systems?

Master
Full-time
3 semesters

Smart Systems Engineering

Level: master
Form: full-time
Duration: 3 semesters
Language: English
Locations: Assen
Degree: Master of Science
Credits: 90 ECTS
Startmonths: Start: September

Science and Engineering

Do you want to learn how to build and develop smart systems that are able to interact with their environment? Do you want to be able to move beyond simply generating data? Do you want to implement intelligence at the point of data generation to enable smart interventions in response to changes in the environment? Then this is the master programme for you! You will be challenged to always look beyond what is known to be possible. Smart Systems are the future, so get involved now! What you will find:

✔ International learning community ✔ High-end facilities ✔ Real life clients and assignments

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'Giving meaning to the data is the most important thing to me'

Projects with impact

During your master’s, you will work on real-world projects that address societal and organisational challenges. Through hands-on research, you will create innovative solutions that make a difference. Curious what that looks like? Below are a few examples of our students' projects.

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‘I hope it will inspire others to build on our work’

Your programme

Within this master you will cover theory and models so that you can solve complex design issues as a smart systems engineer. You will be well prepared for the work field through topics such as Phyton Programming. We have highlighted the themes below.

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Mehdi Sedighi

Lecturer, Project Tutor and Graduation Supervisor
Paco (Francisco) Guzman

Professional Skills Lecturer & mentor

About this programme

You will learn how the build and develop smart sensor systems that can interact with their environment. You will apply your skills and expertise in domains like health, energy and high-tech systems and materials (HTMS). In these areas the application of smart system technology is rapidly evolving, affecting and benefitting the lives and wellbeing of billions of people. You will work on real-life projects from clients and work closely with clients, which means you will gain experience right from the start! In short, this programme contains the cutting edge between data science, system intelligence and building the product that the outside world wants to have.

Why chose Smart Systems Engineering at Hanze UAS?

Learning community: You work and learn in close co-operation with your peers from all over the world, professional practitioners, researchers and education staff using real-life projects from real-life companies.
State of the art work lab: In TechHub Assen you can use high-end facilities to work on your projects.
Lots of job opportunities: You will focus on the cutting edge between data science, system intelligence and building the product that the outside world wants to have, which ensures awesome job opportunities.

Mitzy and Samir tell you about the master's programme Smart Systems Engineering

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Course overview

First semester: Introduction

You will learn how to integrate data coming from multiple, complex sensors and how to interpret this data correctly. In courses like Applied Machine Learning you will also learn how to apply data analysis algorithms. You will be provided with the knowledge and tools required to model and design complex smart systems from big data applications and digital signal processing. By working on various projects you can demonstrate what you learned within a practical setting. You will follow non-technical courses, such as Sustainable Research Skill, which will provide you with the ability to reflect on the sustainability of developed systems.

Second semester: Deepening and widening of knowledge

You will focus on the practical implementation of acquired skills and knowledge. You will learn more complex algorithms and choose which field you want to focus on. Courses include Products and Service Design, where you will focus on the full designing process of a smart system related to an application. During the Sensor Application Specialisation, you will explore various sensor applications in your chosen field (health, energy or high-tech systems and materials). You will engage in a project where you will work with innovative companies or research institutes, like Philips or the University Medical Centre in Groningen (UMCG). In addition to the technical courses, you will learn how to excel in the professional field by following essential, non-technical courses, which will teach you how to conduct research at a master level and how to solve problems within a multidisciplinary setting.

Third semester: Thesis

You will work on a six-month research project within your chosen domain, which will result in a master thesis. A few examples of master projects from other students:

The use of serious gaming (WE facilities) for medical arm- and hand rehabilitation.
Development of a comfortable, wearable respiratory gas measuring device, to assess strain on the body during physical activity.
Development of a model for optimal energy usage of a solar car system for maximal driving capacity within a changing environment.

For more information about the content of this master's program, consult the course catalogue.

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When applying for this Master's programme, all applicants need to prove that they have achieved a sufficient level of English. Therefore, one of the following is required:

All language scores must contain four subjects: reading, writing, listening and speaking
IELTS (academic): 6.5 minimum
TOEFL IBT taken at a test center: overall band score of 90
Cambridge Advanced Exam in English: C minimum (scale 180-184)
Pearson PTE (Academic) minimum of 61
LanguageCert (Academic) minimum of 75

Exempted from the above mentioned are:

Students holding a Bachelor qualification from the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Great Britain or Ireland are exempt from the language requirement
Students who have obtained a diploma at an English taught institution within the EER and who can prove that their prior education for which they obtained the diploma with which they can become accepted to the master, was fulltime English taught. In this case prove the English proficiency by uploading a statement, signed and stamped, from the university, confirming that the medium of instruction and examination of the prior education was entirely in English.

Motivational selection criteria

All applicants for the Master's programme Smart Systems Engineering apply through Studielink. Instructions on how to apply through Studielink can be found here. Candidates for admission should upload the following documents in Studielink.

A CV (resume) in English
The degrees and transcript of records based upon which you seek admission to the master, both the original as well as the translated versions;
A motivation letter outlining why you wish to enrol in this master programme
A proof of English language proficiency (see above for minimum scores)
A copy of your passport
A short video presentation of no more than 5 minutes motivating your choice for (specifically) this master.

The tuition fees are listed per academic year here. Every year you will be enrolled as a student for a full year. As Energy for Society is an 18 months programme, the tuition fee for your second year of enrolment will depend on the month you graduate and deregister. If you have any questions concerning the tuition fee, you can contact the Student Administration (STAD) at [email protected].

Please note: Students with a NON-EU/EEA nationality must be aware that on top of the tuition fee you will have to prove that you have enough financial means to live of. Information about the procedure, the amount and what costs are included in the financial guarantee can be found here.

Please note: with this master's programme, you will receive student finance from DUO for the first year only. The Hanze may grant you financial support for the last six months of the programme, provided you were entitled to a performance grant in the first year. Are you a Hanze student? Then check with the Student Support Regulation to see if you qualify. Not a Hanze student yet? Please e-mail [email protected].

Hanze UAS offers various scholarships to eligible students. Visit this page for more information.

Additional programme specific requirements you need to consider before applying for a scholarship:

NL Scholarship

The English Language proficiency must be proved by submitting one of the following (minimum) test scores:

TOEFL internet based: 94
IELTS Academic: 7.0
PTE Academic: 66.3
LanguageCert 75

A CGPA with a minimum of 75% of the total scores to be obtained

Following the core semester in Groningen

Hanze Scholarship

The English Language proficiency must be proved by submitting one of the following (minimum) test scores:

TOEFL internet based: 102
IELTS Academic: 7.5
PTE Academic: 74.6
LanguageCert 82

A CGPA with a minimum of 80% of the total scores to be obtained

Following the core semester in Groningen

Procedure

Students who have been (conditionally) accepted for the programme by Hanze UAS will receive an invitation to apply for the scholarship as of 1 March from the enrolment advisor.
The last day to apply for the scholarship is April 30, 23:59 hrs (Central European Time - CET).
The grants committee will award the scholarship

Note

Higher scores increase your chances to obtain the scholarship
Only a few scholarships are available for this programme
The decision of the grants committee is final

The International Office (IO) assists students who wish to study at a partner university for a semester as an exchange student. We help with the application procedure and practical information. The IO also processes the applications of incoming exchange students from partner institutions who want to follow an exchange programme at Hanze UAS. We apply for visas and residence permits for all incoming students with a non-EU nationality, assist with the search for accommodation and provide information about insurances and other practical matters.