Logistics Engineering HZ University of Applied Sciences

Overview

About 

The Logistics Engineering bachelor’s programme at HZ University of Applied Sciences is a four-year, full-time programme in Middelburg, the Netherlands. You learn how to analyse, plan and improve logistics processes across supply chains, from purchasing and production to storage, transport and delivery. 

During the programme, you combine logistics and supply chain management with data, technology and business. From the first year, you apply what you learn to real logistics challenges at companies and organisations. 

After completing the programme, you receive a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Logistics Engineering. 

At HZ University of Applied Sciences, you learn how products, information and resources move through supply chains and how organisations can make their logistics processes smarter, more efficient and more sustainable. You explore areas such as purchasing, planning, data, production planning, inventory management and maritime logistics.  Practical learning is an important part of the programme. In years 1 and 2, you spend one day per week at a company, where you work on real logistics questions and improvements. You also learn to use data, digital tools and emerging technologies in logistics. 

You study in Middelburg, in Zeeland, a region with a strong maritime and logistics environment. This provides a practical context for subjects such as maritime logistics, transport and supply chains.  

Career opportunities 

After graduation, you can work in logistics and supply chain roles in the Netherlands or internationally. Possible employers include transport and distribution companies, shipping companies and consultancy organisations. Possible roles include buyer, logistics manager, logistics consultant, supply chain manager and material manager. 

Further study 

After completing your Bachelor of Science in Logistics Engineering, you can continue with a master’s programme in the Netherlands or abroad. If you want to continue at a Dutch research university, you may first need to complete a pre-master’s programme.