Highlights
Tuition fee
9302 EUR / year
2601 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
9302 EUR / year
2601 EUR / year
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Duration
48 months
Duration
48 months
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
Groningen, Netherlands
Campus location
Groningen, Netherlands
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

Do you want to make technology smart? Sensors and Smart Systems is at the heart of technological progress worldwide. Smart cities, smart mobility, smart industry, smart phones, smart watches. With the major Sensors and Smart Systems programme at Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen, you shape the future of everything around you. 

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Overview

The Sensors and Smart Systems specialisation at  Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen is one of the three specialisations of the Electrical Engineering programme. The Sensors & Smart Systems specialisation focuses on designing, creating and programming smart systems with sensors. You shape the future of everything around you. From healthcare to sports. From (sustainable) energy to industry.

During your programme you will develop knowledge and skills in everything in the field of electrical engineering. For example, you will work on robotics, programming, control systems and data communication. You will immediately start working on assignments from real clients in the field and have plenty of room to organise your own studies. 

Why choose the Sensors & Smart Systems major at Hanzehogeschool?

  • Programme developed jointly with the business community: you do challenging, practical assignments, for example, at the Energy Academy Europe or at ENTRANCE, Hanze's Centre of Expertise in the energy transition. You work with real companies in a real working environment. So you gain work experience during your studies and help companies become more effective, innovative and sustainable. 
  • Passionate, driven groups: the degree programme is small-scale and personal: you work in small, motivated groups. The teachers know you and there is plenty of room for one-on-one contact. You also have a mentor who plays an important role in your personal and professional development. We also have a really fun study association  where you are very welcome. 
  • Great job prospects: Upon completing your studies you can work for a wide variety of companies. As Technical Designer, Technical Advisor, project lead or scientific researcher. Your can do this at many companies from pure product development agencies to multinationals where smart systems are central, both in the Netherlands and abroad. Many of our students go on to work in sectors such as healthcare, (sustainable) energy or transportation. The chance of finding a job is very high, because the world is eager for well-trained sensors & smart systems specialists. 

Programme Structure

Courses included:

  • Year 1 - Propedeuse
  • You will get to know the versatile, fascinating and broad world of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. You will do this with all the first year students of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Year 2
  • In year two you will study the major you have chosen. Have you chosen Sensor Technology? Then you will dive into the world of innovation and sensor applications. You will learn how sensors can be used to make appliances, machines and buildings smarter
  • Year 3
  • In year three you deepen your knowledge further with a minor and an internship. You decide how you fill the space. You can take a minor at Hanze UAS, another university of applied sciences in the Netherlands and you can go abroad! 
  • Year 4 - Graduation
  • In year four you will complete the programme with an in-depth minor, such as Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Internet of Things, Technology to Innovate or Flexible Energy Technology

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details
  • 1 May for students from Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Iran, Ghana, Afghanistan and Nigeria

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
80
PTE Academic
61
IELTS
6

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Groningen, Netherlands

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
80
PTE Academic
61
IELTS
6

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • You are eligible for the programme if you have a diploma comparable to the Dutch HAVO level (for UK: 4 GCSEs, A*- C grade, plus 2 AS levels), or higher. Your qualifications at this level must include mathematics and physics and preferably chemistry and/or biology.
  • Students who possess an International Baccalaureate Diploma in the English language that includes examinations in Mathematics and Physics are eligible for admittance. It is strongly recommended, when possible, to complete Chemistry courses too.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    9302 EUR / year
    9302 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    2601 EUR / year
    2601 EUR / year

Living costs

Groningen

Netherlands
750 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Sensors and Smart Systems.

Available Scholarships

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Provided by university
Grant
5549 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Hanze Music Scholarship

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Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
The Smooth Movers Scholarships
Merit-based

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The Smooth Movers
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Engineering Excellence Scholarship
Merit-based

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Rosso Service
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
750 USD
Deadline
15 Jun 2026
Studybay Fall Essay Contest
Need-based

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Studybay
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7450 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
The Sapiente TECH Scholarship Programme
Merit-based

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Sapiente Education
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
The Fountainhead Essay Contest
Merit-based

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Ayn Rand Institute
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2027
Annual Students' Scholarship
Merit-based

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StudyCorgi
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Florida Rentals Annual Dream Vacation Scholarship

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Florida Rentals
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
WMI Scholars Program
Merit-based

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Wells Mountain Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Teen Changemakers Essay Contest
Merit-based

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International Bipolar Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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StudyCorgi
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pearl Lemon
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Independent provider
Grant
55 GBP
Deadline
18 Jun 2026
IELTS Morgan Terry Memorial IATEFL Scholarship
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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
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Shield Your Body
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
The MyUS Community Scholarship

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MyUS
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