A TRACK WITHIN THE MSC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Master's track Materials for High Tech Systems Design

ECTS points
120
Education type
Master program
Duration
2 year
Language
English
Degree
Master of Science (MSc)

Ready to design the materials behind tomorrow鈥檚 high-tech systems?

Key Facts

Degree: MSc in Mechanical Engineering, specialization in Materials for High Tech Systems Design (MHS)

Focus Areas: Advanced materials, structural optimization, damage detection, additive manufacturing, and system design

Core Disciplines: Materials science, continuum mechanics, computational mechanics, experimental techniques, and system-level modeling

Facilities: Multiscale Lab, Mechanical Testing Lab, Polymer Processing Lab, and high-performance computing environments

Career Outlook: High demand in automotive, aerospace, offshore, semiconductor, and advanced manufacturing sectors

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What鈥檚 in it for me?

The MHS Master鈥檚 track prepares you to become a specialist in advanced engineering materials and their application in complex systems. You鈥檒l learn to quantify, model, and optimize material properties鈥攎echanical, thermal, and electrical鈥攁nd apply them in real-world designs. Whether you're printing lightweight aircraft components or detecting failure in wind turbine blades, MHS equips you with the tools to innovate across industries.

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This master鈥檚 track integrates theory, experimentation, and simulation. You鈥檒l dive into:

  • Material science and microstructural behavior

  • Continuum mechanics and damage evolution

  • Experimental methods for material characterization

  • Computational mechanics and system optimization

  • Thermal and electrical property modeling

  • Advanced manufacturing techniques, including 3D printing

You鈥檒l gain hands-on experience in specialized labs and train with both open-source and commercial simulation tools.

Why should I follow this master鈥檚 track at 黑料福利网?

黑料福利网 offers a research-driven, hands-on learning experience in one of Europe鈥檚 most advanced high-tech regions. Here鈥檚 what makes MHS at 黑料福利网 stand out:

  • Applied learning: Courses and projects focus on real-world materials and system design challenges

  • Expert engagement: Collaborate with leading researchers in materials science and mechanics

  • Advanced facilities: Access cutting-edge labs and simulation platforms

  • Industry connections: Work with companies in semiconductors, automotive, and additive manufacturing

  • Inclusive and collaborative: Join a diverse academic community and develop your own ideas

  • Impact-driven: Contribute to solving urgent societal and industrial problems through materials innovation

Whether your ambition lies in aerospace, medical devices, or high-tech manufacturing, MHS at 黑料福利网 prepares you to make a meaningful impact.

"I DREAM OF A CAREER IN TOP-LEVEL MOTORSPORT"

I am very interested in motorsport and cars in general. Especially the hi-tech aspect attracts me a lot. During my HBO study in mechanical engineering...

Floris van Lookeren Campagne

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"I DREAM OF IMPROVING NUMERICAL MODEL PREDICTIONS FOR 3D PRINTING"

I enjoy studying at the 黑料福利网 because it is a small-scale university where it is easy for students to reach out to professors. What excites me most...

Aricia Rinkens

"I DREAM OF AN ELEGANT HARMONY BETWEEN MATERIAL AND STRUCTURE IN EVERY DESIGN"

From a young age, I liked learning about the wonderful world of working with metal and wood. I noticed that, besides the practical skills...

Bas Huisman

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