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Masters in Mechanical Engineering in the Netherlands
A Mechanical Engineering master's builds advanced skills in design, thermal-fluids, manufacturing, robotics and simulation. Here is how studying it in the Netherlands works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- 3 universities compared
- From ₹52 lakh – ₹60 lakh
- Intakes: September (main)
- Post-study work
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Masters in Mechanical Engineering in the Netherlands: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Mechanical Engineering in the Netherlands usually takes 1–2 years. On our list, 3 universities offer it, with total costs from ₹52 lakh – ₹60 lakh (Twente) to ₹59 lakh – ₹65 lakh (TU Eindhoven). After graduating: orientation year: up to 12 months to find work after graduation.
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Masters in Mechanical Engineering in the Netherlands at a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ €8,000 – €20,000 per year (bachelor's); ≈ €12,000 – €25,000 (master's)
- Living costs
- ≈ €1,000 – €1,500 per month (Amsterdam and Utrecht are costliest)
- Typical budget
- ₹15–30 lakh per year
- Intakes
- September (main), February (selected programs)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
- Post-study work
- Orientation year: up to 12 months to find work after graduation
Overview
Why study Mechanical Engineering in the Netherlands?
A Mechanical Engineering master's builds advanced skills in design, thermal-fluids, manufacturing, robotics and simulation.
Netherlands offers one of continental Europe's largest choices of English-taught degrees, strong engineering, data, logistics and business programs and a 12-month orientation year for job hunting after graduation.
Universities
Universities for Mechanical Engineering in the Netherlands
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Specialisations
Popular Mechanical Engineering specialisations
Automotive Engineering
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in the Netherlands.
Thermal & Energy Systems
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in the Netherlands.
Advanced Manufacturing
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in the Netherlands.
Computational Mechanics
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in the Netherlands.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
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- Prerequisite: Engineering mathematics
- Prerequisite: Thermodynamics and mechanics
- Prerequisite: CAD / simulation tools
- English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
Careers
Careers after Mechanical Engineering in the Netherlands
FAQs
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Netherlands offers one of continental Europe's largest choices of English-taught degrees. Typical roles afterwards include Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer and Simulation (CAE) Engineer.
On our list: Twente, TU Delft and TU Eindhoven.
From ₹52 lakh – ₹60 lakh at Twente up to ₹59 lakh – ₹65 lakh, including living and one-time costs.
Most universities accept b.Tech/BE in Mechanical, Production, Automobile or Aerospace, with engineering mathematics, thermodynamics and mechanics and CAD / simulation tools, plus IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university.
Orientation year: up to 12 months to find work after graduation. During your studies: up to 16 hours a week during term (employer arranges a work permit) or full-time in June–August.
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