University of Groningen

Artificial Intelligence and Engineering Systems

Why study Artificial Intelligence and Engineering Systems (AI&ES)?

The rapid convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Engineering Systems is reshaping technology and society, driving breakthroughs in high-tech applications and industrial innovation. The two-year Master’s in AI&ES at Eindhoven University of Technology prepares you to harness AI methods together with advanced engineering knowledge, enabling you to design and develop intelligent systems for real-world challenges across multiple domains.

Unique strengths of the programme
  • A highly interdisciplinary curriculum spanning seven TU/e departments, from Mechanical and Electrical Engineering to Biomedical Engineering and Computer Science.
  • A balance of solid AI foundations and strong engineering expertise, equipping graduates with both theoretical depth and applied skills.
  • Close collaboration with leading industries, research institutes and the innovative Brainport ecosystem, ensuring direct societal and technological impact.

Relevance for the semiconductor field

Semiconductor technology is at the heart of smart systems and advanced AI applications. Within AI&ES, tracks such as Smart Manufacturing Systems, High-Tech Systems and Robotics and Science and Discovery directly connect to challenges in chip design, automated inspection, digital twin technologies and next-generation production systems. TU/e’s strategic collaboration with the semiconductor sector provides students with unique opportunities to apply AI in one of the world’s most pivotal industries.

Programme structure

The two-year programme combines advanced coursework with research training and project-based learning. You will specialise in one of six interdisciplinary tracks:

  • High-Tech Systems and Robotics
  • Mobility
  • Healthcare
  • Smart Cities and Energy Systems
  • Science and Discovery
  • Smart Manufacturing Systems

This structure allows you to tailor your expertise while gaining hands-on experience in AI-driven engineering challenges that cut across domains.

Career opportunities

Graduates of AI&ES are in high demand across sectors. Career paths include R&D roles in high-tech companies, AI strategy and systems engineering in industry, research positions in global institutes, and academic careers at leading universities. With its strong combination of interdisciplinary training and industrial collaboration, this Master’s positions you at the forefront of AI and engineering innovation.

“Through my bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and now in the AI and Engineering Systems Master at TU/e, I learned useful hands-on tools that big companies like ASML use. We also learn about the state of the art research and it’s very exciting to see things I study appear in international news.”
Rafael del Rio Alfonso
Master’s student Artificial Intelligence and Engineering Systems at Eindhoven University of Technology

More information

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