
Industrial Engineering and Management
Bachelor

How can new technologies help create a more sustainable future? How can we make production processes work faster and smarter? And how do you turn innovative ideas into real solutions for companies? If you are curious about technology, enjoy problem-solving, and want to learn how companies improve their products, processes, and sustainability, the Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering and Management (IEM) at the University of Groningen is the right choice for you.What to expect from the Bachelor’s programme IEM✔ Combine technical subjects such as math, physics, chemistry, and programming with business, management, and logistics.✔ Work on real-life challenges like sustainable production, supply chain optimisation, and renewable energy systems.✔ Prepare for an international career where technology and business meet.In this Bachelor’s programme, you’ll be trained as an engineer with strong analytical, technical, and management skills. You’ll learn how to analyse problems, design solutions, and assess their technical and economic feasibility. From developing new products to improving energy efficiency; you’ll explore how engineering contributes to both business success and sustainable development. With its international perspective, English-taught courses, and diverse student community, this programme prepares you for a career in industries worldwide.Want to learn more?Visit u
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English
Title
Bachelor of Science
Duration
3 years
ECTS credits
ECTS
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a student-centred system based on the student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme of study. Its aim is to facilitate the recognition of study periods undertaken by mobile students through the transfer of credits. The ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits are equivalent to the workload of full-time student during one academic year.
Accreditation
Tuition fee 2025/2026
EU/EEA
The EU/EEA rate is the regular fee for students from within the EU/EEA.
€ 2,601
Non-EU/EEA
The non-EU/EEA rate is the rate for students from outside the EU/EEA.
€ 19,800
Institutional
The institutional rate is for all students who have already obtained a bachelor’s or master’s degree and who want to start a second programme leading to a degree at the same level or at a lower level.
€ 13,500
Admission
Admission URL
Application requirements
You will need to complete a mandatory matching procedure. The admissions procedure is independent of the matching procedure.
Even though only Mathematics is a formal entry requirement, knowledge of Physics is essential in order to be successful in this IEM programme. If you have not taken Physics during your secondary education, we highly recommend you to obtain a certificate in Physics as well. Knowledge in Chemistry is also advised.
Language proficiency certificate for English (except for applicants with a Dutch pre-university education (VWO) as well as the exemptions listed on the language exemptions webpage). More info: https://www.rug.nl/fse/programme/admissions/bsc/language
Check when you can start and what you have to pay!
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€ 2,601 | |
€ 19,800 | |
€ 13,500 |
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€ 2,695 | |
€ 19,800 | |
€ 14,000 |
Start date | App. deadline EU/EEA | App. deadline Non-EU/EEA |
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1 Sep '26 | 1 May '26 | 1 May '26 |
1 Sep '27 | 1 May '27 | 1 May '27 |
Contact
Main addressBroerstraat 5
9712 PC Groningen
050-3638100