Location:

Leuven, Belgium

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Term:

Academic Year

Program Overview

Program Description:

This programme is a comprehensive course of study providing graduate students with the foundational knowledge needed to pioneer the next generation of networked integrated systems. Students from around the world This programme is a comprehensive course of study providing graduate students with the foundational knowledge needed to pioneer the next generation of networked integrated systems. Students from around the world are drawn to the programme's excellent faculty, comprehensive curriculum, stimulating learning environment and state-of-the-art research facilities. In the option 'Electronics and Integrated Circuits', you will learn how to design and create electronic and integrated circuits for a wide range of electronic systems in telecommunications, audio- and sensor applications, biomedical systems and power electronics. In the option 'Embedded Systems and Multimedia', focus is placed on the design of novel applications. This encompasses the processing, transmission and security aspects of digital signals (with emphasis on multimedia) and their implementation in embedded systems. This is an initial Master's programme and can be followed on a full-time or part-time basis. 120 ECTS

At the end of the programme, the Master of Science in Electrical Engineering has acquired a general knowledge that enables him to participate in state-of-the-art design and production activities of electrotechnical hardware and software. The student will possess a general active knowledge in the field of all basic aspects and methods of electronic information processing and in the specialised fields of integrated electronics, multimedia and signal processing, and telecommunications. He/she will be able to apply that knowledge in a creative manner, to broaden it, and to formalise it for efficient reuse. The student will be able to have the skills and techniques for "lifelong learning" in his/her field of study.

Situated in the heart of Western Europe, KU Leuven has been a centre of learning for nearly six centuries. Today, it is Belgium's largest and highest-ranked university and, founded in 1425, is one of the oldest and most renowned universities in Europe. The university caters to more than 40,000 students, of which 15.5% are international students from more than 140 countries. The university is located in Flanders, the Dutch-speaking part of Belgium. Leuven is a modern, bustling and safe student city with a long and rich history. Cultural and recreational opportunities abound. KU Leuven's central location offers a truly international experience. Major European capitals such as Brussels, Paris, London and Amsterdam are only a (very) short train journey away.

Setting Description:

Situated in the heart of Western Europe, KU Leuven (University of Leuven) has been a centre of learning for nearly six centuries. Today, it is Belgium's largest and highest-ranked university and, founded in 1425, one of the oldest and most renowned universities in Europe. As a leading European research university and co-founder of the League of European Research Universities (LERU), KU Leuven offers a wide variety of programmes in English, all supported by high-quality, innovative, interdisciplinary research. KU Leuven is home to a vibrant community of international scholars spread out over its various campuses. 14% of the university’s 54,000 students are international representing 140 countries. KU Leuven's three doctoral schools provide internationally oriented PhD tracks for more than 4,000 doctoral students. Boasting an outstanding central location, KU Leuven offers a truly international experience, high-quality education, world-class research and cutting-edge innovation.

Cost:

6000 EUR (An increased fee is not applicable for students who come from countries belonging to the European Economic Area (EEA))