University of Twente
The University of Twente is a dynamic, entrepreneurial university. Our research is accommodated within four research institutes for nanotechnology, information technology, biomedical technology and technical medicine, sustainable energy and smart devices, governance, behavioural sciences and geo-information science/earth observation. The research institutes combine scientific excellence with a sharp eye for knowledge valorization and social applications and are highly successful in generating spin-off businesses. The university offers PhD programmes, post-academic programmes and a range of 21 Bachelor’s and 30 Master’s degree programmes in the field of technology and behavioural and social sciences. A multidisciplinary approach and project oriented education are characteristic for our educational activities.
The University of Twente (UT) is unique in its capacity to break down and cross over the boundaries between disciplines. Our unique combination of engineering, natural, behavioral and social sciences has given the UT a distinct and valued position among the Dutch universities and international. By combining high tech with a human touch, we contribute to scientific innovations, educate people that can make a difference, and offer solutions to problems present in the world around us. We are ?the entrepreneurial university?; we encourage our students and researchers to actively search for ways to apply their knowledge and skills. We are renowned for the help we provide to industry and commerce through our engineering approach and the creation of new innovative businesses. We Copperate closely with (regional, national and international) education and research institutes, and public and private organizations supporting our strategic goals. Our research institutes maintain relationships with many other leading institutes. The University of Twente provides academic study programmes that result in undergraduate (BSc), graduate (MSc) and PhD degrees. All educational programmes stimulate entrepreneurial attitudes and emphasize designing solutions for complex issues. Undergraduate programmes are broad, basic, multidisciplinary, academic programmes, and include a minor, which can be used for an international internship or a study period abroad. Talented students are invited to excel through participation in challenging honours programmes or the University College ATLAS. Most PhD researchers in The Netherlands are paid employees, often working directly for the university. Some PhD researchers come to the Netherlands with an international scholarship.
Foundation year: 1961
Short name: UT
Type: Public
Students: 7150
Faculty: 530
Faculty/Students Ratio: 13:1
Region: Europe
Location: Enschede
