Automotive Specialization Semester
Want to take your automotive knowhow to the next level? Specialize in a specific field! This is where your journey starts. You learn various disciplines within your chosen field. Expand on it. And put it all together in your final project: a product research report and presentation.
The program in a nutshell
Your studies take place Monday through Friday. You work with classmates and industry professionals on your choice of 2 specializations. Expert lecturers teach you the ins and outs of your specializations. And the industry. They prepare you for a challenging career.
You work on a project management project. You define the scope. Plan the requirements. Use the technical skills needed. And write a research report based on multiple sources. At the end of the semester, you present your project and report to your classmates and (guest) lecturers. Your chance to get noticed!
Program details
Learning outcomes
Your learning outcomes depend on which specialization you choose. The specializations are:
- Business Management
- Manufacturing
- Powertrain
- Structural Design
- Vehicle Electronics & Control
- Vehicle Technology
Competences
You strengthen these competence areas during the program:
- Intercultural collaboration
- Business management
- Manufacturing
- Measurement, design, modelling
- Algorithm design
- Effective presentation
- Engagement skills
Dutch way of learning
The atmosphere in a Dutch classroom is quite informal and your lecturers are easy to talk to. In fact, at HAN you’re seen as a partner in the learning process. Class sizes are small and your lecturers encourage you to actively participate in class. To ask questions and give your own opinion. They also stimulate you to be creative and to discover things for yourself.
HAN International Intro
Get a good start to your studies during this week of orientation:
- learn about living in the Netherlands
- become familiar with the campus
- get on board with your exchange program
- make new friends!
What about credits and grading?
At HAN we use the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, or ECTS. It’s the standard credit system used in higher education across Europe. How does it work? One credit = 28 hours of study. Think of contact hours. Time spent working on assignments. Preparing for exams.
One semester = 30 credits = 840 hours of study. To earn credits, you need to pass your exams. What counts as a pass? A grade of at least 5.5.
Admission
What are the admission requirements? And how do I apply?
