Admission and Finances
Get answers to important questions about Embedded Systems. About admission requirements, tuition fees and scholarships. Ready to enroll? We explain how to enroll in 6 simple steps.

Changes to the Embedded Systems track
From September 2023, the Embedded Systems track will merge with the Control Systems track under the name Cyber-Physical Systems. Did you apply for Embedded Systems in 2023-2024? Read more info on the Cyber-Physical Systems page.
Are you currently in the Embedded Systems track? You can still get all the information related to your studies on this page.
Admission criteria
Want to enroll in the master track in Embedded Systems at HAN? There are 2 important admission requirements. Your prior education and your English fluency. We also consider whether the program is a good match for you. So we also look at your CV and motivation letter.
Apply in 7 steps
Are you ready to apply for the Master in Engineering Systems? Here we guide you through the 7 steps of the application process.
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fee depends on your nationality. And whether you already earned a master degree in the Netherlands. Nationalities within the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) generally pay a lower tuition fee. The table below shows this as EU/EEA. This includes all EU countries plus Norway, Lichtenstein, Iceland and Switzerland. Students from Suriname also pay this lower fee.
Tuition fees for Engineering Systems (all tracks) |
2022-2023 |
EU/EEA, Swiss or Surinamese nationality |
€ 2,209 |
Non-EU/EEA nationality |
€ 8,965 |
Already earned master degree from Dutch institution |
€ 8,965 |
Financial guarantee (non-EU/EEA)
The cost of living in the Netherlands may be very different from in your home country. That’s why you're required to pay a financial guarantee. This amount covers your tuition fee and your cost of living. Paying this ensures you have sufficient funds to live and study in the Netherlands. The financial guarantee is a requirement of the visa process.
HAN Scholarships
Interested in studying Embedded Systems at HAN? From outside the EU/EEA? HAN offers scholarships to talented master students in collaboration with the Dutch Ministry of Education and Science.

Cost of Living
Planning to study in the Netherlands? As a rule of thumb, you need about €1000 a month as a student in Arnhem or Nijmegen to live comfortably. Want to know more about monthly expenses and how to save money? Read more on our cost of living page. Are you interested in combining study with work? Check out our page about working in the Netherlands.
What | Approx. cost per month |
Renting a furnished room + utilities | €400 to €675 |
Groceries | €220 |
Health insurance | €130 |
Books and study materials | €340 (per year) |
Public transport | €50 to €100 |
Mobile phone | €20 |
A good fit?
Wondering if the Master Embedded Systems is a good fit for you? Visit an Open Day or Open Evening. Not possible? Request a Skype meeting and talk to one of our staff members. We can discuss your background and see whether this program is a good fit for you.

Contact us
Contact us at HAN Technical Masters.
We're happy to help with all your questions!
Practical information
Do you need a visa? How do you arrange student accommodation? And what about insurances and public transport? Get all the practical info here.
