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Embedded Systems – (M.Sc.)
Delft University of Technology
Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
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| Application Deadline: | April 1 (EU and Non EU) | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,771 ≈ € 12,650 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Delft / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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Embedded systems are hardware/software combinations whose purpose is to control a device, a process, or a larger system. Specific examples of embedded systems include: those controlling the ABS of a car or the operation of its engine; the automatic pilot of an aircraft; the chip set and software within a set-top box for digital TV; and control systems embedded in a nuclear reactor. The importance of embedded systems is growing continuously. In 2003 there were 8 billion embedded programmable components worldwide. Conservative estimates foresee a doubling of this figure by 2010 or 3 embedded devices for every person on earth.
As systems become ever more intelligent and distributed, they also become more complex and interdependent. Security, dependability and interoperability requirements continue to grow. Timely and cost-effective system design, development, and inter-working all have become major challenges. These challenges can only be addressed effectively through a new generation of students educated in Embedded Systems design.
The Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, and Computer Science offers a 2-year MSc programme in embedded system design. This multidisciplinary programme has an increasing inclination towards embedded software and systems dependability. As more and more functionality is moved from hardware to software, embedded software engineering cost is becoming a bottleneck.
After completing the master degree program in Embedded Systems, graduates are acquainted with the whole trajectory of embedded systems design and know all the major fundamental concepts involved. They know the life span of embedded systems and the role of architectures in the field of embedded systems. They are capable of determining and formulating system requirements and can reliably transform them into a realization, ranging from distributed computer systems and reconfigurable hardware to direct silicon realizations. Finally, they know how to test and optimize an embedded system.
The master's degree programme in Embedded Systems is a joint programme of the 3TU federation; a federation of the three technical universities in the Netherlands.
The MSc programme in Embedded Systems is related to the programmes in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and in particular Computer Engineering, which are also offered by the faculty of EEMCS. The Computer Engineering programme has a focus towards (field) programmable hardware (such as microcontrollers and FPGAs), while the Embedded Systems programme has an inclination towards embedded software and system dependability.
Contents
The MSc programme in Embedded Systems takes two years (120 EC) and is taught in English.
The programme consists of:
- A homologation part worth at most 18 EC. If no or partial homologation is needed the remaining EC are added tot the electives part
- A compulsory part worth 28 EC
- An electives part worth at least 34 EC and no more than 42 EC including an optional internship of maximal 20 EC. Courses are to be selected out of a given list of electives
- A Master thesis worth 40 EC, consisting of a research project worth 10 EC (IN4610) and a final project worth 30 EC (IN4600)
Homologation subjects (max 10 EC)
In the homologation phase students have mandatory subjects depending on the BSc degree of the student.
Mandatory subjects (30 EC)
- Embedded Computer Architecture (6)
- Performance Analysis (4)
- Real-time Systems (6)
- Embedded Real-Time Systems (6)
- System Validation (4)
- Software Testing and Quality (4)
Electives (20-40 EC)
Elective Traineeship (max 20 EC)
The traineeship is preferably carried out with an (inter)national company or institute. The departments mediate in finding suitable places that satisfy the requirements with respect to scientific and engineering level. Optionally, the internship can be replaced by an equivalent of elective courses (20 EC)
Master thesis (40 EC)
The final project is a research-oriented individual education project that must provide proof of an engineering and scientific attitude. It is carried out as part of one of the research projects of the groups participating in the master degree program in Embedded Systems, and may involve third parties like industry or research institutions. Before the student can start the thesis project an individual project (10 EC) has to be finished. This project is tailor-made and is a preparation for the final project. It consists of elements such as literature surveys, preparatory research/studies, or additional, specialized courses.
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Requirements
When you have a BSc degree in Electrical Engineering or in Computer Science
A BSc in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering in from TU Delft gives automatic entrance to the programme, as do the corresponding degree from other universities in the Netherlands, Imperial College London, ETH Zürich, RWTH Aachen and Paris Tech.
When you have a Dutch HBO diploma
In general, holders of a Dutch Higher Technical Education (HBO) diploma in "Technische Informatica", "Elektrotechniek", or equivalent will have to complete a special HBO bridging programme before they can be admitted
When you have a foreign BSc degree
To be eligible for admission, you must have a BSc degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or equivalent.
Students who hold a BSc degree in a related field may apply but may be required to follow a specific programme to make up for any deficiencies.
General requirements
1)
A. A good university BSc degree with good grades on the key courses in a main subject closely related to the MSc programme to which you are applying.
Exceptions: Management of Technology, Engineering and Policy Analysis and Science Education & Communication, to which all students holding a technology or science degree may be admitted.
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B. A proof that you have nearly completed a BSc programme whose main subject is closely related to the MSc programme to which you are applying.
2)
A BSc Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 75% of the scale maximum, or, when included, the specific requirements defined for the country in which you obtained (or are in the process of obtaining) your Bachelor’s degree
3)
Proof of English language proficiency (certificates older than two years are not accepted):
- A TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of at least 90 (internet-based test). Please note that we only accept the TOEFL internet-based test.
- or IELTS (academic version) overall Band score of at least 6.5.
- or proof that you have passed the University of Cambridge 'Certificate of Proficiency in English' or the University of Cambridge 'Certificate in Advanced English'
As the whole process of collecting information, registering for the tests and receiving the test results may take several months, we advise you to register for the IELTS or TOEFL several months before starting your application.
It is allowed to send us a copy of your test results, please check the application documents for detailed information.
- For EU/EFTA nationals, the English language certificate may be submitted until 1 July provided that all other required hard copy documents are received before the application deadline of 1 April.
- Nationals of the People’s Republic of China only: A Nuffic certificate as proof of your English language proficiency. In order to obtain the Nuffic certificate you will need to take the IELTS or TOEFL internet-based test.
- Only nationals from the USA, U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and Canada are exempt from the proof of English language proficiency requirement.
4)
A clear and relevant essay in English (2,000 - 3,000 words) addressing the following:
- Your motivation for taking the MSc programme of your choice.
- Why you wish to pursue this programme abroad and/or in the Netherlands in particular.
- Why you are interested in TU Delft.
- If there are optional specialisations in the Master’s programme of your choice: which specialisation(s) interest you most, and why?
- Examples of three Master’s thesis topics that interest you and with an explanation of your particular interest.
- A brief summary (maximum 250 words) of the thesis work or the final assignment done for your Bachelor’s programme, including information on the credits earned, grade, and full workload.
5)
Two reference letters in English, French, German or Dutch:
- one from from a professor or an assistant professor from the faculty from which you graduated.
- one from your employer, if you already have work experience.
If you have not yet graduated, please provide two letters from professors or assistant professors from the faculty at which you are studying.
6)
An extensive résumé (curriculum vitae) written in English.
7)
Proof of identity
8)
Please note:
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Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 90 |
Accreditation
NVAO independently assesses the quality of higher education in Flanders and the Netherlands. All of TU Delft’s educational programmes are accredited by NVAO and therefore meet the European quality standards. Alongside the national accreditation system, many of TU Delft’s education programmes are recognized as substantially equivalent to the best programmes in the USA by the American Board of Engineering & Technology (ABET).
Funding details
TU Delft offers an array of scholarships, ranging from (partial) tuition waivers to full scholarships covering tuition and living expenses. Some MSc programme-specific scholarships may only be announced on their respective websites.
TU Delft Excellences Scholarships are awarded to admitted students with exceptional promise and outstanding academic achievement. There is typically no separate application procedure. Selected scholarship recipients will be notified directly by the university.
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