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    Electromechanical Engineering: Control Engineering and Automation

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    Ghent, BEMScIn-person2 years
    €14,158.80
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits

    Electromechanical Engineering: Control Engineering and Automation at Ghent University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Ghent, BE. Tuition is €14,159.

    About the program

    The program covers development, design, manufacturing, testing, and control of electrical and mechanical systems, with a main subject in control engineering and automation applied to mechanical and electrical systems and processes. It includes general courses, main subject modules, electives, and a master's dissertation.

    Focus: both
    Times Higher Ed Engineering 2026: 101-125; Shanghai ARWU 2025: 91 (overall); QS 2026: 162 (overall)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min mandatory to submit the result of the Quantitative Reasoning component of the General Test. Indicative: GRE score of 163 or above (positive), 158-162 (acceptable), 157 or below (insufficient)
    Q 158
    TOEFL
    optional
    Min English: CEFR level B2
    IELTS
    optional
    Min English: CEFR level B2

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months orientation year (Belgium)

    €18,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Electromechanical Engineering: Control Engineering and Automation at Ghent University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Electromechanical Engineering: Control Engineering and Automation at Ghent University is €14,159 across 120 required credits.
    Is Electromechanical Engineering: Control Engineering and Automation at Ghent University online or in-person?
    Electromechanical Engineering: Control Engineering and Automation at Ghent University is offered in-person.
    How long does Electromechanical Engineering: Control Engineering and Automation at Ghent University take to complete?
    Electromechanical Engineering: Control Engineering and Automation at Ghent University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Electromechanical Engineering: Control Engineering and Automation at Ghent University?
    Post-completion work rights for Electromechanical Engineering: Control Engineering and Automation at Ghent University: 12 months orientation year (Belgium)