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    Mechanical Engineering

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    Leuven, BEMScIn-person2 years
    €18,988.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits
    €90.00
    App fee

    Mechanical Engineering at KU Leuven is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Leuven, BE. Tuition is €18,988.

    About the program

    Integrates disciplines of technology including core courses, modules in areas like manufacturing, mechatronics, thermotechnical sciences, aero/space, or vehicle technology, elective courses, and a master's thesis.

    Focus: both
    34 (QS World University Rankings by Subject)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Mar 1, 2027
    Fall 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min No fixed requirements (score thresholds) will be imposed
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT: minimum required overall score is 94 (with no subscore below 22) [pre-2026]; for tests on/after 21 January 2026, minimum required overall score is 5 (with no subscore below 4.5)
    IELTS
    required
    Min the minimum score required for IELTS is 7 (with no subscore under 6.5).

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months (Orientation Year)

    €14,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Mechanical Engineering at KU Leuven cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mechanical Engineering at KU Leuven is €18,988 across 120 required credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering at KU Leuven online or in-person?
    Mechanical Engineering at KU Leuven is offered in-person.
    How long does Mechanical Engineering at KU Leuven take to complete?
    Mechanical Engineering at KU Leuven is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Mechanical Engineering at KU Leuven?
    Post-completion work rights for Mechanical Engineering at KU Leuven: 12 months (Orientation Year)