TU Eindhoven launches pioneering master's specialisation in Optics and Photonics together with partners

The master specialisation will provide a talent pool for the optics and photonics industry. This industry contributes significantly to the Dutch economy and is experiencing strong annual growth. By integrating academic expertise with industry needs, the programme promises to produce highly skilled professionals ready to drive innovation and growth in the field. The three technical universities in the Netherlands offer the new specialisation in optics and photonics within the existing master's programmes in Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering. The initiative is organised by the 4TU.Federation. 

Because the universities offer its own specialised courses in optics and photonics, and facilitate inter-university activities and training, students have the flexibility to take the courses on different university campuses. A range of scientific and social activities are offered, as well as first-hand practical experience.

Master students who qualify for the specialisation can expect challenge-based projects, as well as internships at leading companies and innovative startups, including ASML, Signify, SMART Photonics and LioniX International. They will also collaborate with renowned research institutes such as SRON and Imec.

Growing demand in the Brainport region

Andrea Fiore, professor at Eindhoven University of Technology and also a driving force behind the initiative, emphasized the importance of the MPOP initiative in addressing the growing demand for talent in the optics and photonics industry, especially in the Brainport region. According to Fiore, the program will not only provide students with an in-depth specialization but also facilitate their integration into the local and national industry ecosystem.

Fiore: “The MasterPlus initiative addresses exactly these goals. It provides a profound expertise in optics and photonics and brings the students in contact with the local ecosystem through industrial internships and other dedicated trainings. It is not a new Master program, but rather a Master with a "Plus", which enhances students' career opportunities and contributes to the strategic goals of our region.”