Engineering Technician (bol) – bilingual
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What are you becoming?
Get a study voucher of €500
Start your technical training with the right equipment
Are you choosing a future in the high-tech and semiconductor industry? Then you are choosing a field where standards are high. You will work with complex systems, digitalization, and precision software. A professional education includes professional equipment you can rely on.
To support you with this, there is the government initiative study voucherStudents starting a full-time technical program specializing in the semiconductor industry – a program like this one – receive a voucher worth €500. This voucher serves as a contribution towards the purchase costs of a suitable study laptop via selected partner webshops. This ensures that everyone, regardless of background, can start the program with the right professional equipment.
How does it work?
After your final registration for this course, you will receive more information about redeeming the voucher and the required laptop specifications. Therefore, please wait a little longer before purchasing your laptop.
Powered by Talent for Semicon. You can find more information about the program at talentvoorsemicon.nlAnswers to frequently asked questions and the terms and conditions of the scheme can be found at talentvoorsemicon.nl/voucher.
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What does your education look like?
You'll begin your program with a general foundation year. This year introduces you to all areas of engineering. Practical assignments provide ample opportunity to explore and experiment. After the first year, you'll choose the direction that suits you best. In the bilingual program, you can choose to major in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, or industrial product design.
An internship is an important part of your education, which is why you do an internship at a company in all years of study.
Education and Examination Regulations (OER)
The Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a course specify what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this and an overview of the exams that will be taken. Find the OER for your course here.
Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.
Statutory tuition fees
The statutory tuition fee for the 2026-2027 school year is €1.511. Check DUO.nl for possible student financing.
Other costs
Books, software licenses and work material package
An overview of the total costs for the coming school year is centrally located on mbowebshop.nl, no later than July 1st of each year. To give you an idea, see the costs for the current school year. Summa determines the specifics, but you can choose where you purchase your teaching materials.
Laptop
The program requires students to have a laptop. Make sure your laptop has the correct specifications, which you can find in this overview.
Additional activities and facilities
In addition to the costs of equipment and materials, additional activities and facilities can be offered, such as company visits and excursions at home and abroad. These activities and facilities offer added value, but are voluntary and not required for attending the program and obtaining a diploma. These additional activities and facilities will be announced on this page as soon as possible. The estimated cost for the first year is €500.
Elective courses
You'll take courses that prepare you for the profession, as well as standard courses like Dutch and math. You'll also take three electives to broaden or deepen your knowledge and prepare for a higher level. Examples of possible electives include Robotics, Industrial Design, Digital Technologies, and Production Preparation. During your studies, you'll receive more information about the electives you can take. Each elective concludes with an exam. Read more about elective courses.
Study in figures
Study in figures provides clear information about this program and its job prospects. Want to learn more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.
What prior education do you need?
For the vocational training (level 3) and middle management training (level 4) you must meet one of the following conditions:
- You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, a theoretical pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, or a mixed pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track.
- You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
- You have a basic vocational training diploma (level 2) or a diploma from another vocational training course (level 3).
- You have proof that you successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). Or you have another diploma or certificate recognized by the government.
Additionally
Mathematics and physics are highly recommended. A good command of English is desirable for this program.
You will be invited for a personal interview or introductory meeting where you will get to know the school and we will see if this course is a good fit for you.
Can I contact a teacher or student?
Teachers and students know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions to our teachers and/or students using the contact information below:
WhatsApp
Trainers Kellie van de Kerkhof
E-mail
Team Leader Bart van Eemeren
Instagram
DM to @summaengineering
It is also possible to attend a walk-along day, tour, or open house. You can find all activities in our calendar.
What are you becoming?
Get a study voucher of €500
Start your technical training with the right equipment
Are you choosing a future in the high-tech and semiconductor industry? Then you are choosing a field where standards are high. You will work with complex systems, digitalization, and precision software. A professional education includes professional equipment you can rely on.
To support you with this, there is the government initiative study voucherStudents starting a full-time technical program specializing in the semiconductor industry – a program like this one – receive a voucher worth €500. This voucher serves as a contribution towards the purchase costs of a suitable study laptop via selected partner webshops. This ensures that everyone, regardless of background, can start the program with the right professional equipment.
How does it work?
After your final registration for this course, you will receive more information about redeeming the voucher and the required laptop specifications. Therefore, please wait a little longer before purchasing your laptop.
Powered by Talent for Semicon. You can find more information about the program at talentvoorsemicon.nlAnswers to frequently asked questions and the terms and conditions of the scheme can be found at talentvoorsemicon.nl/voucher.
This is one of your teachers
What does your education look like?
You'll begin your program with a general foundation year. This year introduces you to all areas of engineering. Practical assignments provide ample opportunity to explore and experiment. After the first year, you'll choose the direction that suits you best. In the bilingual program, you can choose to major in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, or industrial product design.
An internship is an important part of your education, which is why you do an internship at a company in all years of study.
Education and Examination Regulations (OER)
The Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a course specify what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this and an overview of the exams that will be taken. Find the OER for your course here.
Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.
Statutory tuition fees
The statutory tuition fee for the 2026-2027 school year is €1.511. Check DUO.nl for possible student financing.
Other costs
Books, software licenses and work material package
An overview of the total costs for the coming school year is centrally located on mbowebshop.nl, no later than July 1st of each year. To give you an idea, see the costs for the current school year. Summa determines the specifics, but you can choose where you purchase your teaching materials.
Laptop
The program requires students to have a laptop. Make sure your laptop has the correct specifications, which you can find in this overview.
Additional activities and facilities
In addition to the costs of equipment and materials, additional activities and facilities can be offered, such as company visits and excursions at home and abroad. These activities and facilities offer added value, but are voluntary and not required for attending the program and obtaining a diploma. These additional activities and facilities will be announced on this page as soon as possible. The estimated cost for the first year is €500.
Elective courses
You'll take courses that prepare you for the profession, as well as standard courses like Dutch and math. You'll also take three electives to broaden or deepen your knowledge and prepare for a higher level. Examples of possible electives include Robotics, Industrial Design, Digital Technologies, and Production Preparation. During your studies, you'll receive more information about the electives you can take. Each elective concludes with an exam. Read more about elective courses.
Study in figures
Study in figures provides clear information about this program and its job prospects. Want to learn more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.
What prior education do you need?
For the vocational training (level 3) and middle management training (level 4) you must meet one of the following conditions:
- You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, a theoretical pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, or a mixed pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track.
- You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
- You have a basic vocational training diploma (level 2) or a diploma from another vocational training course (level 3).
- You have proof that you successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). Or you have another diploma or certificate recognized by the government.
Additionally
Mathematics and physics are highly recommended. A good command of English is desirable for this program.
You will be invited for a personal interview or introductory meeting where you will get to know the school and we will see if this course is a good fit for you.
Can I contact a teacher or student?
Teachers and students know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions to our teachers and/or students using the contact information below:
WhatsApp
Trainers Kellie van de Kerkhof
E-mail
Team Leader Bart van Eemeren
Instagram
DM to @summaengineering
It is also possible to attend a walk-along day, tour, or open house. You can find all activities in our calendar.
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