Interested in our education?

We offer three master programmes and two bachelor programmes. All designed to shape the next generation of engineers. Our programmes include:

• Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research
• Master of Science in Machine and Production Automation Engineering Technology
• Master of Science in Industrial Design Engineering Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Machine and Production Automation Engineering Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design Engineering Technology

Interested in our research?

At Ghent University, we foster and cultivate a dynamic environment of researchers, educators, and innovators. Our diverse campuses and specialised centres provide a collaborative environment where academic expertise meets industry impact.

• Ghent University Campus Ardoyen Tech Lane Ghent Science Park
• Ghent University Campus Kortrijk and Design.Nexus
• FlandersMake@UGent
• imec-MICT
• De Krook

Interested in our services?

A university has a responsibility to drive societal and economic prosperity both locally and beyond. That’s why our department leverages its knowledge and expertise to support a broad range of stakeholders. We collaborate closely with companies and authorities to bridge the gap between academic insights and developments, and real-world applications, ensuring impactful innovation and practical implementation. We thereto provide a comprehensive range of applied research services, covering everything from fundamental explorations to industry-driven solutions:

• Contract research
  • Feasibility studies
  • Process optimization and automation
  • Digital twin development
  • Stochastic optimization and decision support models
  • Discrete event simulation for manufacturing systems
  • Supply chain and logistics simulation
  • Energy and sustainability modelling
  • Demand forecasting and inventory optimization
  • Process mining and data-driven decision support
  • Benchmarking of new processes and technologies
  • Productivity and lean manufacturing assessments
• Assistance in submitting project proposals for government funding
  • Flanders Make
  • Vlaio
  • FWO
  • Horizon Europe
  • ...
• In-company training
  • Workshops on advanced manufacturing techniques
  • Hands-on training in simulation and optimization tools
  • AI and data analytics upskilling for engineers
  • Executive education on Industry 4.0 and digital transformation