Electives as External Learning Activity

Electives as ELA

The requirements of the elective space will be communicated in April 2024. 

As one of the options in the first phase of your third year you can choose five TU/e electives as part of your program. You can choose electives which will support you in expanding your knowledge in specific expertise areas and improve your competency development including your professional identity and vision.  

General information on your options in the third year and other relevant information such as how to register in Osiris and the Formal Approval can be found here.  

Your complete elective package in the entire program consists of 50 ECTS, 25 ECTS of these are done as part of the external learning activity. You can choose electives from both inside the ID department and from other departments at the TU/e.  

As with all activities in the first phase of the third year, you need to discuss your plans with your teacher coach, and ask for his/her formal approval. If you have any specific questions please contact your Academic advisor, see Contact page.  

For dates and deadlines regarding enrolment for electives at the Department of Industrial Design, please visit the Forms and Files page.