Logistics Engineering
It sounds simple, but the process behind it is anything but. How can your new sneakers arrive the next day, even if they’re shipped from the other side of the world? Every day, major companies like DHL and Amazon face the challenge of delivering products on time. This requires smart logistics and effective management. With innovations such as self-driving trucks, delivery drones, and warehouse robots, the logistics sector is constantly evolving, and so is the way these processes are managed.
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About the programme
Whether you're working with products, events, information, or people: logistics plays a vital role. This four-year degree programme gives you the skills to analyse, improve, plan, and (re)design logistics processes in all kinds of organisations. What you learn in class is immediately put into practice through hands-on projects and internships. This practical approach ensures you are fully prepared for the challenges of the professional world.
Why study Logistics Engineering at HZ?
Small classes, lots of attention
Learn in a supportive environment where small class sizes mean more interaction, personal guidance, and closer contact with lecturers and fellow students.
Gain practical experience
You gain practical experience through internships, guest lectures, and company visits. These opportunities help you connect theory with real-world logistics challenges and prepare you for a successful career.
Strategic coastal location
Located in Zeeland, an innovative and internationally oriented region, HZ offers access to companies in logistics, water management, and sustainable business, ideal for building a global network early in your studies.
Customize your studies with a minor, internship and study track
At HZ, you have plenty of opportunities to tailor your Chemistry degree to your interests. You can choose a minor that aligns with your specialisation or explore a different area within the field, either in the Netherlands or abroad. You will also complete an internship, either in the Netherlands or abroad, with an organisation in your field. You are free to choose where you want to do this.
‘During high school, I discovered my passion for planning and optimising, especially when combined with my love for math—so logistics felt like the perfect fit. I chose HZ because I heard of its supportive and approachable teachers, and that’s exactly what I’ve experienced these years a student. They genuinely want their students to succeed. Living abroad has helped me grow personally, especially in time management and networking. I’ve also worked on many interesting projects, including field trips to logistics hubs. My favourite was managing a virtual logistics company—it was fun, challenging, and gave me a real feel for how the industry works. ’ Dzonatans from Latvia
Logistics Engineering in short
Study at HZ
You will be introduced to the basics of logistics, gaining insight into the sector and your future career opportunities. Key topics include international logistics, financial management, and event logistics.
Study at HZ and 1 day internship per week
You will do an internship or follow a minor in the Netherlands or abroad. With a minor, you will deepen or broaden your knowledge and skills. You can follow a minor at HZ or at another University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands or abroad. Here you can find all minors that HZ has to offer.
Minor and internship in the Netherlands or abroad
This year you choose your minor. A minor will enable you to deepen or broaden your knowledge and skills. During the other semester, you gain work experience with your internship. You can choose whether you stay in the Netherlands or go abroad.
1st semester at HZ, 2nd semester internship in the Netherlands or abroad
You deepen your knowledge by choosing a study track within the degree programme. You also complete an internship at a company where you conduct your graduation research. This research involves analysing a real-world logistics problem and developing the best possible solution. Examples of research topics include improving cargo ship storage, reducing waiting times in healthcare, or creating benchmarks for different ports.
Logistics Engineering is a top-rated programme
Logistics Engineering is a top-rated programme in the Netherlands, according to the Keuzegids 2025.
"I chose Vlissingen because I got a lot of recommendations from other Omani students here and I also heard that HZ offers one of the best Logistics courses. It’s in the top 3 study programme for international students. This is why I’m in Vlissingen and it’s a really beautiful town to study here."
Entry requirements
There are three 3 different requirements for your admission: 1. General requirements: Diploma Equal to Dutch HAVO, determined by Nuffic (Organisation for International Education in the Netherlands.) To see if you would be admissible, check the list of foreign diplomas on our website: www.hz.nl/requirements. 2. Specific study programme requirements Depending on your chosen programme, you may need to meet additional requirements. Check www.hz.nl/requirements for additional requirements. 3. Language requirements As an international student you might need to submit an official English language certificate, proving you have a sufficient command of written and spoken English. Your level of English needs to have an equivalent of the IELTS score of 6.0. For exemptions to this language requirement, see www.hz.nl/requirements.
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