The Hanze Institute of Technology (HIT) is part of the Hanze University Groningen, in the Netherlands. The HIT is based in Assen where it offers a Bachelor Programme in Advanced Sensor Applications (ASA). It started in September 2008 as a European pioneer in the field of sensor technology education, and is working closely together with partners such as Astron, Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij (NAM)/Shell and Sun Microsystems. The Hanze Institute of Technology (HIT) aims to be Europe's most advanced, international engineering school, specialising in the field of sensor technology. HIT seeks to identify and reward talent, excellence and innovation. The education offered is based around the theme sensor technology, which includes aspects of engineering from all disciplines. HIT focuses on talented, high achieving students who possess SEnSE; Science interest, Entrepreneurial style, Solid determination and Excellence. Students will benefit from the involvement of industry experts as well as the social relevance and depth of the programme. The Bachelor Advanced Sensor Applications (ASA) is a four year programme, specialising in intelligent sensor innovation.