The pre-master’s program has to be completed within the first year (max. two semesters), otherwise the student is not allowed to continue in the master's program. Furthermore, the student is not allowed in the pre-master’s program for a period of three years. This study progress requirement does not apply to students who have submitted a request to ESA to withdraw before December 1st and who have not re-registered for another pre-master’s program at TU/e.