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Master Prospectus 2011

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Dear prospective Master’s student,

Life is all about making choices, and the choice you are about to make will influence your future. So how do you know that a Master’s at Delft University of Technology is the right choice? Precisely because of that future. Our research at TU Delft is aimed at finding solutions for the problems facing the world today and tomorrow. We believe that the issues confronting society revolve around health, energy, environment and infrastructure & mobility, so those are the areas we pay extra attention to in our research and other activities. As an MSc student you will be very much part of our scientific community. Therefore, at TU Delft you can help us improve the future.

What we offer you is the chance to study in a challenging environment, with outstanding research facilities and excellent education: the ideal surroundings for you to excel in. An international environment also, in which scientists and students from all over the world work together on research and design projects. We value this international community; that is why all our MSc programmes are exclusively taught in English.

Naturally, we expect something in return: your dedication and commitment to your studies. Our MSc programmes offer you not only a comprehensive theoretical base in your chosen subject, but also a chance to specialise through elective subjects and a specific thesis topic. Should you wish to broaden your horizon, there are many student initiatives you can join, ranging from debating clubs to rocket builders.

Our graduates should be engineers capable of critical thinking and independent problem solving. And maybe your MSc will inspire you to embark on a third-cycle education. A PhD can be a stepping stone towards a scientific career. However, in today’s increasingly complex society the demand for highly educated people is also increasing in many other careers.

But let’s not forget there will be time for relaxation too. The TU Delft campus with its own sports centre and culture centre is the right place for that. And just beyond the campus is the centre of Delft: a beautiful city with an interesting history and, just as importantly, a vibrant cultural and night life. As I live right in the town centre, surrounded by student accommodation, I can guarantee you that student life in Delft is bustling.

In short, scientifically, culturally or socially, Delft will not disappoint you. I hope to welcome you here as an MSc student in the coming years.

Prof. Karel LuybenRector MagnificusDelft University of Technology


Foreword

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Contents

3. TU Delft’s p.16 MSc programmes

Joint and double degree programmes p.20 MSc programme summaries p.23

5. Practical information p.48 for applicants with a Dutch degree

Admission requirements p.48 Application procedure p.49 Money Zone p.49 Starting up – the introduction week p.49

7. Contact information p.60

4. Other postgraduate p.44

opportunities at TU Delft

6. Practical information p.50 for applicants with international degrees

Studying and living in the Netherlands p.50 Activities for international students p.50 Services for MSc students p.52 Supplementary services for non-EU/EFTA nationals p.53 Admission requirements and application procedures p.54 Money Zone p.56 Scholarships & awards for excellent TU Delft admitted students p.56 Scholarships & awards for all excellent students p.57 Scholarship & awards for excellent students fromspecificcountries p.57

1. Why TU Delft p.6Foreword p.3

2. Student life p.12


1. Why TU Delft

A modern university with a rich traditionIn Greek mythology, Prometheus, whose torch forms the TU Delft logo, was a titan who defied Zeus, the supreme god, to steal fire from Olympus and give it to mankind. It was the mythological act that marked the beginning of man’s technological development. In the spirit of Prometheus, TU Delft is an entrepreneurial university at the forefront of technological development. It is constantly challenged to further technological advancement in the interests of society. By means of its fundamental and applied research and educational programmes and its focus on valorisation, TU Delft trains the engineers of tomorrow. Established on 8th January 1842 by King Willem II, TU Delft has a rich tradition spanning over one and a half centuries. While initially focusing on civil engineering the university has gradually added more and more engineering disciplines to the academic programme. Today TU Delft has eight faculties and currently offers fourteen undergraduate and some 40 postgraduate programmes. With approximately 16,000 students and an academic staff of 2,700 (including over 200 professors), TU Delft is the largest and most comprehensive university of engineering sciences in the Netherlands and among the largest and most renowned in the world.

Excellent research and education standardsTU Delft is a state university which conducts cutting-edge research and provides first-class education. To ensure that standards remain consistently high within Dutch universities as a whole, the Dutch government applies a visitation system. All the country’s universities and all university education programmes must comply with this. Alongside this national accreditation system, many of TU Delft’s education programmes are recognised as substantially equivalent to the best programmes in the USA by the American Board of Engineering & Technology (ABET) with very high marks for curriculum and research. In addition, the programmes are also accredited

‘Technological advancement in the interests of society’


The central TU Delft Library is a hub of technical and scientific information in the Netherlands. It is also a magnificent piece of architecture.

Energy, Health, Environment and Infrastructures & MobilityPatient-centred health care, plentiful supplies of affordable green energy, a clean and safe living environment, smooth commutes with no tailbacks, efficient public transportation systems – just a few of the most prominent social policy concerns today. Indeed, health, energy, the environment, and infrastructure and mobility are among today’s major social issues. To provide

and maintain prosperity and welfare, and to expand economic opportunities, it is essential to come up with appropriate solutions in these areas. That is why TU Delft devotes special attention to research and education relating to these four themes, while simultaneously engaging in research and offering educational programmes across a broad spectrum of other topics. The Delft Research Initiatives on Energy, Health, the Environment and Infrastructure & Mobility proactively initiate partnerships with companies, consortia and government agencies in order to

facilitate accelerated development of real-life solutions. Behind each Delft Research Initiative, there is a vibrant community of researchers, students, alumni and external parties who are engaged in academic debate and work together in concrete projects. Current projects include developing more affordable and more efficient solar cells, providing reliable data on climate change, designing a zero-emissions aircraft and developing state of the art technologies for the operating theatre.

More information: www.research.tudelft.nl


to the European Federation of National Engineering Associations, which means that degrees are recognised by all engineering councils in the European Union. TU Delft closely interlinks research and education, having each build solidly on the other. Research is ongoing in the faculties, research institutes and research schools. TU Delft's annual output is about 230 PhD dissertations and some 6,500 publications in numerous scientific journals. Most MSc programmes are research driven and thus challenge the student to dig deep to optimise their individual contributions. This work leads to excellent ties with industry and the creation of numerous technology-based (and often ex-student owned) companies in close proximity to the university.

RankingIn the 2010 QS World University Rankings, TU Delft ranked number 18 among the World’s top 100 Universities of Technology. TU Delft proudly occupies this position in the company of its IDEA League partners and the world’s most renowned institutions.

Outstanding facilitiesThe provision of high quality research and education calls for outstanding facilities.The TU Delft University Library has one of the largest collections of technical and scientific materials in the Netherlands. Much of the collection is in the form of hard copies, but increasingly, e-journals, e-books and online reference materials are being added. In addition to collecting information, the TU Delft library helps students to find information. During office hours, employees of “Ask Your Library” are always available to help via chat, e-mail and phone, as well as in person. There is also the TUlib ‘help with information’ (hulp-bij-informatie) search site, which provides tips and pointers. The digital starting point for these and other library services, such as the catalogue, is www.library.tudelft.nl. In the main library building, you have access to many places to study, to work together with fellow students, to use computers, and also to have a coffee and read a newspaper. Briefly put: the TU Delft Library is the place to go at TU Delft – for information or just to relax! TU Delft has eight multidisciplinary research schools and a number of research institutes, all of which are fully equipped and dedicated to innovative research. The Delft Institute of Microelectronics and Submicron Technology (DIMES), for example, integrates the disciplines of nanoscale and high-speed device physics, materials science and process technology, and circuit design and embedded system design. At the DIMES laboratories there is a fully equipped clean room where students can design and even produce chips. The Kavli Institute of Nanoscience pursues cutting edge research at the forefront of many fields within its discipline.

The Oostpoort, one of the few entrances to Delft during the Middle Ages.

TU Delft OpenCourseWareTU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. The university’s core tasks include delivering know-how and building knowledge networks in an international context. TU Delft OpenCourseWare is a free and open digital publication of high quality educational materials, organised as courses. www.ocw.tudelft.nl


Other examples of cutting-edge scientific facilities are the unique flight simulator, SIMONA, and the wind tunnels at the faculty of Aerospace Engineering not to mention the second-largest High Voltage Laboratory in Europe housed within the faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science. It is fairly unique for students to have the opportunity to work with such sophisticated facilities and it is one of the reasons why TU Delft graduates have such a good reputation.

The fostering of creative and independent thinkingTU Delft places strong emphasis on encouraging and stimulating students to become creative and independent thinkers so that they will later become engineers capable of independently solving complex problems. In order to foster this attitude, much of the academic curriculum revolves around analysis and project-group problem solving activities which are linked to report and paper writing activities. Learning by repetition is not something that is encouraged. As an MSc student you are expected to be able to make your own decisions. You should know how to work independently and manage your time so that assignments and course-work can be completed on time. The required study related material is clearly defined in the study guides, reading lists and syllabi. It is the task of the lecturer to assemble and structure the material whilst the student learns how to filter, absorb and apply that information. The role of the lecturer is therefore more that of assisting, inspiring and guiding rather than that of merely dictating a series of lectures. At TU Delft much importance is placed upon the opinions of individual students. It is not enough to just reproduce what others have written. Lecturers will often want you to give your opinions on subjects. You are encouraged to actively work together with your fellow students and lecturers for the duration of the programme. Student-staff relations at TU Delft tend to be relaxed and quite informal.

International environment This is very important in TU Delft’s thinking and approach, and international students naturally play a central role. Some fifteen percent of TU Delft’s students come from abroad, and represent a community of 100 nationalities; one reason why all MSc programmes are taught in English. TU Delft’s international reputation is excellent. We have partnerships with more than thirty leading universities all over the world and participate in numerous international exchange programmes, thus allowing our students to study abroad and foreign students to study in Delft. The ATHENS programme, for example, enables TU Delft students to follow a one week course at any one of nine partner universities in Europe.

Successful alumni“For me ‘Delft’ provided thefoundations for my technical knowledge, my experience of life, and it gave me many of my best memories. It is the bedrock on which you can build something beautiful, strong and durable.”

Ir. drs Jeroen van der VeerStudied Mechanical Engineering and is now Chief Executive of SHELL

“I work as Associate Director for WSP Middle East and am currently involved in a 2 billion dollar project in the middle of the desert near Dubai. It involves a lot of design coordination with all sorts of disciplines, so you have to be able to look beyond the boundaries of your particular expertise. My years in Delft have provided me with a wide range of technical skills, which I still use on a daily basis. Wherever my career takes me in the world, I will always be able to rely on this extensive and priceless tool set.”

Ir. B. LeclercqStudied Civil Engineering and is now Associate Director for WSP Middle East

“TU Delft has given me the opportunity to pursue my dream of combining engineering knowledge with entrepreneurship. The University not only provides the facilities, but also offers its students a learning environment with a passion for entrepreneurship. I have successfully started up my own company here in Delft, producing a collapsible container for land and maritime use. By the end of 2009, we are going to start mass production in China. By mid 2010, we plan to launch our container worldwide. You can find out more about us on our website www.hcinnovations.nl”

Ir. Gunawan KusumaStudied Materials Engineering and is now Managing Director of Holland Container Innovations


IDEA LeagueThe IDEA League is a strategic partnership between five of Europe’s top universities, all of whom are committed to the highest international standards in both research and education. These standards are achieved by using common quality management principles for their educational programmes. In addition the IDEA league members have created a range of alternative study and research opportunities.

The IDEA League partners are:- Imperial College London (England)- Delft University of Technology (Netherlands)- ETH (Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule) Zürich (Switzerland)- RWTH (Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule) Aachen (Germany)- Paris Tech (France)Website www.idealeague.org

An attractive historic university cityDelft is an interesting and historic town located in the province of South Holland between the larger cities of The Hague and Rotterdam, the former being the seat of Dutch government and the latter, with its Europoort, the largest sea terminal in the world. Delft is nicknamed ‘de Prinsenstad’ (the Princes’ City), because William of Orange, the first in the Dutch royal line, held court in Delft in the 16th century. Other famous historical figures who once lived and worked in Delft are the painter Johannes Vermeer and the inventor of the microscope, Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek. If one looks at the ancient canals lined with merchant’s houses, the old churches and the splendid town hall one sees that Delft’s rich history is still very much alive. At the same time, though, it remains a very modern, safe and vibrant city. Ten percent of its 100,000 inhabitants are students and the university has attracted a large number of technology-oriented companies. Website www.delft.nl

‘Delft’s rich history is still very much alive’


Student Initiative

In May 2009 the very first Plakkies hit the stores. Plakkies is the Afrikaans word for slippers. Plakkies are the trendy design flip-flops, designed by celebrity shoe designer Jan Jansen and Industrial Design student Michel Boerrigter. They are manufactured in a recently founded factory nearby the Durban townships in South-Africa, and have soles made from worn-out car tires. Production has given employment to 70 people. The proceeds are being ploughed back into the slum areas and used for projects including some for children. The project began with an initiative from Arnoud, student of Aerospace Engineering, who noticed that development aid inevitably starts with employment. He was inspired by the strategy taken by the KidsRights Foundation, which established a factory for children’s soft toys in

South-Africa. Arnoud went in search of a more Delft-like product, and came up with the flip-flops via Michel’s (Industrial Design Engineering) final Bachelor’s project. Together they built up an overwhelming list of sponsors and within a year, had progressed from concept to unique market launch. Plakkies are now for sale in many retail stores.

“It’s an unique chance to combine studying with socialentrepreneurship! In just 12 months this ambitious ideagrew to a factory with more than 70 employees from thetownships and the biggest market introduction on theDutch market of a new slipper brand ever!”

Arnoud RozendaalCofounder of Plakkies

Plakkies: super comfortable flip-flops fashioned from recycled car tires in South Africa. An initiative between students of the faculty of Industrial Design Engineering and Aerospace Engineering.


2. Student life


Sport Centre and Culture CentreIt is not difficult to stay in shape at TU Delft. Badminton, basketball, (Thai) boxing, fitness training, golf, rowing, hockey, indoor soccer, rugby, volleyball and table tennis are just some of the sports that can be taken up at the sport centre which is also ‘home’ to over 40 student sport teams. You can take up solo sports or participate in team sports with friends. Professional instructors are on hand to provide guidance and assistance. The sport centre is situated on the TU Delft campus. The annual membership fee is approximately €90 but additional fees may be charged for certain sports.

Are you interested in photography, acting, or playing the piano? Would you like to learn Capoeira, a combination of dance and martial arts originated by Brazilian slaves? Or perhaps painting is more your style? How about joining a band that rehearses weekly? These are just a few of the many activities on offer at TU Delft’s culture centre. Musical instruments are available, as well as a recording studio, an art studio, a rehearsal studio, a darkroom and a dance studio. You get access to these facilities by purchasing a card for the facility you wish to use. On average these cost €65.

‘Not difficult to stay in shape at TU Delft’


LeisureIn Delft you will find a great many of things that will help you to enjoy student life. The city has numerous cafés and pubs, two cinemas and a theatre. There is also an abundance of reasonably priced restaurants. The ‘Delft international cuisine’ ranges from Chinese, Indonesian and Mexican to Lebanese food. Many student societies have their own restaurants which serve decent and healthy meals for price in the range of just € 4.00. Of course you can also cook your own food. Every Thursday and Saturday there is a market in the central market square, where you can buy fresh vegetables, fruit, fish and flowers. What else is there to do or see? The city park ‘Delftse Hout’ is the place to go for a stroll, to play soccer, to have a barbecue or to dive into the cool water on a warm summer day. If you prefer the sea then Scheveningen beach is only half an hour away by bus or tram.

Delft also has a number of interesting museums such as ‘Nusantara’, which is devoted to Indonesian ethnology and art and the ‘Prinsenhof’, former residence of the first Dutch monarch, William of Orange. Of course there is also the famous ‘Delft blue’ pottery, still produced today in the same way that it was manufactured hundreds of years ago. This ceramics factory ‘Porceleyne Fles’ is open to the public and offers guided tours for those who are interested and the opportunity to purchase products in the factory shop.

“After my Bachelor studies I knew I wanted to focus on the commercial side of product development. So I entered for Strategic Product Design. This programme relates design to putting the products on the market, creating

marketing plans for real product launches. It answers the question ‘how do you make a certain product successful?’ What I like about the programme is that it makes me a critical consumer. When I watch commercials or walk in the supermarket I look at products differently. I notice the smart or stupid ways they are branded, priced or promoted. My favourite courses are the real SPD types, on branding and marketing and such, though some research-focused courses are tough. My internship will let me experience working in SPD in different cultural contexts. When I graduate I would like to work as a strategic consultant or as product manager in a multinational. I would still like to work with products, but less with the design and more with everything around the commercial process.”

Pleun Lauwerier [The Netherlands]MSc Strategic Product Design

‘Or to dive into the cool water on a warm summer day’


Student societiesEach MSc programme at TU Delft has its own student society, each of which protects the interests of its particular students. The various student societies also have representatives who sit on the faculties’ departmental committees and participate in discussions on teaching issues. It is their task to critically appraise teaching, detect problems and propose solutions.

The student societies also organise many study related events, such as conferences and excursions in the Netherlands and abroad. Naturally, they also organise parties and other leisure time activities as well. Once or twice a year, the student societies organize ‘Career days’ where various companies are invited to present themselves and students have the opportunity to talk with industrialists about career openings and opportunities.

“When I was 16 I started flying gliders and it became a passion. After high school I came to Delft and did Aerospace Engineering. What I

like here is that you not only follow courses and classes, it’s much more than that! There are associations, projects, sports clubs, and cultural events… In my second year I joined the formula student racing team, where we learned how to design and build a racing car. So I put the things I learned into practice. In my third year I helped first year students with their projects and organized a study tour to China and Russia. In my fourth year, I helped manage our study society. Currently I’m following the ‘design, integration and operations of aircraft and rotorcraft’ MSc track at the faculty of aerospace engineering. Initially this involves various specialist courses. In the second year I’ll be doing an internship at a company leading to my graduation project.”

Pieter Broos [Belgium]MSc Aerospace Engineering

TU Delft currently offers some 40 MSc programmes. The first year of most programmes comprises theoretical study, assignments and laboratory work. The second year is largely devoted to final thesis work and will involve participating in one of the university’s advanced research or design projects or completing an internship or research assignment within a company. Each academic year consists of two semesters. The first semester continues from September until the end of January, while the second semester lasts from the end of January until July.

TU Delft has adopted the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). Students are expected to obtain 60 European credits (EC) each academic year. The duration of all MSc programmes is two years. In most MSc programmes students are given the opportunity to specialise in sustainable development.

During your studies, guidance and assistance is provided at all times. A faculty counsellor monitors progress and provides advice whenever appropriate. Please feel free to contact your counsellor whenever you come up against problems of any sort related to your study.

This chapter lists the MSc programmes currently provided by TU Delft. Please note that new programmes / tracks may be added during the course of each academic year. Detailed and up-to-date programme information is available on www.master.tudelft.nl


3. TU Delft’s MSc programmes

Prometheus’ flame


Honours Tracks

Motivated students who have performed well during the first semester of the Master’s programme (no fails and an average mark of 7.5 or higher) are eligible to participate in an Honours track. This is a special individual programme, scheduled alongside of the normal MSc programme which carries about 30 EC and must be related either to the student in question’s master’s degree course and/or to the role of technology in society. Such tracks can offer opportunities for more in-depth study, for example to prepare individuals for subsequent PhD programmes, or they might just provide students with a broader view on matters, as for example in the field of sustainability or other specific area of science. This extra programme has to be completed within the time allowed for the normal MSc programme. Students who successfully complete an honours track subsequently receive a special certificate from the university.

‘Opportunities for more in-depth study’

“I am an Erasmus Mundus Student meaning I pursue my MSc in three universities: one year at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands, a semester at Paris Sud in France and one at UP Comillas in Spain.

Everything here at TU Delft is so advanced and the facilities are very helpful for students when studying. Every class has good audio-visual equipment and computers in the superb library have all the software you need. There are plenty of places to study and a wireless internet signal is available everywhere inside the buildings so you can connect wherever you are.

My life is comfortable and happy. I enjoy TU Delft’s sports centre and cultural centre. They are great places to meet people. Basketball and football matches are now regular traditions of our Master class. After an unforgettable introduction week the members of our class became good friends. We feel we are not just a group studying the same programme but loyal colleagues, fifteen nationalities, who care for and respect others. My best memory? The atmosphere. Best lesson? How to organise myself.”

Quynh Chi Trinh [Vietnam]MSc Engineering and Policy Analysis


‘We are not just a group studying the same programme’

TU Delft MSc Programmes

•AerospaceEngineering p.23 Tracks:- Aerodynamics & Wind Energy- Control & Operations- Space- Aerospace Materials & Manufacturing- Aerospace Structures & Design

Methodologies

•AppliedEarthSciences p.24Tracks:- Applied Geophysics - Geo-Engineering - Petroleum Engineering &

Geosciences - Resource Engineering

•AppliedMathematics p.24

•AppliedPhysics p.25Tracks:- Bionanoscience- Imaging Science & Technology- Multi-Scale Physics- Quantum Nanoscience - Radiation, Radionuclides and

Reactors

•Architecture,UrbanismandBuilding Sciences p.26

Tracks:- Architecture- Building Technology- Real Estate & Housing- Urbanism- Landscape Architecture

•BioMedicalEngineering p.27

•ChemicalEngineering p.28Tracks:- Molecular Engineering- Nuclear Science & Engineering- Process Engineering

•CivilEngineering p.29Tracks:- Building Engineering - Geo-Engineering - Hydraulic Engineering - Structural Engineering - Transport and Planning - Water Management

•ComputerEngineering p.29

•ComputerScience p.30Track:- Information Architecture

•ConstructionManagement& Engineering (3TU) p.30

•DesignforInteraction* p.31

•ElectricalEngineering p.31Tracks:- Electrical Power Engineering - Microelectronics - Telecommunications

•EmbeddedSystems(3TU) p.32

•Engineering&PolicyAnalysis* p.32

•Geomatics p.33

•IndustrialEcology p.33(In cooperation with Leiden University, the Netherlands)

•IntegratedProductDesign* p.34

•LifeScience&Technology p.34Tracks:- Biocatalysis - Biochemical Engineering- Cell Factory

•ManagementofTechnology* p.35

•MarineTechnology p.35Tracks:- Design, Production and Operation - Science

•Materials Science & Engineering p.36

•MechanicalEngineering p.37Tracks:- Transport Engineering- Control Engineering- Sustainable Processes and Energy

Technology- Precision and Microsystems

Engineering- BioMechanical Design- Solid and Fluid Mechanics- Materials Engineering and

Applications

•Media & Knowledge Engineering p.38Track:- Bio-informatics (in cooperation with

Leiden University, the Netherlands)

•OffshoreEngineering p.38

•ScienceEducation&Communication (3TU) p.39

Tracks:- Science Education / Teacher Training

(Lerarenopleiding)- Science Communication

•StrategicProductDesign* p.39

•SustainableEnergyTechnology (3TU) p.40

•Systems&Control(3TU) p.41

•SystemsEngineering,Policy Analysis & Management* p.42

Track:- Information Architecture

•Transport,Infrastructure& Logistics p.43

The three leading universities of technology in the Netherlands - Delft University of Technology, Eindhoven University of Technology and the University of Twente - have joined forces in the 3TU.Federation (www.3tu.nl). This federation maximises innovation by combining and concentrating the strengths of all three universities in research, education and knowledge transfer. The 3TU.Federation is in the top ranks of technologyinstitutes worldwide.

Within the framework of this cooperation, five joint MScprogrammes have been developed that address key issuesin engineering and society. These five MSc programmes are:•ConstructionManagementandEngineering•EmbeddedSystems•ScienceEducationandCommunication•SustainableEnergyTechnology•SystemsandControl


* These degree programmes start twice a year. Check the programme website for more information.


Joint and double degree MSc programmes

The Erasmus Mundus programme is a European Union cooperation and mobility programme. Through the creation of European Master’s programmes and the provision of scholarships, students from around the world may engage in postgraduate education at European Universities.

TU Delft participates in a number of joint and double degree programmes. Please note that these programmes have their own specific application procedures, their own tuition fees and facilities. For details please visit the programme websites. New programmes / specialisations may be added during the course of each academic year. Detailed and up-to-date programme information is available on www.master.tudelft.nl

Erasmus Mundus programmesErasmus Mundus Master Coastal and Marine Engineering and Management In cooperation with Norwegian University of Science and Technology (Norway), Catalunya University of Technology (Spain), University of Southampton (UK) and City University London (UK).Website www.comem.tudelft.nl

Erasmus Mundus Master Economics and Management of Network IndustriesIn cooperation with Pontifical University Comillas (Spain) and University Paris-Sud 11 (France).Website www.upcomillas.es/emin

Erasmus Mundus Master Minerals and Environmental ProgrammeIn cooperation with RWTH Aachen (Germany), University of Exeter (UK), Helsinki University of Technology (Finland), University of Miskolc (Hungary), Wroclaw University of Technology (Poland).Website www.emmep.org

Erasmus Mundus Master Optics in Science and TechnologyIn cooperation with Friedrich Schiller University Jena (Germany), Imperial College London (UK), Université Paris-Sud 11 (France), Institut d’Optique Graduate School (France), Warsaw University of Technology (Poland).Website www.master-optics.eu

Erasmus Mundus Master Computer Simulation for Science and EngineeringIn cooperation with KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden), Technical University of Berlin (Germany), Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen- Nürnberg (Germany). Website www.kth.se/cosse


Other opportunitiesApplied Geophysics, track within MSc in Applied Earth SciencesIDEA League joint Master's. In cooperation with RWTH Aachen (Germany) and ETH Zürich (Switzerland).Website www.idealeague.com/geophysics

Computational Design and Fabrication Technologies, track within MSc in Architecture, Urbanism and Building SciencesDouble degree with METU (Turkey).

Design for InteractionDouble degree with METU (Turkey).

Engineering & Policy AnalysisDouble degree with Harbin Institute of Technology (China).

Flight Dynamics & Control and Avionics, track within MSc in Aerospace EngineeringDouble degree with Instituto Superior Técnico Lisbon (Portugal).

Hydraulic Engineering and Water Resources Management, specialisations for track in Hydraulic Engineering within MSc in Civil EngineeringDouble degree with NUS Singapore (Singapore).

Management of Technology and Applied PhysicsDouble degree TU Delft.

Microelectronics, track within MSc in Electrical EngineeringDouble degree with Tsinghua University (China).

Microelectronics, track within MSc in Electrical Engineering Double degree with Fudan University (China).

Telecommunications, track within MSc in Electrical EngineeringDouble degree with IT Bandung (Indonesia).

The IDEA League is a strategic partnership between five of Europe’s top universities, namely TU Delft, Imperial College London, RWTH Aachen, ETH Zürich and Paris Tech. The IDEA League is committed to the highest international standards in both research and education. Setting up joint Master’s programmes is also on the League’s agenda.

‘18 th in the world’s top 100’

MSc programme summaries

MSc Programme in Aerospace Engineering

TU Delft is home to one of the leading academic programmes in aerospace and earth observation technology in all of Europe. The Master’s Programme prepares students to respond effectively and rapidly to the needs in the aerospace sector with solutions that are not only technically feasible but also – crucially – commercially viable. The programme has a distinctly international focus. One of the goals of the programme is, accordingly, to train professionals to work in an industry that requires resourceful problem solvers and innovative, visionary thinkers who are capable of collaborating with colleagues across cultural borders. Students have access to state-of- the-art test and laboratory facilities.

Career prospectsGraduates find work in leading aerospace and astronautics firms including companies such as Stork, KLM, the National Aerospace Laboratory (NLR), TNO, EADS Space, Airbus, Shell Oil, Boeing, and Philips.

Others work in environmental research, move into positions in national defence ministries, remain in academia, or begin their own firms. The increasing dependence of business on telecom and satellite-driven technologies will continue to drive demand for qualified aerospace engineers.

Admission requirementsDepending on the track selection, graduates should have a BSc from a Dutch or international university in one of the following: Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Physics, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Maritime Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technical Earth Sciences, Geodesy or Geodetic Engineering. Graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Technology, Civil Engineering and Aerospace Engineering from a Dutch HBO are eligible for admission following the successful completion of a one-year bridging course.

For more information www.ae.msc.tudelft.nl

International OfficerT +31 (0)15 27 81355E [email protected]



MSc Programme in Applied Earth Sciences

The aim of the MSc Programme in Applied Earth Sciences is to give a new generation of engineers the skills and knowledge to sustainably and responsibly locate, extract and process the Earth’s resources. In the programme, students learn how to approach complicated issues related to the challenges of energy production, raw materials technology and geotechnical engineering in an imaginative and resourceful manner. Students have numerous opportunities to work intensively with TU Delft’s partners in industry to complement their academic coursework with practical experience. The programme includes four tracks: Petroleum Engineering and Geosciences, Applied Geophysics, Resource Engineering and Geo-Engineering.

Career prospectsThere is currently a great need for well-trained, innovative engineers

and scientists in the energy and natural resource industry. TU Delft graduates are eagerly sought after for positions as engineers, geophysicists, geologists, consultants, or business analysts. The interdisciplinary nature of the Applied Earth Sciences Programme gives TU Delft graduates an added advantage.

Admission requirementsApplicants holding a university level degree in Earth Sciences or a related subject may apply for admission. Graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline are eligible for admission, but may be required to meet additional requirements set by the department. Graduates with a relevant HBO degree may be admitted, but need to follow a bridging course. Students may only start the bridging course if they have passed entrance tests in both Mathematics and English. Students

who have no previous knowledge of geology or engineering geology follow a personally tailored, six-week convergence course.

For more information www.aes.msc.tudelft.nl

Mr. Pascal de Smidt, MScAcademic CounsellorT +31 (0)15 27 81068E [email protected]

MSc Programme in Applied Mathematics

Applied mathematics is a field of knowledge of crucial importance in engineering, construction, finance, budgeting, planning and policymaking, and countless other activities where models are needed to predict the behaviours of technical, physical and even social systems. The objective of the MSc programme in Applied Mathematics is to provide students with a thorough knowledge of applied mathematics and to develop their expertise in applying the methods and tools of mathematics to problems in science and engineering. The programme offers specialisations in Computational Science and Engineering, and in Probability, Risk and Statistics.

Career prospects Experts in applied mathematics are much sought after by research institutes, the research departments of large corporations such as Philips, Shell, AkzoNobel, KPN and financial institutions such as ABN Amro, RABO Bank and ING.

Admission requirementsApplicants holding a degree in (Applied) Mathematics from TU Delft or an equivalent from another Dutch university qualify for admission. Students with a BSc degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geodetics, Aerospace Engineering, Maritime Engineering, Applied Earth Sciences, Applied Physics, Computer Science or Mechanical Engineering from a Dutch university will also be admitted to the MSc programme, after completing a mathematics bridging course. Students may only start the bridging course if they have passed entrance tests in both Mathematics and English. Applicants from Imperial College London, ETH Zurich, RWTH Aachen and Paris Tech holding a BSc degree in (Applied) Mathematics or equivalent automatically qualify for admission. Other applicants need to meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements and will be evaluated on an individual basis.

For more informationwww.am.msc.tudelft.nl

Dr. J.W. van der WoudeDirector of Studies for Applied MathematicsT +31 (0)15 27 83834E [email protected]


MSc Programme in Applied Physics

Physics covers phenomena ranging from the infinitesimally small – subatomic particles – to the unimaginably large – the universe. Somewhere between these two, there is the reality of everyday life. Applied physics is about translating a deep understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of physics into concrete results to benefit society. The Applied Physics Master's programme educates students to assume positions on the forefront of understanding in the field of applied physics, and to develop practical applications from an awareness of the opportunities and needs of society. The programme combines elements of a standard Master’s programme in engineering with a more theoretically based programme in advanced physics. The programme consists of a core curriculum and a specialisation. The core curriculum contains modules in advanced general physics and mathematics, as well as elective modules associated with specific research themes. In the second year, all students write a research thesis. The core curriculum is divided into five separate tracks: imaging science and technology; multi-scale physics; quantum nanoscience; bionanoscience; and radiation, radionuclides and reactors. Students also choose

an area of specialisation from the following seven options: research and development; management of technology; sustainability in technology; education; astronomy and instrumentation; entrepreneurship; and the Casimir Pre-PhD specialisation. An additional programme, Optics in Science and Technology, is offered via the Erasmus Mundus programme in collaboration with several other European universities (www.master-optics.eu).

Career prospectsCompanies that employ graduates include Total, Shell, BP, Philips, Corus, ASML, Philips, TNO, Mc Kinsey, BCG, Bain and Company, Optiver and Price Waterhouse Coopers. In recent years, approximately 70% of all applied physics graduates have found work within three months.

Admission requirementsApplicants from Dutch universities should possess a bachelor’s degree in applied physics. For Dutch HBO graduates, a number of university bachelor courses should be completed before admission. Students with degrees in related subjects may apply for admission; additional course work may be required prior to beginning the Master’s programme. International applicants must ordinarily possess a BSc in (applied) physics.

For more information www.ap.msc.tudelft.nl

For national applicantsMirjam van der GeurT +31 (0)15 27 88718E [email protected]

For international applicants Ms. Tamara Bacsik International Recruitment Officer T +31 (0)15 27 88180 E [email protected]


MSc Programme in Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences

The Faculty of Architecture at TU Delft offers a dynamic Master’s programme very much informed by the unique circumstances of the Netherlands, where the high population density has strongly influenced thinking about how to work creatively with space. The programme is especially strong in such areas as design, research, management, technology and research-by-design.

There are five programme tracks. •TheArchitecturetrack emphasises

architectural design. •TheUrbanismtrack builds on the

Dutch experience in managing the urban environment, while critically analysing and comparing it to other European approaches.

•TheRealEstate&Housingtrack is geared towards the design, development and management processes of the built environment and urban areas.

•TheLandscapeArchitecturetrack focuses on the foundations of landscape architecture, the landscape of delta areas, and the design of urban landscapes.

•TheBuildingTechnologytrack focuses on the innovative and sustainable design of elements, components and (sub) systems of building structures.

Career prospectsThe programme prepares students for the full range of careers available in architectural design, urban planning and management, project development, real estate investment, housing administration and design, architectural engineering, and contracting, among many others.

Admission requirementsApplicants holding a TU Delft Bachelor’s degree in Architecture automatically qualify for admission, and graduates of the other Dutch universities of technology may also qualify for admission.

Graduates with a Bachelor’s degree from a Dutch HBO may be admitted to the programme in three ways, depending on their prior preparation: 1) a bridging course, 2) an academic minor while completing the HBO Bachelor’s degree or 3) a screening process by the Admissions Advisory Board. International applicants must meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements, and are selected on the basis of a portfolio.

For more details about admission and application requirements please visit our website: [email protected] and click on admission and application.

For more informationwww.aubs.msc.tudelft.nl

For national applicantsAcademic CounsellorsE [email protected]

For international applicantsInternational OfficeT +31 (0)15 27 88240E InternationalOffice-bk@

tudelft.nl


MSc Programme in BioMedical Engineering

BioMedical Engineering (BME) applies engineering principles and technologies to medicine and biology. The BME Master’s at TU Delft is a multidisciplinary programme which aims to provide you with the skills to design mechatronic devices such as instruments for minimal invasive surgery, limb replacement prostheses, joint replacement prostheses, microsensors, stimulation implants and a range of imaging systems from ultrasound and conventional X-ray to CT, MRI and PET/SPECT. The programme provides a basis in human physiology and an overview of technology used in the medical practice. Courses and research assignments explore a wide range of areas including human movement analysis, musculoskeletal modelling, identification of the (reflexive) control loops in the musculoskeletal system, biomaterials, bioelectricity, imaging, physics of medical image acquisition, image processing, pattern recognition and radiotherapy. These are complemented by general Master’s courses in such fields as design, mechatronics, micro-electronics, physics, material and mechanical engineering. Courses are offered in three TU Delft faculties – Applied Sciences; Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science; and Mechanical, Marine and Materials Engineering. The programme also benefits from the participation of three teaching hospitals: Leiden University Medical Center, Erasmus Medical Center in Rotterdam, and Academic Medical Center in Amsterdam.

Career prospectsCareer opportunities for biomedical engineers are excellent and many continue at TU Delft with studies leading to a PhD. To develop the innovative technologies that drive the biomedical industry, employers are looking for personnel with the unique combination of skills, knowledge and experience in biology, medicine and engineering that graduates of the MSc programme in Biomedical Engineering can offer.

Admission requirementsCandidates with a Bachelor’s degree from a Dutch University of Applied sciences (HBO) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics or Applied Physics, Aerospace Engineering or Human Motion Technology will be considered for admission after completing a bridging programme. Automatic admission is extended to students with a Bachelor’s degree from a Dutch university of technology in Biomedical Engineering, Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering or comparable studies. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree from an IDEA League university are eligible for admission to the programme, and others are admitted on a case by case basis.

For more informationwww.bme.msc.tudelft.nl

Dr.ir. D.H. Plettenburg Coordinator Master Biomedical EngineeringT +31 (0)15 27 85615E Coordinator-BME-3ME@

TUDelft.nl


MSc Programme in Chemical Engineering

The main goal of the 2-year TU Delft Master’s Programme in Chemical Engineering is to provide students with the most current knowledge and developments in the field, including new areas such as nano-chemical engineering. Students will find an scientific environment that is both challenging and inspiring. Scientists and researchers in TU Delft’s Chemical Engineering programme are working together with colleagues around the world and across multidisciplinary boundaries on technological breakthroughs in the field. Students who join the programme will find that they not only acquire the requisite knowledge and skills, but also gain the maturity and sense of responsibility that is so essential for innovative work as a creative chemical engineer. The TU Delft programme prepares graduates for careers in academic research or in the private sector.

The programme encompasses the full range of subjects at all levels: molecular science, the design and analysis of chemical reactors, and the application of chemical engineering in manufacturing processes, with a strong emphasis on innovative thinking. A focal point of the activities at TU Delft is the field of nano-chemical engineering. It is the link between molecular scale and product/process scale.

The TU Delft MSc programme in Chemical Engineering offers the student three interesting and challenging study paths:• MolecularEngineering> Focus on self-assembly systems,

nano-structured materials, energy conversion and storage and nano-organic chemistry.

> Typical course modules are: synthesis strategies and methods in nanochemical engineering, nanostructured materials and dispersions, and molecular quantum mechanics and spectroscopy.

• ProcessEngineering> Focus on microfluidics, nano-

technology, reactors and catalysis, multiphase systems and process dynamics.

> Typical course modules are: reactors and kinetics, process dynamics and control and applied transport phenomena.

• NuclearScience&Engineering> Focus on health care and medicine,

material science, radio isotopes.> Typical courses are: nuclear

science, nuclear chemistry and the chemistry of the nuclear fuel cycle.

Career prospectsMost of our graduates work in industry, including many outside the Netherlands. Graduates have found employment in a wide range of functions with leading firms such as Shell, AkzoNobel, DSM, Exxon Chemical, Heineken, ING, BASF, Philips, Proctor & Gamble, and Unilever. Others have joined governmental agencies or consultancy firms, or have started their own businesses.

Admission requirementsGraduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field are eligible for admission. In some cases, additional course work will be required before a student may begin the MSc programme.

For more informationwww.chem.msc.tudelft.nl

For national applicantsIr. Anjo SchaapAcademic CounsellorT +31 (0)15 27 86295E [email protected]

For international applicants Ms. Tamara Bacsik International Recruitment Officer T +31 (0)15 27 88180 E [email protected]


MSc Programme in Computer Engineering

The programme gives students the highly specialised skills demanded for the design, development and use of software and hardware for devices ranging from cell phones and desktop computers to main frames and supercomputers. Students in the programme study system software, including programming, operating systems, and compilers; networks and computer architecture; and the design of software tools and methodologies for synthesis, physical design, VLSI, hardware-software co-design, systems-on-chip, testing and performance analysis. In addition to academic coursework, students conduct experiments on software and hardware systems and build working prototypes of their designs. Within the programme, there are 3 specialisations: Embedded Systems, General Purpose and High Performance Systems, and Distributed Systems and Networks.

Career prospects Computer Engineering is widely considered to be one of the most dynamic fields in terms of market growth. TU Delft graduates are working in such fields as embedded systems, telecommunications, desktop computers, high-performance computers, networks, medical systems, and consumer electronics with prominent companies such as Philips, NXP, IBM, Infineon, SUN, Intel, IMEC, NVIDIA, ASML, Nokia, Lucent, OCE, and TNO-FEL.

Admission requirementsApplicants with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent are eligible for admission. A degree in another technical field, combined with a minor in Computer Engineering or Embedded Systems may also be sufficient. In some cases students whose preparation at the undergraduate level is inadequate

will be required to follow a tailored bridging course. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree from a Dutch HBO are required to complete a bridging course prior to enrolment. International applicants must also meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements.

For more informationwww.ce.msc.tudelft.nl

Dr. A.J. van Genderen Programme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 86217E coordinator-msc-ce@

tudelft.nl

MSc Programme in Civil Engineering

The TU Delft MSc Programme in Civil Engineering aims to train and educate engineers to creatively solve the complex problems of planning, designing, building and managing the infrastructure of modern societies. The programme traditionally emphasises the interaction between theory and practice and between research and education. Students gain insight into the diverse forces to which a typical structure produced by civil engineers will be subjected during its lifetime, and will learn how to quantify these forces, integrate them into a design and apply theoretical knowledge to solve real-life problems. The programme offers six tracks: Hydraulic Engineering, Building Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transport & Planning, Water Management and Geo-Engineering.

Career prospectsYour career prospects as a graduate of the TU Delft Programme in Civil Engineering are outstanding. Opportunities abound in the public sector as well as with engineering firms, building contractors, consultancies, international development organisations and research institutes.

Admission requirementsDutch university graduates, preferably with a degree in Civil Engineering, are eligible for admission. Graduates with a relevant HBO degree may be admitted but will be required to follow a bridging course. Students may only start the bridging course if they have passed entrance tests in both Mathematics and English. The bridging course may take the form of a minor during the HBO programme, or it can be completed following the conclusion of the HBO programme.

International applicants from

For more informationwww.cive.msc.tudelft.nl

Mr. K.O. KarsenAcademic CounsellorT +31 (0)15 27 83337E [email protected]

Imperial College London, ETH Zurich, RWTH Aachen and Paris Tech holding a BSc degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent automatically qualify for admission. Applicants with a degree from another university outside the Netherlands need to meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements and will be evaluated on an individual basis.


The aim of the Construction Management and Engineering (CME) MSc programme is to give students broad management and construction engineering knowledge and provide them with the skills necessary to play leading roles in a transition towards more sustainable solutions gaining momentum in the building and construction industry. As a CME student, you will familiarise yourself with existing management and engineering practices, and learn how you can help to achieve the change in the construction industry, taking into account economic, social, environmental and ethical factors, and assess the consequences of such change. You will also further develop your engineering, problem solving and communication skills. Your studies will conclude with a graduation project addressing either process and system innovation in the building and construction industry in general, or on the ‘Living Building Concept’, which is being developed with the Design

and Construction Processes Section at the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences. The MSc programme in Construction Management and Engineering is a joint programme of the 3TU. Federation of the three universities of technology in the Netherlands.

Career prospectsCareer opportunities for CME graduates exist across the full spectrum of activities in the building and construction industry. Graduates are especially well qualified to moved positions in large international projects, often focused on infrastructure development. Potential employers include building and construction companies, engineering and design offices and consultancy firms, public agencies, and academic or research institutions.

Admission requirementsDutch applicants who possess a BSc qualification from a Dutch university

For more informationwww.cme.msc.tudelft.nl

Ir.drs. J.G. VerlaanProgramme DirectorT +31 (0)15 27 87467E [email protected]

MSc Programme in Construction Management and Engineering

MSc Programme in Computer Science

The Master’s programme in Computer Science provides training and experience to students who wish to design, redesign, build or maintain complex software systems. Students acquire competence in the design of software systems that serve as drivers of hardware; that control and monitor large, complex systems like public transportation systems; and that analyse and adjust other software systems, like the software systems that financial institutions depend on to manage global transactions. The computer science programme offers a full track in Information Architecture and specialisations in Software Engineering, Parallel and Distributed Systems, Algorithmics, and Web Information Systems.

Career prospectsThese days, it is not difficult for skilled computer scientists to find good positions. Graduates have

accepted positions with software developers, consultancy firms, IT providers, communications and networking firms, companies developing innovative products based on information technology, financial institutions, and global enterprises whose operations depend on automated administrative and logistics processes.

Admission requirementsApplicants holding a Computer Science degree in Technical Informatics from a Dutch University of Applied Sciences (HBO) are eligible for admission after completing a bridging course. Applicants holding a BSc in Technical Informatics from TU Delft or from the corresponding degree programmes at other universities in the Netherlands also qualify for admission. Inter-national applicants from Imperial College London, ETH Zurich, RWTH Aachen and Paris Tech holding a BSc

degree in Technical Informatics or equivalent automatically qualify for admission. Other applicants need to meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements and will be evaluated on an individual basis.

For more informationwww.cs.msc.tudelft.nl

Ir. H.J. GeersProgramme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 83832E [email protected]

Information Architecture TrackProf.dr.ir. G.J. HoubenProgramme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 87486E [email protected]

in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Management of Technology are admitted unconditionally. Others with BSc’s in related fields or Bachelor’s degrees from Dutch HBOs will be assessed individually. In some cases students without adequate undergraduate preparation will be required to complete a bridging course. International applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.


MSc Programme in Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineering deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics and electromagnetism. These days, electrical engineering covers a range of subtopics including power engineering, electronics, control systems, signal processing and telecommunications.

At TU Delft, the central themes addressed in the MSc programme in Electrical Engineering include electromagnetism, analog and digital systems, silicon device technology, communications networks, wireless communication systems, high power electronics and systems, signal processing and radar technology. These themes are reflected in each of the programme’s three tracks: Electrical Power Engineering (name has changed?!), Microelectronics and Telecommunications.

Career prospectsWith the extraordinary advances made in electrical engineering in recent decades and the dependence in society

on devices and technologies requiring the expertise of electrical engineers, the opportunities for activities in commerce, industry and government are simply vast. The engineering programme provides a good background for careers in research, development, and consultancy work, as well as for commercial and management positions.

Admission requirementsApplicants with a Dutch university level BSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent are eligible for admission. Students with a Dutch HBO degree will be required to follow a tailored bridging course programme (maximum 30 EC). Dutch students who hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field may apply to the programme but, if admitted, may also be required to follow a tailored bridging course programme. International applicants must meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements.

For more informationwww.ee.msc.tudelft.nl

Electrical Power Engineering Track

Dr. Peter MorshuisProgramme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 84662E [email protected]

Microelectronics TrackDr. R.A.C.M.M. van Swaaij Programme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 87259E R.A.C.M.M.vanSwaaij@

tudelft.nl

Telecommunications TrackDr. B.J. KooijProgramme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 81745E [email protected]

MSc Programme in Design for Interaction

The MSc programme in Design for Interaction focuses on the way in which people and products interact. The goal of the programme is to educate designers WHO understand what people do with and expect from products they use in everyday life – designers who are able to design products appropriate to users’ needs and expectations. To gain the required skills and understanding, students pursue a multi-disciplinary course of study covering topics such as ergonomics, aesthetics, interaction design, psychology and sociology. Visualisation and conceptualisation play an important part in this, as do the examination of the interaction between people and products, and the development, testing and refinement of prototypes.

Career prospectsThe programme prepares graduates for positions as product or interaction designers, R&D specialists, and usability consultants, and also

provides a solid foundation for work in design-centred research. Graduates of the programme have been hired in recent years by companies such major firms as Philips, Vodafone, HP, Microsoft, TomTom, and Océ, many smaller companies, and design and market research agencies.

Admission requirementsApplicants with a BSc in Industrial Design Engineering from TU Delft, Eindhoven University of Technology, and Twente University will be unconditionally admitted to the Master’s programme. Applicants with another BSc from a Dutch university may be admitted to the Master’s programme, but they will be required to enrol in a bridging programme, depending on previous training and competence. Applicants holding a relevant HBO degree such as Industrial Product Design (IPO), Product Design & Engineering, Human Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Human Movement Technology, Civil

For more informationwww.dfi.msc.tudelft.nl

National applicantsMs. J.C. Thieme or Mr. J.H. WiltjerAcademic CounsellorsT +31 (0)15 27 82941/83041E [email protected]

International applicantsInternational Office IDE T +31 (0)15 27 81077E internationaloffice-io@

tudelft.nl

Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Engineering Design & Innovation may be admitted after completing a bridging programme. All candidates must make a formal application for admission; for more information, please contact the academic counsellors.


MSc Programme in Embedded Systems

Embedded systems are combinations of hardware and software that are used to control devices, processes or larger systems. Embedded systems control everything from automobile engines and digital TV set-top boxes to pacemakers and nuclear reactors; they are pervasive and their importance is growing rapidly. The MSc Programme in Embedded Systems focuses on the design methodology of hardware and software environments. It covers a wide range of topics including integrated circuit design, computer architecture, communication networks, control theory, real-time operating systems, software engineering and formal methods for embedding applications. The MSc Programme in Embedded Systems is a joint programme of the 3TU.Federation of the three universities of technology in the Netherlands.

Career prospectsWith the growing importance of embedded systems in both

consumer applications and industry, there is a growing demand for embedded systems experts all over the world. In Europe leading companies in automotive technology (DaimlerChrysler, BMW), avionics (Airbus), and consumer electronics (Philips, NXP) are actively recruiting embedded systems experts. Dutch firms such as ASML and Océ are also active in the field. Graduates can expect exciting career opportunities in management, design, research and development, government and academia.

Admission requirementsApplicants with a BSc degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent are eligible for admission. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in another technical field, combined with a minor in Computer Engineering / Embedded Systems, may also qualify. In some cases students without adequate undergraduate preparation will be

For more informationwww.es.msc.tudelft.nl

Dr. A.J. van GenderenProgramme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 86217E coordinator-MSc-ES@

tudelft.nl

required to complete a bridging course. Students with a Dutch HBO diploma in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science diploma are eligible for admission after first completing a special bridging programme. International applicants must also meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements.

EPA students supplement extensive technical know-how with studies aimed at the development of vital skills in systems thinking, actor network analysis, and project management, with the ultimate objective of improving the quality of policy-making. The programme focuses on decision-making processes regarding large scale socio-technical systems, such as infrastructure for transport, telecommunication, energy, water, waste, industrial production and innovation. At the core of the programme are courses in policy analysis, systems modelling, economics and (intercultural) management.

With a strong international orientation, EPA places particular emphasis on comparative analysis and intercultural cooperation and project management. EPA is also offered as a double degree programme with the Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT). EPA is partner in the prestigious

Erasmus Mundus programme on Economics and Management of Network Industries, in cooperation with the University of Paris Sud XI (Paris, France) and Comillas (Madrid, Spain). It also participates in international exchange programmes with Queensland University of Technology in Australia, and Carnegie Mellon University and Georgia Institute of Technology in the USA.

Career prospectsEPA graduates typically find employment as consultants or project managers with engineering, consulting and banking firms or as strategic advisers to national governments and international organisations. Recent EPA graduates have taken positions at firms such as Price Waterhouse Coopers, Accenture, ING, DHV, and Royal Haskoning.

Admission requirementsAt a minimum, applicants are required to possess a Bachelor’s degree in technical or natural sciences.

Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree from a Dutch University of Applied Sciences (HBO) are required to complete one half year of additional course work. A solid foundation in mathematics and proficiency in English are also required.

For more informationwww.epa.msc.tudelft.nl

Academic CounsellorsMs. Marja Brandt, DanielleRietdijk en Jeanette BloklandE studieadviseurs-tbm@ tudelft.nl

International Academic CounsellorMs. Toke HoekE [email protected]

Programme managerDr. Bert EnserinkT +31 (0)15 27 88071E [email protected]

MSc Programme in Engineering and Policy Analysis


MSc Programme in Geomatics

Geomatics is the relatively new science and technology of three-dimensional measurement, mapping and visualisation of geo-information. Geomatics has an important role to play in construction, urban planning, infrastructure development and many similar activities. The purpose of the multi-disciplinary Master’s programme in Geomatics is to give engineers a range of skills and knowledge in the three principle domains of geomatics: data acquisition, data processing, and data application. As a participant in the programme, you will gain expertise in processes all along the ‘geo-information chain’ and will be able to apply your expertise to acquire, retrieve, analyse, and exploit geo-information for industrial, governmental and research purposes.

Career prospectsWith an MSc from TU Delft’s Master’s programme in Geomatics you are on the leading edge of a very new, exciting and expanding field with

excellent career opportunities. Many graduates find positions in local and national governmental agencies. Others take positions in the private sector with industrial firms and consultancies, or work at universities and research institutes. TU Delft graduates have been hired by firms such as Fugro, Kadaster, Grontmij, Shell and ESRI.

Admission requirementsApplicants with university BSc degrees in the following disciplines qualify for admission to the programme: Geodesy, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geophysics, Physical Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Informatics, Computer Science, Earth Sciences and Systems Engineering. Deficiency and convergence programmes can be designed that will enable graduates holding degrees in other disciplines from either a university or a Dutch university of applied sciences (HBO) to meet admission requirements.

For more informationwww.gm.msc.tudelft.nl

Prof. D.G. SimonsT +31 (0)15 27 88145E [email protected]

MSc Programme in Industrial Ecology

The MSc programme in Industrial Ecology is a collaborative programme offered jointly by Leiden University and Delft University of Technology. As an interdisciplinary programme, Industrial Ecology draws on insights and knowledge derived from natural sciences, social sciences and engineering. The Industrial Ecology programme trains students in analysis of environmental impacts, sustainable design methodologies, and strategies for initiating change in society. Industrial Ecology is an emerging scientific discipline that promotes a systemic approach to human problems, integrating technical, environmental and social aspects. It is argued that this approach will show the way to sustainable development. For that reason Industrial Ecology is considered to be the ‘toolbox for sustainable development’ or the ‘science of sustainability’. Industrial Ecologists will be able to analyse sustainability dilemmas in

real life, create and initiate innovative technological solutions, and come up with tools and strategies for management and policy in the field of Industrial Ecology.

Career prospectsIndustrial Ecology graduates find employment opportunities throughout business, industry, and government, as well as in non-governmental organisations, universities and research institutes. They operate as mediators, system designers, innovators and scientific researchers. They are primarily engaged in activities designed to encourage people at all levels of society to consider adopting sustainable practices and to initiate change in existing patterns of production and consumption.

Admission requirementsA BSc degree in one of the natural sciences, engineering sciences

or social sciences relevant to Industrial Ecology is required for admission. It is possible to begin this programme in either September or February. More information on the requirements and application process can be found at www.ie.leidendelft.nl.

For more informationwww.ie.leidendelft.nl

Dr. Gijsbert KorevaarProgramme DirectorT +31 (0)15 27 83659E [email protected]


MSc in Life Science and Technology

The cell is the building block of life, the smallest unit with the characteristics of living systems. Increased knowledge of the mechanisms of the cell can lead to cleaner industry, better medicines, new methods for combating diseases and isolating enzymes for the development of improved foodstuffs. The MSc programme in Life Science & Technology provides its graduates with an understanding of cell biology and cellular processes. This relatively new, multidisciplinary area combines fundamental and applied knowledge from the disciplines of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Technology, Informatics and Mathematics. The programme includes three tracks: Cell Factory, Biocatalysis and Biochemical Engineering. The general programme structure comprises a number of compulsory modules from the track in which the student enrols, a module on ethics, a design project, an internship in industry and a graduation project.

Career prospectsThis programme aims to equip students with both theoretical and applied knowledge and expertise, preparing them for careers in both industrial and academic environments. The biotech, food and biopharmaceutical industries offer career opportunities, as do healthcare and fundamental research institutions.

Admission requirementsApplicants should have a BSc degree in Life Science & Technology, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Biophysics, Chemistry, Biochemistry or equivalent. Students may be required to take additional courses to compensate for missing undergraduate coursework.

For more informationwww.lst.msc.tudelft.nl

For national applicants Dr Babette SluijterT +31 (0)15 27 88271E [email protected]

For international applicants Ms. Tamara BacsikInternational Recruitment OfficerT +31 (0)15 27 88180E [email protected]

MSc Programme in Integrated Product Design

Integrated Product Design (IPD) is a systematic approach to product development. In the IPD Master’s Programme, you will learn to adapt the design process to the demands of specific design problems and design contexts, focusing in particular on the design of innovative products and product-service combinations for consumers and professional users. The IPD programme offers a balanced mix of theory and practice. You will acquire specialised knowledge in courses such as Design Manifestation, Ergonomics, Life Cycle Engineering, Smart Systems and Technologies, and Advanced Design Support and will then have the opportunity to apply this knowledge to realistic complex design problems.

Career prospectsIntegrated design is increasingly important in a globalised business environment, and crucial to design processes that take the entire life cycle of a product into consideration. Graduates of the programme will find

abundant opportunities including positions as industrial designers, product engineers, product managers, quality assurance managers, sales engineers, and packaging designers.Pursuing a career in research and education is another possibility.

Admission requirementsApplicants holding a BSc degree in Integrated Product Design from TUE or UT will be admitted to the programme without conditions. Applicants with another university level BSc may be admitted to the programme, but they will be required to enrol in a bridging programme the content of which will be dependent on their previous training and competence. Applicants holding a relevant Dutch HBO degree such as Mechanical Engineering, Human Movement Technology and Management Science, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Engineering Design & Innovation are eligible for admission after completing a bridging programme.

Students wishing to be admitted to the bridging programme must pass both the Mathematics and English entrance exams and will be assessed on the basis of their grades in the HBO programme, motivation and a portfolio.

For more informationwww.ipd.msc.tudelft.nl


International applicantsInternational Office IDET +31 (0)15 27 81077E [email protected]


MSc Programme Management of Technology

This programme equips successful graduates with the skills to manage the acquisition and application of knowledge so crucial to business success. The programme focuses in particular on skills that enable you to move into positions in high tech businesses or sectors where technology is of vital importance.

In the programme, you will gain an understanding of technology as a corporate resource and will learn how to manage knowledge in the design and development of products and services for maximum customer satisfaction, corporate productivity, profitability and competitiveness. The programme also addresses technology management in society.

Career prospectsManagement of Technology graduates most frequently move into positions as project leaders, program managers, technology managers, R&D managers and consultants. Many accept positions with large technically

oriented firms such as IBM, Microsoft, TNO, Frauenhofer, SKF, Hilti, and KPN, while others choose to work for start-ups or smaller technology-oriented companies.

Admission requirementsApplicants with an academic BSc degree in engineering or natural sciences are eligible for admission. Dutch graduates with a technical Bachelor’s degree of a University of Applied Sciences (HBO) may also apply. Those who have demonstrated their ability by achieving academic excellence at a HBO may be admitted to the MSc programme immediately. Others are required to enrol in a bridging programme.

For more informationwww.mot.msc.tudelft.nl

Academic counsellorsMs. Marja Brand, Danielle Rietdijk en Jeanette BloklandE studieadviseurs-tbm@

tudelft.nl

International OfficerMs. Toke HoekE internationaloffice-tbm@

tudelft.nl

Programme Manager Mr. Martin de JongE [email protected]

MSc Programme in Marine Technology

TU Delft’s MSc programme in Marine Technology (MT) – the only one of its type offered in the Netherlands – gives engineers the knowledge and skills they need to handle the entire process of design, construction, production and operation of these ships and marine systems. Students choose between the Design, Production and Operation track and the Science track and select an area of specialisation from topics such as ship hydromechanics, ship and offshore structures, marine systems design and ship production.

Career prospectsMT graduates find outstanding opportunities with firms active in the offshore oil industry, heavy cargo transport and salvage, engineering, shipbuilding, research, and safety and the environment. Numerous graduates have accepted positions with the Royal Dutch Navy, while others

continue on at TU Delft with studies leading to a PhD.

Admission requirementsGraduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Marine Technology or Naval Architecture from a Dutch University of Applied Sciences (HBO) or the Royal Netherlands Naval College (KIM) are eligible for admission after completing a bridging course. Applicants holding a degree in Marine Technology; Civil, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Industrial Design Engineering; or Applied Physics from a Dutch university of technology automatically qualify for admission. Applicants from Imperial College London, ETH Zurich, RWTH Aachen and Paris Tech holding a BSc degree in Computer Science also qualify for admission. Other applicants must meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements and will be evaluated on an individual basis.

For more informationwww.mt.msc.tudelft.nl

Ir. Jeroen PruynDPO Programme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 86840E [email protected]

Ir. Peter NaaijenScience Programme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 81570E [email protected]


MSc Programme in Materials Science & Engineering

Materials Science & Engineering is concerned with the design of innovative new materials for the continuously evolving needs of society, and with the manufacturing processes that convert basic materials into products. The MSc programme in Materials Science & Engineering combines studies of the physical, chemical and mechanical properties of materials with training in production techniques and the selection of appropriate materials for a wide range of applications. Covering subjects from atoms to applications and from design to disposal, the Material Science & Engineering programme is well-suited to meet the expectations of students with a more theoretical background and those with backgrounds in appliedscience or engineering.

Career prospectsGraduates of the programme have accepted positions at firms such as Corus, Stork, DAF, Bosch and Philips. They are working in materials

production, development and research in the industrial sector, and especially in steel and aluminium, as materials experts in high level consultancy and management positions, and in such diverse fields as polymers, recycling, biotechnology, archaeology, and academic research.

Admission requirementsApplicants must have a basic understanding of mathematics. University graduates with a BSc in fields such as Materials Science Engineering, (Applied) Physics, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Technology, or Aerospace Engineering are eligible for admission. Graduates with a Bachelor’s degree from a Dutch HBO are eligible for admission, but will be required to complete a bridging course comprised of mathematics and materials science modules. Applicants from non-Dutch universities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

For more informationwww.mse.msc.tudelft.nl

Dr. Michael JanssenProgramme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 85866


MSc Programme in Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineers design, develop and build an enormous range of technical systems and mechanisms for industry and consumers. At TU Delft, the fundamental goal of the MSc programme in Mechanical Engineering is to give students both a broad and an in-depth understanding of all mechanical engineering disciplines. The programme trains engineers to handle the entire process of innovative thinking, design, manufacturing and operation. Students select a track from among the six choices.

Programme Tracks•TransportationEngineering focuses

on the sustainable and effective development, design, construction and operation of marine and ground transport systems. Often this includes the integration of different modes of transportation.

•ControlEngineering is about the analysis and design of reliable high-performance measurement and control strategies for a wide variety of dynamic technological processes. The track places particular emphasis on two fields of industrial application: advanced process control and motion control for electromechanical and servohydraulic systems.

•SustainableProcessesandEnergyTechnologies gives students the technological knowledge and the theoretical, numerical and experimental skills to play an active role in the development of innovative new energy and process technologies. Students study key basic disciplines, including thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, process modelling and simulation, and process equipment design.

•PrecisionandMicrosystemsEngineering trains students in such disciplines as advanced simulation, mechatronics, smart Microsystems and high-precision production techniques – all of which play an integral role in the design and development of extremely small devices.

•BioMechanicalDesign focuses on systems designed to interact with biological systems (such as the human body), or systems that

follow the principles of biological systems (biomimetics). Examples are telemanipulation systems (surgical robots, offshore and space robots) and steerable endoscopes for intestinal examination using principles found in octopus tentacles.

•SolidandFluidMechanicsfocuses on the fundamentals of contemporary mechanics for applications in the design, modelling and control of all manner of structures and systems essential in our daily lives. Consistent with trends in the field, the emphasis in the programme is more on numerical models and techniques for the analysis and design of equipment and systems, rather than analytical approaches.

•MaterialsEngineeringandApplications covers the functions of existing materials and the design of new materials. Knowledge of materials is essential to optimise structures and to drive technological innovation. In the programme, students learn to utilise their knowledge in applications across a range of sectors: for example, light weight materials for the automotive industry, strong materials for offshore platforms, and materials capable of functioning normally in a radioactive environment.

Career prospectsGraduates of the programme have wide latitude in their career choices. Graduates of the programme have found positions with large multinationals such as Shell, AkzoNobel, Philips, Siemens, Stork, the Port of Rotterdam, NS, and various engineering firms. Many others continue at TU Delft with studies leading to a PhD.

Admission requirementsDutch applicants holding a BSc degree in Mechanical Engineering are eligible for admission. Other applicants may be admitted but may be required to enrol in a bridging programme, likegraduates with a Bachelor’s degree from a Dutch HBO. International applicants should meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements and will be evaluated on an individual basis.

For more informationwww.me.msc.tudelft.nl

Academic counsellor:Drs. Ton ValkT +31 (0)15 27 84923E [email protected]

MSc Coordinator, Transportation Engineering trackDr.ir. Dingena SchottT +31 (0)15 27 83130E [email protected] MSc Coordinator, Control Engineering trackDr. Peter HeubergerT +31 (0)15 27 85331E [email protected] MSc Coordinator, Sustainable Processes and Energy Technologies trackDr.ir.Carlos Infante FerraT +31 (0)15 27 84894E C.A.InfanteFerreira@

tudelft.nl MSc Coordinator, Precision and Microsystems Engineering trackIr. Jan NeveT +31 (0)15 27 86581E [email protected] MSc Coordinator, BioMechanical Design trackDr. Dimitra DodouT +31 (0)15 27 84211E [email protected] MSc Coordinator, Solid and Fluid Mechanics trackDr. Rene DelfosT +31 (0)15 27 82963E [email protected]


MSc in Offshore Engineering

More than 70 percent of the earth’s surface is covered by water. Offshore engineering is all about applying technologies to the difficult offshore environment: developing systems for the resource recovery from the earth’s seabed, laying underwater cables, and designing fixed and floating platforms for the oil and gas industry, dredging vessels for the dredging industry, dredging equipment for land reclamation projects, and offshore wind farms. At TU Delft, the MSc programme in Offshore Engineering prepares skilled professionals for careers working on the design and development of all sorts of manmade structures and equipment for offshore use. Offshore Engineering offers specialisations in Bottom Founded (Fixed) Structures, Floating Structures, and Dredging Engineering

Career prospectsThe offshore and dredging industry is an expanding sector with a

presence all around the globe. Most employment opportunities are in the private sector with companies such as Shell Oil, Heerema, All Seas, Bluewater, Gusto Engineering, Huisman Itrec, Boskalis Dredging, IHC, and Van Oord Dredging and Marine Contractors.

Admission requirementsStudents with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Technology or Civil Engineering from a Dutch HBO are eligible for admission, but will be required to complete a bridging course. Students with BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Technology, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics or equivalent from a Dutch university of technology, and international applicants with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Technology, Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering or equivalent will be considered for the programme, but international

students must meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements and will be evaluated on an individual basis. Students with degrees in other fields should consult the programme coordinator.

MSc Programme in Media and Knowledge Engineering

In the ‘Information Age’, it is essential that we manage information well and that we are able to interact with it easily and efficiently. The aim of the Master’s programme in Media and Knowledge Engineering is to give engineers the skills they will need to design and refine applications for the handling, processing, storing, accessing, presentation and use of information. Graduates will acquire the skills to design and build intelligent systems for information and knowledge processing and to design, create and test intelligent user interfaces. These are skills of vital importance in the processing of medical images, the encoding of audio and video data, the design of secure and private digital data management systems, and in speech recognition, games, multimedia retrieval systems, and artificial intelligence.

Career prospectsThe skills acquired by graduates of the programme are much sought after by firms developing interactive web applications and incorporating intelligent user-friendly interfaces into professional equipment and consumer products. Graduates have accepted positions at firms such as Philips, TNO, Océ and Logica, multimedia and gaming companies such as Lost Boys, Green Dino, Cyclomedia, Code Illusions and Triumph Studios, and in the health care industry.

Admission requirementsApplicants with a Bachelor’s degree from a Dutch HBO, a BSc from a Dutch university, or a Bachelor’s degree from an international university are eligible to enrol in the programme.

For more informationwww.mke.msc.tudelft.nl

Dr. E.A. HendriksProgramme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 86269E [email protected]

For more informationwww.oe.msc.tudelft.nl

Dr. S.A. MiedemaDirector of StudiesT +31 (0)15 27 88359E [email protected]

Ir. G. TolProgramme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 89445E [email protected]

Prof. C.A. Willemse, MBADepartment HeadT +31 (0)15 27 84777E [email protected]


The Science Education and Communication programme bridges the gap between science and technology on the one hand and society on the other. There are two separate tracks within the programme. The Science Communication track prepares you for positions facilitating the transfer of knowledge between scientists and key players in industry and government, or between scientists and the general public. You will deepen your knowledge of science and technology through advanced studies and learn to apply principles of communication theory to situations where effective communication of complex scientific concepts is required. This track is taught in English. The Science Education track prepares you for a career as a teacher of mathematics, physics, chemistry or computer science, and is only taught in Dutch. In the programme, you will deepen

your knowledge of the subjects you will teach, and gain extensive teaching skills. The programme also covers the development of educational programmes and materials, and includes a period of practical training.

Career prospectsBecause they serve as bridges between science and technology and society, Science Communication graduates have key roles to play in industry and business, government, the media, research institutes and universities, and NGOs. The Track in Science Education focuses primarily on a career in Dutch upper secondary general education institutions (HAVO and VWO).

Admission requirementsDutch applicants should check www.studiekeuze123.nl for requirements. International applicants should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in one of the sciences or in engineering,

and proof of English proficiency. Please note that the English requirements for this programme are higher than for the other TU Delft programmes. A TOEFL-iBT score of at least 100 or IELTS (academic version) overall Band score of at least 7.0 is required. More details can be obtained on www.3tu.nl.

For more informationwww.sec.msc.tudelft.nl

For national applicantsMartin JacobsProgramme CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 85594E [email protected]

For international applicantsMs Tamara BacsikInternational Recruitment OfficerT +31 (0)15 27 88180E [email protected]

MSc Programme in Science Education and Communication

MSc Programme in Strategic Product Design

Great products don’t just happen. The MSc programme in Strategic Product Design offers the tools to successfully exploit market opportunities – and create great products – by thinking strategically about product design and development.

With the help of techniques such as market and trend analyses, and by giving consideration to future scenarios, government policies, environmental requirements and new technologies, you gain insight into the processes that drive strategic product design. Ultimately, you will acquire the skills to help companies to conceptualise, develop and introduce strategically sound, sustainable and commercially successful products and services for clients and customers who live and act in the real world.

Career prospectsGraduates are ready to move into positions as strategic designers, product or brand managers, new

product development project leaders, innovation consultants, design and brand consultants, and innovation managers. Some graduates choose to go into research, either in the commercial world or in academia. SPD graduates have been hired by firms such as TomTom, Philips, Océ, TNT, KPN, T-Mobile, L’Oreal, Samsung, DSM, Fronteer Strategy, and Sunidee.

Admission requirementsApplicants holding a BSc degree in Strategic Product Design from TUE en UT will be admitted to the programme without conditions. Depending on previous training and competence, applicants with another university level BSc may be admitted to the programme but they will be required to enrol in a bridging programme. Applicants holding a relevant Dutch HBO degree such as Human Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Human Movement Technology, Management Science, Civil

For more informationwww.spd.msc.tudelft.nl


International applicantsInternational Office IDET +31 (0)15 27 81077E internationaloffice-io@

tudelft.nl

Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Engineering Design & Innovation are eligible for admission after completing a bridging programme.


MSc Programme in Sustainable Energy Technology

The programme provides engineers with broad-based, interdisciplinary knowledge of technologies and systems which influence the sustainable generation of energy. The programme includes a number of basic courses such as physical transport phenomena and electrical power engineering, as well as specialised courses in fields such as energy from biomass, solar energy, wind energy, hydrogen as a sustainable energy carrier and intelligent electrical networks. Three quarters of the programme is devoted to science and engineering modules, and one quarter includes social science modules which address societal and economic aspects of energy technology. At the end of the first year, students are involved in combined studies of various sustainable energy sources as part of a systems integration project. There is also the opportunity for an industrial internship. Students undertake a research project and thesis in their field of interest in the second year of the programme.

The MSc programme in Sustainable Energy Technology is a joint programme of the 3TU.Federation of the three universities of technology

in the Netherlands. Course modules are similar at all three universities. Students may carry out their Master’s thesis research at any of the three universities, depending on their choice of research subject.

Career prospectsSustainable energy engineers will be able to command positions in many areas of industry. Engineers with broad knowledge of sustainable energy will not only be needed in the energy industry and related sectors such as supply and transmission, but also as consultants to these sectors, and for research into renewable energy solutions in engineering, production, transport and infrastructure.

Admission requirementsDutch applicants should refer to www.studiekeuze123.nl for requirements. International applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of science or engineering such as Applied Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Maritime Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

For more informationwww.set.msc.tudelft.nl

For international applicantsMs. Tamara BacsikInternational Recruitment OfficerT +31 (0)15 27 88180E [email protected]

For national applicantsDr. Hans ZoeteliefProgramme Coordinator and Admissions OfficerT +31 (0)15 27 88987E [email protected]


MSc Programme in Systems and Control

The MSc programme in Systems and Control covers the analysis and design of reliable high-performance measurement and control strategies for a wide variety of dynamic technological processes. It focuses on fundamental generic aspects of systems and control engineering and stresses the multidisciplinary nature of the field, with applications in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, applied physics, chemical engineering and aerospace engineering. The programme brings together issues of physical modelling, experiment design, signal analysis and estimation, model-based control design and optimisation, and hardware and software, with a focus on how they relate to various types of highly complex systems at scales ranging from extremely small to very large. The MSc programme in Systems and Control is a joint programme of the 3TU.Federation of the three universities of technology in the Netherlands.

Career prospectsGraduates from this programme find jobs across numerous sectors of industry, in management, design, research, development and technical departments. Because complex systems are increasingly important in contemporary society, engineers

with expertise in systems and control are much sought after to provide expert advice about smart products and capital equipment. They are also involved in sales of such systems. Engineers may also successfully opt for a career in academia, where they are in high demand.

Admission requirementsStudents with an BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Technical Mathematics or Technical Computer Science from a Dutch university of technology or a university that is part of the IDEA League are eligible for admission. In some cases, students will be required to use one or two electives to compensate for academic deficiencies. Applicants with BSc degrees in other fields will be judged on a case by case basis. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, Aerospace Engineering and other comparable programmes from a Dutch HBO are eligible for admission, following completion of a bridging programme of 30 ECs.

For more informationwww.sc.msc.tudelft.nl

Mr. Ton van den BoomMSc CoordinatorT +31 (0)15 27 84052E [email protected]


The purpose of the Master's Programme in Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis and Management (SEPAM) is to educate students to become designers and managers of large-scale and complex multi-actor systems within technology domains such as transport and logistics (TIL), information and communication technology (ICT), industrial production and energy (EWI) or land-use and development (LUD). The programme provides students with the capability to apply technical knowledge in the world of management, and focuses on engineering and decision-making processes at this interface between the public and private sectors. Students will gain the ability to design and manage the engineering process of large, complex, often messy problems in which social, political, organisational and technical elements must all be given consideration. In this programme, you will learn how to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, to make sound judgments in the absence of complete data and to communicate your conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences. You will engage in a multi-disciplinary study programme gaining knowledge and experience in systems engineering, decision analysis and modelling, and multi-actor management and governance.

Career prospectsSEPAM graduates are equally comfortable speaking to technical experts and to management, and often work in interdisciplinary environments graduates of SEPAM are especially appreciated in both the private and the public sector for their systematic approaches to problem solving, their analytical thinking and their knack for asking the right questions. Many of our graduates are currently working in governmental ministries; large organisations such as Shell, Unilever, Heineken, Philips, and ING; consultancy firms; and public organisations (Ministries, large agencies and NGOs). Many others have launched their own ventures.

Admission requirementsApplicants who have earned a multi-disciplinary technical BSc from a university are eligible for admission. Applicants with a mono-disciplinary technical BSc degree from a university are eligible for admission after completing the bridging programme. Applicants with a multi-disciplinary Bachelor’s degree from a Dutch HBO are eligible for admission, but must first complete the bridging programme.

For more informationwww.sepam.msc.tudelft.nl

Academic CounsellorsMs. Marja Brandt, Danielle Rietdijk en Jeanette BloklandE studieadviseurs-tbm@

tudelft.nl

International Academic CounsellorMs. Toke HoekE internationaloffice-tbm@

tudelft.nl

Programme managerDr.ir. Marijn JanssenT +31 (0)15 2781140E [email protected]

MSc Programme in Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis and Management


Transport and logistic systems and their infrastructures are increasingly taxed to their limits in the developed world, while in developing nations, poor roads and inadequate infrastructure often constitute insurmountable barriers to economic growth. In both cases, it is no exaggeration to assert that transport, logistics and infrastructure issues are also security issues. The purpose of the Master’s programme in Transport, Infrastructure and Logistics (TIL) is to give graduates the skills they will require to address the pressing needs of societies at all levels of development to design, develop and maintain cost-effective, efficient systems for moving people and goods.

Career prospectsGraduates will find a wide range of career opportunities in ministries and other government agencies,

consulting firms, research institutes, public transit companies, real estate development companies, engineering and construction firms, and employers in many similar sectors. Many students also pursue advanced academic studies.

Admission requirementsGraduates with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study of a Dutch HBO who have achieved an average mark of at least 7.5 may be considered for admission after completing a bridging course. Students with a BSc degree from TU Delft or one of the other Universities of Technology in the Netherlands will be considered for admission. International students with a technological or natural sciences background are invited to apply for admission. IDEA League students may apply for the programme before they have finished their Bachelor’s degree.

For more informationwww.til.msc.tudelft.nl

Academic CounsellorMr. K.O. KarsenT +31 (0)15 27 83337E [email protected]

Programme ManagerMr. M.W. LudemaT +31 (0)15 27 81885E [email protected]

MSc Programme in Transport, Infrastructure and Logistics

“For me Delft was a good decision. The coursesare interesting. Professors are clear andapproachable. There are plenty of interestingassignments, and if you have a problem, both

PhD students and your professor are there to help. There are lots of opportunities for thesis study and a nice balance between theory and practice. After an assignment, it is nice to see things you learn are used in real life. The learning material is hard, but not too hard for someone willing to work. The textbooks are understandable. The most important thing I learned? Probably organising my work well and working effectively in a group of skilled people. And the Dutch? Great! They all speak English and have a good sense of humour. I took two free Dutch language courses which were useful, and I made lots of international friends. Student travel cards and the country’s central location mean travel across Europe is easy and cheap too.”

Aysegul Danaci [Turkey]MSc Systems & Control

Postgraduate opportunities at Delft are legion. Here you will find an overviewof other postgraduate options TU Delft has on offer. Please note that theseprogrammes have varying admission requirements, application procedures,tuition fees and facilities.

Traineeships in engineering design – PDEng programmesInitiated on the request of high-tech industry, designer programmes correspond very closely to industry needs. They integrate technology, life sciences and business disciplines to fast-track your career. The trainee creatively applies science and technology in the industrial environment and translates academic findings in products. The traineeship also provides a unique opportunity to invest in your own personal development by working with fellow trainees from all over the world in a salaried position. You use your open and creative mind and critical attitude to find innovative solutions for design problems. Upon graduation the title Professional Doctorate in Engineering (PDEng) is awarded; for those pursuing careers in the high tech industry, the title is of enormous value.

Designer Programme Process and Equipment Website www.pdeng.tudelft.nl/ped

Designer Programme Bioprocess Engineering Website www.pdeng.tudelft.nl/bpe

Designer Programme Bioproduct Design Website www.pdeng.tudelft.nl/bpd

4. Other postgraduate opportunities at TU Delft


“In the Science Education and Communication programme I chose the Communication track to develop qualities beyond the maths skills I already had. I chose mathematics as I liked it; I switched to SEC because I am a social person and wanted to combine maths with other aspects of business. The change was hard but interesting, from models, theorems and proofs to communicating science with its pool of concepts, thoughts and practice. Currently I am doing my graduation project at the National Aerospace Laboratory NLR in Amsterdam. I am looking at queuing at air terminals to reduce waiting times.

Here I was able to combine two aspects of the Master’s. The mathematical model needed study of passenger motivation and behaviour. The research led to some important model features.

What I noticed from visiting company fairs like “De Delftse Bedrijvendagen” is that all sorts of companies are interested in my combined social science/technology profile, from Shell to Corus to Philips. I still have some months to go and then it’s up to me to choose.”

Chris Kuijper [The Netherlands]MSc Science Education and Communication


The library is an ideal place to study.


Post-Master EducationEuropean postgraduate Masters in Urbanism

Four leading European universities – UPC Barcelona, TU Delft, KU Leuven andUniversitá IUAV di Venezia have designed a joint two-year full-time EuropeanPostgraduate Master’s programme in Urbanism: Strategies and Design for Citiesand Territories. The four universities subscribe to the European conviction thaturbanism is a socially responsible discipline targeting the improvement of livingconditions of all citizens. But they differ radically in their approaches, which weredeveloped in response to their different geographical, historical and culturalcontexts. This course offers students valuable experience in differing cultural, disciplinary and physical landscapes. Website www.emurbanism.eu

Postgraduate programmes by Delft TopTechDelft TopTech is TU Delft’s School of Executive Education and is dedicated to helping mid-career professionals and managers to develop and organise their education. All Delft TopTech programmes are geared to the high standards and accreditation requirements maintained by Delft University of Technology. They are designed to strengthen the innovative and executive talents of individuals and organisations, in both the private and public sectors. All the programmes below have been developed and are conducted in close cooperation with industry, government, Delft University of Technology and academia in general.

•MBAinBusiness&IT•Master’sinEnergysystems(conductedinDutch)•Master’sinIndustrialEcology•Master’sinITManagement•Master’sinPublicSafety(conductedinDutch)•Master’sinRailsystems(conductedinDutch)•Master’sinRetailDesign&Management•Master’sinSafety,Health&Environment•Master’sinSecurityScience&Management(conductedinDutch)•Master’sinSpaceSystemsEngineering•Master’sinTelecommunicationManagement

Website www.delft-toptech.nl/en

‘The right

approach to tackle

management tasks

in high-tech firms’

“When I chose Management of Technology I was working for the Bolivian government and I wanted to fill the knowledge gap between administrative and technical areas. I came to

Delft looking for a programme to enable me to pursue this clear goal in my life, and also for international experience in a technology university. I chose it because I think it is very up-to-date, and in an interesting part of the world, far from my home. It is answering my hopes. The programme is giving me those skills to have the right approach to face management tasks in high-tech firms.

I think some of the most important things I have learned here are not written in any book. They are not even linked to science or academic things. It is simply living and studying here that are so important. For me it is the first time I spend abroad for such a long time. Being far away from my family and friends in Bolivia, I have learned to appreciate them and to express that to them.”

Edgardo Silva [Bolivia]MSc Management of Technology


PhD studentsTU Delft has eight faculties and various research institutes equipped for and dedicated to innovative research. Each faculty offers PhD positions; students work for a period of four years on independent research and complete their doctoral dissertations in preparation for careers as independent researchers. Successful PhD candidates are awarded a PhD degree. Each PhD student works with a super-visor who offers guidance and assists the candidate in securing access to research facilities. As this document was going to press, the University was in the process of establishing a TU Delft Graduate School. If you are interested in pursuing a PhD at TU Delft, we refer you to our website www.tudelft.nl for an overview of the research programmes and opportunities. You may also wish to directly contact the individual faculties, institutes or groups, or apply to fill vacancies announced on our online job sites. Sites: www.jobsindelft.com and www.academictransfer.nl/org.More general information can be found at www.phd.tudelft.nl

In 3mE's Biorobotics Lab, students work on biologically inspired designs for robots.

If you are a student with a BSc degree from a Dutch university and you are considering doing a TU Delft Master’s programme, you are well advised to familiarise yourself with practical matters discussed in this chapter. If you earned your degree outside the Netherlands, please consult the following chapter.

5. Practical information for applicants with a Dutch degree

Admission requirements

TU Delft BSc degree

Students who hold a BSc degree from TU Delft are admitted if the main subject focus in the BSc phase is related to the MSc degree course they intend to pursue. The MSc programmes in Management of Technology, and Engineering and Policy Analysis are open to all students who have achieved good BSc grades in technology or science. The programme’s Board of Examiners decide on the admission of TU Delft applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in a different discipline.

A matrix developed for each of the Bachelor’s programmes at the 3TU partner universities indicates the availability of transfer options to the Master’s programmes. Please refer to www.3tudoorstroommatrix.nl

Admission HBO students

Students with a degree from a Dutch University of Applied Sciences (HBO) may transfer to a TU Delft Master's degree programme. You may be admitted if the main subject of your degree is closely related to the

Master's programme you intend to pursue, and you have passed the Mathematics and English entrance exams. For most MSc programmes you are required to follow a ‘bridging’ programme to compensate for subjects not covered in sufficient depth during the HBO programme (for example mathematics & physics).

HBO students may take the bridging programme in two ways: 1. After completing the HBO degree programme; 2. During their HBO studies: you take the bridging programme as a minor subject. After completion of the HBO programme you can progress to the related academic programme. This option is only available to students at one of the Universities of Applied Sciences (HBOs) with which TU Delft has signed a covenant. More information is available at www.hbodoorstroom.tudelft.nl

Students with other Dutch

university BSc degrees

If you earned your BSc degree at another university, the Board of Examiners will decide whether or not you are eligible to be admitted directly to the MSc programme.


Application procedure

1: Apply to Studielink

New students wishing to begin their studies in September 2011 should apply through tudelft.studielink.nl. Please make certain that you apply before 1 August 2011. At this site you can also apply for student grants and loans known in Dutch as ‘studiefinanciering’.

2: Signing up at TU Delft

Have you applied via StudieLink? The central student administration organisation CSA will further process the application. CSA will inform you about your registration between mid June and the second week of August 2011.

Last-minute applications

If you decide to apply to TU Delft shortly before or even shortly after the start of the new academic year, then you should apply immediately through StudieLink and contact the Central Student Administration ([email protected]) to ensure that your application is processed as quickly as possible.

Money zoneStudying costs money. In addition to the traditional costs of living and insurance coverage, there are a number of study-related costs. Below is an overview of the tuition fees. Depending on the course of study, books will typically cost between € 250 and € 750 a year. Student and study associations may offer discounts, second hand books are often available and many books can be borrowed from the faculty or

university libraries. For most course of study there are additional materials you must purchase, such as readers, but the costs of these are are generally modest.

Tuition fees TU Delft Master

Students in 2011

•EU/EFTAnationals€1,672•Non-EU/EFTAnationals€12,500

Starting up – the Welcoming week What is known as the ‘OWee’ in Dutch (Ontvangstweek) is the orientation week for all new Delft students. As a university town, Delft has a strong student culture and new arrivals are well advised to get to know as much about it as they can during this week. OWee, which is a tradition dating back more than 35 years, provides essential information on all aspects of student life. The new student learns about Delft, the university’s many facilities, and the numerous student and sport associations. Naturally the week also facilitates contacts with future student friends.

EU countries:Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom

EFTA countries:Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland


Studying and living in the Netherlands

Dutch language courses

‘Goedemorgen. Hoe gaat het?’ ‘Mag ik twee jus d’orange?’ ‘Good morning. How are you? May I have two glasses of orange juice please?’ Although the MSc programmes are taught in English and most people in the Netherlands communicate well enough in English, it is useful and fun to be able to speak some Dutch. TU Delft’s Institute of Technology and Communication offers a range of Dutch language courses. You may register for participation shortly after arriving in Delft. The courses are free of charge for our MSc students. Website www.delftsemethode.nl

Activities for international studentsTU Delft organises a number of activities for international students during the academic year to help make their time in Delft truly memorable. These activities include excursions to typically Dutch locations like the Delta Works, a major civil engineering

If you hold a non-Dutch (international) BSc degree, this is the chapter that covers the practical matters you should be familiar with prior to starting studies in Delft. It also covers the various services available to make starting up and studying as successful as possible. If you received your diploma from a Dutch institution then you should consult the previous chapter.

project designed to protect the province of Zeeland from the sea, and the Keukenhof, a park with millions of tulips, hyacinths and daffodils. Activities also include Delft’s traditional Friday Nights, international student evenings organised by and for TU Delft’s international students. These Friday Nights give students the chance to get to know one another and learn more about other international students’ countries and cultures.

Travel and transport

In the Netherlands almost everyone owns a bike. This means of transport, which is cheap and ideal for short distances, is very popular amongst students. There are several shops which sell reasonably priced second-hand bicycles. Public transport is safe, clean and efficient. The Netherlands has more than 350 railway stations. Fast intercity trains link up the main cities and slow trains operate between the smaller towns.


6. Practical information for applicants with an international degree

For € 55 you can purchase a reduction card which entitles you to 40% reductions on each ticket you buy, provided that you travel after 9.00 a.m. International train services also mean that a number of international hotspots are within easy reach. Brussels is only 2 hours away and it will only take you 4 hours to reach Paris. For the shorter distances you can easily travel by tram or bus. In addition to Schiphol Airport, the Netherlands has several smaller airports (like the one in Rotterdam) from which flights are available for weekend trips to European destinations slightly further a field, such as Paris, Berlin or Milan. Discount travel companies such as ‘Easy Jet’, and ‘Ryan Air’ sometimes offer tickets at incredibly low prices. Before embarking on an international trip we would advise you to first establish whether or not you require a visa for the country you are intending to visit.

Pastoral care and religion

Freedom of worship is a fundamental right in the Netherlands and religion is seen as something that is very personal.

Dutch church-goers are split fairly evenly between Roman Catholics and Protestants. There are also over one million Muslims living in the Netherlands, as well as various other religious minorities such as Buddhists and Hindus. The International Student Chaplaincy (ISC) helps international students of different religious persuasions to feel at home in Delft. Muslim students are welcome to worship at one of the mosques located in Delft. On Friday afternoon, prayers are held in different locations on campus.Website ISC: www.iscnetherlands.nl

International Office

Going abroad to study is a big step. It involves living alone, being away from your family, going to a different country and often, being confronted with different ways of learning. This is all very nice and exciting but there is no denying that it can also be quite tough at times. Should you have any problems or questions, Education and Student Affairs can provide all the help you need. The department can advise you on a wide range of


issues relating to matters such as accommodation, university enrolment, insurance, residence permits and legal questions. If you have personal problems you can make an appointment with one of the student psychologists. For students who are disabled this is the place that can put you in touch with a specialised counsellor. During office hours (9.00 to 17.00) the information desk is open to all students (see also Contact Information).

Services for MSc students

Accommodation

The International Office of TU Delft can arrange housing accommodations for enrolled MSc students. As the number of incoming international students is increasing, housing is limited. Unfortunately accommodation is therefore is not guaranteed. The rent for private student units averages between € 450 and € 600 per month and includes gas, water, electricity, internet connections and municipal taxes. If you wish to rent a unit, you sign a one-year contract upon arrival in Delft. You are also required to pay a cash deposit of approximately € 300 for

mediation and administration. After the first year, you will be given the opportunity to extend the contract for the second year of your studies. Please note that these contracts can only be cancelled if you terminate your studies and officially withdraw from TU Delft as a student. This amount will be reimbursed once the contract period has elapsed, provided that you leave your room in the state you found it in when you arrived. The housing corporation will inspect your room before you move out. Unfortunately, TU Delft can only provide accommodation for MSc students. We are unable to provide accommodation for spouses or children. Please note that the monthly rent and the deposit have to be covered by you.

An airport ‘meet and greet’ service

Each year TU Delft fixes a number of ‘Meet and Greet’ days for the purposes of welcoming and meeting MSc students upon arrival at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport. The dates of these days will be given in the admission information. On the ‘Meet and Greet’ days, a TU Delft contact person will meet you at Schiphol Airport and accompany you to Delft.


“During my Bachelor in Engineering Physics at De Haagse Hogeschool I took the second year introduction to quantum mechanics at TU Delft. The lively way this course was taught, with real-

life examples from the frontiers of research, made me choose Applied Physics at Delft. With the support of my academic counsellor, I quickly adapted to university ways. I feel Delft Master programmes really teach a different way of thinking and are not simply an extension of the skills and knowledge taught earlier. A second reason for choosing to do my Master’s at TU Delft is because of the huge choice in setting the curriculum. Now, almost finished, I can say that my first experience was quite typical. Teaching staff are enthusiastic and often expert, many do ground-breaking research in their subjects. This results in high quality education for the students. Besides specific technical knowledge you also learn a more generally applicable style of problem solving.”

Arjan Verduijn [The Netherlands]MSc Applied Physics

“It was an honour for me to study at Delft. Before I came I knew it was a good university but I learned how many more opportunities and

facilities there were than I expected. The friendly environment makes it relaxing and easy to study. And it was fun being in such an international environment; classmates from many different countries made the training cultural and social as well as technical. I learned almost as much from them as my professors. The first year was tough with all its intensive courses but worth it all. I think most students felt that. I realised there was a lot more to go for and that was my motivation to come back to university after having worked for some time. I love doing research and inventing new stuff and this will be a great opportunity for me to create a really enjoyable career I shall be doing my PhD here too.”

Arash Noroozi [Iran]MSc Microelectronics

Introduction week

The Introduction week is a preparatory course for all international students enrolling in one of TU Delft’s Master’s programmes. The main objective of the introduction week is to prepare you thoroughly, but in a pleasant way, for participation in the TU Delft educational system and to introduce you to issues related to technological development in the Netherlands and in Western Europe as a whole. The important elements of the introduction week are to learn all about teamwork, oral and written communication and interdisciplinary study. The Introduction programme constitutes an excellent introduction to Delft, to getting to know your fellow students and to settling down in Delft. The Introduction week is free of charge and takes place in the last week of August. All students are obliged to participate.

Supplementary services for non-EU/EFTA nationals

Visa

If you require a visa to enter the Netherlands, TU Delft will mediate for you. Your visa will normally be issued within six weeks of TU Delft’s submitting the visa application to the Ministry of

Justice’s Immigration and Naturalisation Department. Before TU Delft can apply for your visa, we must have proof that your financial resources meet the criteria laid down by the Dutch Ministry of Justice. You should be able to finance the first year’s tuition fee and provide enough money to cover all the first year’s living expenses (approximately € 8,000). This amount for living expenses has been set by the Dutch Naturalisation and Immigrations Services but does not necessarily reflect the actual cost of living.) TU Delft can only apply for your visa once the first year’s tuition fee sum has been received together with the amount required to cover living expenses. We will reimburse the amount intended to cover your first year’s living expenses by paying that into your Dutch bank account shortly after your arrival in Delft. Unfortunately TU Delft can only arrange visas for MSc students, not for their partners or other relatives.

Health & liability insurance

In the Netherlands it is compulsory to have health and liability insurance. TU Delft will arrange the appropriate insurance for you. The insurance provided will cover all normal medical treatment requirements. It will not, however, include costs for the treatment of

Please note:Students with a scholarship that covers all expenses related to the first year of the MSc programme do not have to pay the quoted amount for the visa application if the scholarship organisation is recognised by TU Delft.


EU countries:Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, The Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom

EFTA countries:Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland

existing ailments, which could have been treated in your home country before coming to the Netherlands, or costs for hospital treatment if there are sound medical grounds for postponing the treatment until you return to your home country. You will receive your insurance policy upon arrival at TU Delft. Please note that you will be responsible for paying the monthly premium of approximately € 40.

Admission requirements and application proceduresIn order to be considered for admission to a Master’s programme you need to meet TU Delft’s general admission requirements. Some programmes have specific requirements, please take a thorough look at the programme’s information on www.master.tudelft.nl. A programme selection committee will evaluate each individual application to decide whether the applicant can be admitted. The admission decision will be communicated to you by e-mail and post. We will confirm receipt of your application by e-mail.

You can apply during the final year of your Bachelor’s studies.

The first step in the application procedure is to fill in the online application form on the website. Please note that the University can only start processing once it has received copies of the application documents listed below (on paper, not in electronic form). Incomplete applications and applications submitted by e-mail or fax cannot be processed.

For an overview of the application deadlines, please check the box on the next page.

You will not have to pay an application fee if we receive your complete application (online form plus application documents) by 1 November 2010. After this date you will be charged a non-refundable application fee of € 50.

‘Often expert, many do ground-breaking research in their subject.’


1. Certified copies of documents should bear the original logo and the original stamp of the office that issued the original document. Certified translations may, alternatively, bear the original logo and stamp of the sworn translator who did the translation. Letters of reference should bear the original signature.

2. Please note that if you are in the process of obtaining your BSc degree, you may also apply for admission to an MSc programme at TU Delft. You may be conditionally admitted to TU Delft on the basis of your provisional transcript and detailed information on the curriculum, relevant research and the anticipated graduation date. The conditional admission letter will include the deadline date for obtaining your degree.

“I already have a degree in structural engineering from the UK and what I can say about my master in Delft is that it completes my training with a strong practical approach.

And for someone in building, the Netherlands is perfect: the Dutch have a long history and they more or less built their country themselves. For me, a great gift of the programme was the internship I did with DHV, an instructive and eye-opening experience. It gave me confidence in myself and showed me how Dutch construction companies work. Now I work as a junior structural engineer at DHV while simultaneously working on my graduation thesis. Most important lesson of the study? Buy a Filofax! Time is short. Delft offers a fun student life but also motivation for study. It is not a large town and that creates the feeling of being in a family community. The university offers plenty of opportunities for sports and culture and the town has activities throughout the year.”

Evridiki Kiniakou [Greece]MSc Civil Engineering

What do I need to apply? What documents do I send in as proof?

1A. A good university BSc degree in a main subject closely related to the MSc programme to which you are applying.... Exceptions: Management of Technology, Engineering and Policy Analysis and Science Education & Communication, to which all students holding a technology or science degree may be admitted.

1A. A certified copy of your original academic degree (or degrees) in the original language.Is the document in a language other than English, French, German or Dutch? Then you must also provide a certified translation of your academic degree (or degrees) in one of these 4 languages.

1B. ....or proof that you have nearly completed a BSc programme whose main subject is closely related to the MSc programme to which you are applying.

1B. A statement from your university confirming that you are in the last year of your undergraduate studies

2. A BSc Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 75% of the scale maximum.

2A. A certified copy of your transcript (or transcripts) in the original language.2B. Is the document above in a language other than English, French, German or Dutch? Then must also provide a certified translation of your academic degree (or degrees) in one of these 4 languages.

3. Proof of English language proficiency (certificates older than two years are not accepted):•ATOEFL(TestofEnglishasaForeignLanguage)

score of at least 90 (internet-based test). Please note that we only accept the TOEFL internet-based test.

•orIELTS(academicversion)overallBandscoreofat least 6.5.

•orproofthatyouhavepassedtheUniversityofCambridge ‘Certificate of Proficiency in English’ or the University of Cambridge ‘Certificate in Advanced English’

As the whole process of collecting information, registering for the tests and receiving the test results may take several months, we advise you to register for the IELTS or TOEFL several months before starting your application.

Nationals of the People’s Republic of China only: A NUFFIC certificate as proof of your English language proficiency. In order to obtain the NUFFIC certificate you will need to take the IELTS or TOEFL internet-based test.

Only nationals from the USA, U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and Canada are exempt from the proof of English language proficiency requirement.

3. An original report providing:•TheofficialTOEFLcertificate(theTOEFL

organisation can send the score directly to TU Delft if you supply them with the university code 0031)

•OrtheofficialIELTScertificate(academicversion)•OrtheUniversityofCambridge‘Certificateof

Proficiency in English’, or the University of Cambridge ‘Certificate in Advanced English’.

4. A clear and relevant essay in English (2,000 - 3,000 words) addressing the following:•YourmotivationfortakingtheMScprogrammeof

your choice. •Whyyouwishtopursuethisprogrammeabroad

and/or in the Netherlands in particular. •WhyyouareinterestedinTUDelft.•IfthereareoptionalspecialisationsintheMaster’s

programme of your choice: which specialisation(s) interest you most, and why?

•ExamplesofthreeMaster’sthesistopicsthatinterest you and with an explanation of your particular interest.

•Abriefsummary(maximum250words)ofthethesis work or the final assignment done for your Bachelor’s programme, including information on the credits earned, grade, and full workload.

4. An essay in English (2,000 - 3,000 words)

5. Two reference letters in English, French, German or Dutch:1. one from an official of the faculty from which you

obtained your degree 2. one from your employer or another person in

authority, e.g. your Bachelor’s thesis supervisor.

5. Two reference letters

6. An extensive résumé (curriculum vitae) written in English.

6. Your curriculum vitae

7. Proof of identity 7. A photocopy of the page (or pages) of your passport that give your name, date of birth, place of birth and the passport expiration date.


Application deadlines:15 September 2010 Start of the online application procedure

1 November 2010Application deadline for students wishing to apply for scholarships

1 April 2011Application deadline for all other students

For a detailed overview of the application schedule: www.tudelft.nl

Please note: Selection for the MSc programmes in Architecture Urbanism & Building Sciences, Design for Interaction and Integrated Product Design is partly based on a portfolio containing your BSc study projects, including the graduation project. Applicants for these programmes are required to send a digital portfolio. The specific requirements for these programmes are described on the programme’s websites.

Money zoneAnnual tuition fees for TU Delft

Master’s programmes

• EU/EFTAnationals:€1,672• Non-EU/EFTAnationals:

€ 12,500

Please note:• ThevariousTUDelftjoint

programmes have their own individual tuition fees.

• Inordertoalignthetuitionfeeswith the actual costs of the programmes, tuition fees for non-EU students who commence their programmes as of Fall 2011 had to be raised.

• TuitionfeesforTUDelft’sprogrammes are reviewed annually. You are strongly advised to visit our website for the most up-to-date tuition fee information.

Living and other expenses

The cost of living and studying, which includes such things as food, accommodation, transport, books, compulsory health insurance, social life expenses and study trip costs, is estimated to be, on average, € 850 to € 1,100 per month. In addition, you will need approximately € 1,500 to cover all initial settling-in expenses.

Study and work

Dutch law allows foreign students to work part-time while studying, but stipulates that income from employment should be viewed as ‘additional’. In fact, this means that you should be able to finance your MSc programme without working. Non-EU/EFTA nationals are permitted to work a maximum of 10 hours per week or 3 months full-time during the summer holiday period, which falls in June, July and August. Please note that your residence permit will be retracted if you work more. A work permit, to be applied for by the employer, is compulsory. EU/EFTA nationals do not need work permits. Several of the job centres (uitzendbureau’s) are willing to mediate in finding part-time jobs for students in the business and industrial sectors.

Jobs are not always available and you may also come up against a language problem. Any employment you find should at least fit in with your study schedule. We would advise you to first concentrate on settling in and, if you want to find work, to start looking for a job once your study is well under way.

Scholarships & awards for excellent TU Delft admitted students Numerous scholarships are awarded to TU Delft admitted students with exceptional promise and outstanding academic achievement by specific faculties, departments and industry partners. Consideration for these scholarships requires students to have been admitted to their MSc programme; there is typically no separate application procedure. Selected scholarship recipients will be notified directly by the university.

TU Delft Scholarships for excellent

students

Eligibility: Excellent applicants admitted to one of TU Delft’s MSc programmes Value: From partial tuition waivers to full scholarshipsMore information: www.scholarships.tudelft.nl

Justus en Louisa van Effen

Eligibility: Excellent applicants admitted to one of TU Delft’s MSc programmes Value: Full scholarshipsMore information: www.scholarships.tudelft.nl

Other opportunities at TU Delft

Some faculties, such as the faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences, the faculty of Applied Sciences and the faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science, offer other scholarship opportunities in cooperation with NESO offices or industry. More information: www.scholarships.tudelft.nl

During your stay in Delft you can expect to spend between € 850 and € 1,100 per month on living expenses. This does not include tuition fees.Example of a student's monthly budget (€ 920 in total): Housing: €500Food: €180Health insurance: € 40Clothing etc.: €100Miscellaneous(transport, social activities): €100



Scholarships & awards for all excellent students

Erasmus Mundus

Eligibility: Excellent students admitted to Erasmus Mundus programmes onlyValue: Full scholarshipsMore information:ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/mundus/index_en.html

Huygens Scholarship Programme

Eligibility: open to excellent students from all countriesValue: Full scholarshipsMore information: www.nuffic.nl/huygens

Netherlands Fellowship

Programme

Eligibility: mid-career professionals who are nationals of and working and living in one of the NFP countries (check the country list on the NFP website) admitted to one of the programmes of the faculty of Technology, Policy and Management. Candidates from Sub-Saharan Africa, women and

members of priority groups and/or marginalised regions are specifically invited to apply for an NFP fellowship.Value: Full scholarshipsMore information: www.nuffic.nl/nfp

Scholarship & awards for excellent students from specific countries

STUNED

Eligibility: Indonesian mid-career (government) workers admitted to one of TU Delft’s MSc programmes Value: Full scholarships More information: www.nesoindonesia.com

MCIT / Depkominfo

Eligibility: Indonesian mid-career (government) workers admitted to one of TU Delft’s MSc programmes Value: Full scholarshipsMore information: www.nesoindonesia.com

Conacyt

Eligibility: Mexican professionals admitted to one of TU Delft’s MSc programmes Value: Full scholarshipsMore information: www.conacyt.mx

Colfuturo

Eligibility: Colombian professionals admitted to one of TU Delft’s MSc programmesValue: Full scholarshipsMore information: www.colfuturo.org

Students from EU/EFTA countries

Students from EU/EFTA countries may be eligible for a loan from the Dutch government which will cover part of their tuition fees. Website www.ib-groep.nl

Other international organisations

Several international organisations offer financial support for those wishing to study abroad. UNESCO, UNDP, Unido, the World Bank, OECD, the Asian Development Bank, and the European Union may well have offices in your country, or can otherwise be contacted through their head office. Scholarship organisations in your own country may also award scholarships for TU Delft degree programmes.

The Netherlands Student Grant finder is an online search engine for overseas students who want to study in the Netherlands and are looking for financial aid. The Grant finder gives information on a range of Dutch scholarships for overseas students. Website www.grantfinder.nl


“For an Asian there is always a fascination about Europe and its countries, cultures, history and style of living. What brought me to Delft was the wish to complement my skills

in architecture with further academic and professional guidance in urban design – the Dutch have had to build intelligently on a small area of land, and they have much to teach the world about that. I knew Delft University of Technology was a leading institute with world renowned infrastructure, faculties and a unique teaching environment. Life is most enjoyable here in Delft, it is one of the beautiful cities of the world with its old canals, buildings, and plazas, and student life is fun. I am delighted about my choice and the study programme especially. I enjoy the workshops and excursions. I am part of group and work as a member of a team rather than on my own. Each day I see myself closer to my dream of positively contributing to the betterment of

Niki Shah [India] MSc Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences

For Dutch MSc applicantsI-TUAula, Mekelweg 52628 CC Delft

T +31 (0)15 27 89111E [email protected] www.master.tudelft.nl

For international MSc applicantsInternational OfficeJaffalaan 9a2628 BX DelftPO Box 52600 AA DelftThe Netherlands

T +31 (0)15 27 88012F +31 (0)15 27 85690E [email protected] www.master.tudelft.nl


Netherlands Education Support Offices

Netherlands Education Support Offices (NESOs) serve as a channel for information and provide support and liaison for the academic communities of the Netherlands and of the country they are situated in. They also provide information and guidance regarding the choice of an inter-national course or programme of education or training. We currently maintain Netherlands Education Support Offices – or NESOs – in Beijing, Taipei, Jakarta, Ho Chi Minh City, Mexico City, Seoul, Brasilia, Moscow and Bangkok. Website www.nuffic.nl/neso

7. Contact informationRequest brochures at www.brochures.tudelft.nl

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www.tudelft.nl/facebook

www.flickr.com/tudelft

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