Technical University
Studying at Delft University of Technology
Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands serves 24,703 students across 32 master's programs, with particular strength in engineering, natural sciences, and health & medicine. The university ranks 49th overall in the QS World Rankings 2025, with engineering placing 13th and computer science 50th in subject-specific assessments.
Master's programmes
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Life in Delft
Small canal city wedged between The Hague and Rotterdam. Bike everywhere, surprisingly active student bar scene, 20 minutes by train from Amsterdam.
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Visa & life in the Netherlands
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a residence permit (VVR), arranged by the university on your behalf. EU students only need to register with the local municipality.
- Post-study work
- Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa — 12 months to find skilled work after graduation. No employer sponsorship needed during this period.
- Tuition
- Statutory fee around €2,500/yr for EU students; institutional fees for non-EU students typically range €14,000–26,000/yr depending on the field.
- Scholarships
- Holland Scholarship (€5,000), university-specific funds such as the Amsterdam Excellence and Justus & Louise van Effen scholarships, plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About Delft University of Technology
Founded in 1842, TU Delft is the oldest and largest technical university in the Netherlands. Its Faculty of Aerospace Engineering ranks 3rd in the world in Mechanical, Aerospace and Manufacturing Engineering (QS 2023), and the university operates specialized research facilities including the WaterLab for hydraulic engineering and water management research.
Research strengths
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