Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences
Delft University of Technology offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Engineering in Delft, ranked #57 by Times Higher Education. A bachelor's degree with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 75% of the scale maximum.
What it takes to get in
Entry bar: moderate. Driven by GPA floor 75% of the scale maximum and specific prior degree.
- GPA / grades
- 75% of the scale maximum(percentage)
- English tests
- IELTS 7 · TOEFL iBT 100
- English requirement
- TOEFL iBT with an overall band score of 5 and a minimum score of 4.5 for each section (for test reports obtained from January 21, 2026); TOEFL iBT with an overall band score of at least 100 and a minimum score of 22 for each section (for test reports obtained before January 21, 2026); IELTS (academic version) with an overall Band score of at least 7.0 and a minimum of 6.5 for each section; Cambridge Assessment English C1 Advanced with an overall score of 185 or C2 Proficiency with an overall score of 185. Exempt if national citizen of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, or U.S.A., or obtained bachelor's degree in one of these countries.
- Prior degree
- A bachelor's degree with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 75% of the scale maximum. The degree must be comparable in level to a bachelor's degree from a research university in the Netherlands and closely related to your MSc programme of choice.
- Deadline
- 15 Jan 2027
- Apply via
- studielink
What it costs
Plan for roughly €49k–€52k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Delft student life.
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What you'll study
120 ECTS over 24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Tracks
The Master's Programme Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences programme at TU Delft is underpinned by the renowned Dutch experience in architecture, spatial planning and the built environment professions and has an international orientation drawing on the multinational faculty of staff and students. The teaching approach borrows from the Dutch tradition of working in a multi-disciplinary way with students working in groups to create integrated solutions for the built environment.
Where graduates end up
What graduates of this programme tend to do — and where they end up working.
Common career paths
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#57
- QS World 2025#49
- Times Higher Education 2025#56
- THE — Engineering 2026#16
- QS — Engineering 2025#13
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
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.
Worth comparing
Same field, similar entry tier. Most applicants apply to 3–5.
Common questions
What GPA do I need for Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences at Delft University of Technology?
Admission requires a GPA of 75% of the scale maximum on the percentage scale.
Is Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences at Delft University of Technology taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English. Non-native speakers need IELTS 7 or TOEFL iBT 100 (minimum).
How much does Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences at Delft University of Technology cost?
International tuition is €25,633 per year. Over the full 24-month programme that's roughly €51,266 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at Delft University of Technology?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota. Based on the published requirements (GPA floor 75% of the scale maximum, specific prior degree, above-baseline English bar), the entry bar here is moderate.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in the Netherlands after graduating?
Yes. The Netherlands offers a one-year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) residence permit to graduates of Dutch universities, letting you live and work in the country while looking for a job — no sponsor required during that year.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 Jan 2027. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is Delft University of Technology good for Engineering?
Delft University of Technology ranks #16 in Engineering (THE 2026).
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