r/TUDelft

I feel like almost everyone starts university intending to attend every lecture, but after a while most people settle into their own routine.

Some still go to nearly every lecture, while others rely more on recordings, lecture notes, or self-study and only attend sessions they think are especially useful.

What has worked best for you at TU Delft? Has your approach changed as you've progressed through your degree, or do you still attend most lectures?

Hi! I was accepted to TU Delft AE BSc and I'm quite uncertain about whether to study in the Netherlands or stay in my home country. If I choose TU Delft, it would require some sacrifices on my part, especially regarding the costs. If I'm not wrong, I estimated the total cost for 5 years (BSc + Master's, as I've heard it's generally required for a job in the engineering field) to be approximately €100k, which is quite a big obstacle. However, by working at least from the second year (TA + part-time job hopefully), I think I could make it work.

I would greatly appreciate your thoughts on whether going to TU Delft is worth it in the long run (taking into consideration both the opportunities and the current state of the job market), as well as any possible ways you know of to tackle this problem. Thanks a lot!

Is anyone else having trouble logging into OSIRIS?
I’ve been able to log in without any issues until recently, but now I’m getting an error saying my username or password is incorrect, even though I’m sure they’re correct. Is anyone else experiencing this today, or is it just me?

So I'm wanting to go into naval architecture and have a few questions currently I study past achievements in naval architecture and I love learning about the history of ships so I wanted to know

1. do naval architects still design on paper? Ever since I was designing small 1850s paddle steamers I always drew on paper and by now I'm used to it. So I wanted to know if naval architects still design on paper?

2. how demanding is the job? by that I mean do naval architects get breaks in work, do they work on multiple ships at once and what are the subjects you work in most?

3. do you have to travel for work? I know this is a stupid question but I just wanted to know how often you travel and along with traveling do you get discounts on the voyages on ships you worked on?

4. what's the pay like weekly monthly and yearly and how is pay decided is it decided on how many tons the ship is what the line (shipping/cruise/private company) pays for the ship and is broken down etc

5. for naval architects who somehow see this post what was the largest ship you ever worked on? This isn't vital but you can answer I know you can

6. this question is for any students who go to or have graduated from Delft University of Technology (TUDelft) what is expected for students in naval architecture what should you expect for all years and what degree is expected to have and this goes for all...

7. what degree do you have and how complicated is it to get?

I am so sorry for how long this post is it is also my first and I say again I am so sorry for how long the post is.

I recently graduated from havo, and I'm interested in studying computer science at a university, mostly because I love mathematics and hbo barely teaches any maths.

I personally think I can do it, but my friends say that it's too difficult for me.

For context I graduated cum laude with a 9,6 for my maths B ce with a couple hours of studying. I didn't do vwo because I was a late bloomer. I also had the opportunity to transfer to vwo in 3 havo, but chose not to because of personal reasons.

Do you think it's realistic to go to wo?

p.s. I know that I would need a hbo p and vwo maths B, I'm already studying for maths and I really enjoy it.

TLDR; I was a good havo student. Do I have what it takes to do wo?

Has anyone received any updates/acceptances/rejections to the bridging programme? If not, does anyone know how long it takes for them to release the results?😭😭 I’m getting nervous with the accommodation etc

Hi all, I want to study computer science at TUD next year, and since I am very interested in cybersecurity, I was wondering if they have any courses/ electives/ minor that specialize in this field? From what I have found, there is one course called "computer security" in year 2, and that's the only course that I think is related to CS. As for electives, I do not know any electives here; the only thing I know about the electives is that "The range of topics includes courses on Computer Graphics, Big Data Processing, Deep Learning, Bioinformatics, and Software Engineering with AI". And as for minors, students who study CS are not allowed to participate in classes that teach cybersecurity. Please help me out! Thank you!

Hi everyone!
I’m moving to Delft in September for a short stay until the end of January (5 months). I'm looking into getting a bike and had a couple of questions for locals and students:

1. Swapfiets Original vs. Deluxe 7: Is it worth upgrading to the Deluxe 7 (the one with 7 gears and handbrakes), or is the base model (Original) more than enough? I know Delft is flat, but I've heard Dutch headwind can be brutal. Does having gears actually make a noticeable difference for daily commuting around the city and campus?
2. Short-term alternatives: Since I’m only staying for 5 months, Swapfiets seems like the easiest option, but are there better alternatives for this timeframe? Should I look into buying a cheap secondhand bike on Marktplaats or Facebook Marketplace and selling it before I leave, or is it too much of a hassle for just one semester?
   Would love to hear your experiences and recommendations. Thanks in advance!

Hello!

I got accepted to TU Delft MSc High-Tech engineering and waiting for my MSc Mech Engineering from TUM and I really can't decide which one to choose. Both have its perks and I haven't heard of anything bad from either also.

Can someone enlighten me or share their own experinece and knowledge which could help me decide. Thanks!

I got a roommatch offer for DUWO Van Hasseltlaan. I have heard and seen mixed reviews about the building and the neighbourhood; I like the room itself so I'm considering taking the offer.

I have one specific question about this building: what is the rodent / rat situation? I never had to deal with rats (and would really not want to), so if there are any, do they tend to be in common areas or also in student rooms?

I confirm that my post is not asking about generic housing experiences

i am so tired. i have been looking for housing for months. im upcoming cs masters student. i have been glued to the screen for hours every day for last two months. i have responded to properties within minutes and still having no luck. its almost july and i am very stressed out. i have no clue what to do and i am so close to my saturation point. i have tried facebook also, but so many scammers. i am having hard time differentiating the genuine ones. i have paid on multiple websites and it all feels like waste of time and money. im thinking if i should take social hub for 2000 euros. it sounds insane but i don’t know what else to do. if i find something else, how difficult is it to get someone to take over social hub contract considering how expensive it is.

Hi everyone, I am looking for a Korean guy I met on the morning FlixBus from Rotterdam to Amsterdam on Tuesday, June 16th. You got off early at Den Haag (The Hague). We had a small interaction where I offered my sandwich to you. I really wanted to talk more, but unfortunately, due to a disruption/awkward situation with my friend, I couldn't communicate further before you left. You were very polite and your smile was unforgettable. If you are reading this, or if you know a Korean friend who might have been on that bus, please share this with them! I'd love to say a proper hello! 6월 16일 화요일 로테르담-암스테르담 플릭스버스(FlixBus)에서 만난 한국인 분을 찾습니다 (헤이그 하차)안녕하세요, 6월 16일 화요일 아침 6시 20분쯤 로테르담에서 암스테르담으로 가는 플릭스버스(FlixBus)에서 만난 한국인 남성분을 찾고 있습니다. 헤이그(Den Haag) 역에서 내리신 분입니다.제가 샌드위치를 권해드렸을 때 작은 대화를 나눴던 분이에요. 사실 더 대화를 나누고 싶었는데, 안타깝게도 제 친구 때문에 상황이 여의치 않아 내리시기 전에 더 이상 이야기를 나누지 못했습니다. 정말 예의 바르시고 미소가 잊히지 않을 만큼 예쁘셨던 분이었습니다. 혹시 본인이시거나, 지인 중에 이 플릭스버스를 타고 한 외국인 여자애가 샌드위치를 권했다는 이야기를 하신 한국인 분이 있다면 꼭 연락 부탁드립니다! 제대로 다시 인사 나누고 싶어요.

Hey, incoming MSc student starting in September'26. I play chess casually and was wondering if the TU Delft chess club is active, like do people actually meet up regularly, are there any internal or inter-university tournaments, and is there a Lichess/Chess.com club or a Discord somewhere?

Any info would be great, thanks!

I don't know why I am making this post: maybe as rage bait, maybe as a petition, but the useless air cooling they have at the library is not enough. I understand not putting air conditioning in all buildings, but especially during exam season we need a place where we can actually study without feeling like we are being slow-cooked.

So I emailed TU Delft coz I got low scores in high school, which don't meet the eligibility requirements. So I asked if there is any alternative form of getting into the college.

This is what their response was: "The only way is to meet the admission requirements with your diploma or to complete the first year (60ECTS) of a Bachelor of Science or Engineering study at an accredited Academic university (in your own country) with a GPA of at least 75%. This Bachelor program should be in the same, or a closely related, discipline as the BSc program of your choice at TU Delft."

Are there any alumni who think this is worth it and I should go for it? I just want to know the insights of the university I am applying to the Bsc Computer Science course

Hey everyone, I really need some advice because I’m having a massive dilemma. I got accepted to both Industrial Design Engineering at TU Delft and Industrial Design at TU Eindhoven for this September. I have the required Dutch level for Delft, so language isn't the issue, but I’m having serious doubts about which one to choose.

​I initially thought these programs were pretty much the same, but looking closer at the curriculums, they seem like completely different worlds. There really isn’t a lot of side-by-side comparison online from students, so I'm hoping someone here can break it down for me.

​From what I can tell, Delft seems very structured and focused on classic physical engineering. Eindhoven, on the other hand, seems way more focused on smart systems, interaction design, coding etc. Plus, I heard Eindhoven uses a "competency-based" learning model with almost no traditional exams and a lot of self-directed work, which sounds a bit wild to me.

​My problem is that my interests are kind of split. I love coding and tech, but I also love drawing, digital art, and the visual side of physics and mechanics. I’m torn because I feel like if I go to Delft, I might miss out on the digital/interaction side, but if I go to Eindhoven, I might miss out on the actual physical product design and engineering side.

​If anyone has studied either of these or had to make the same choice, I'd love your insight

Plus question: How does the vibe compare? I know Delft's program is in Dutch and Eindhoven's is in English—would that drastically change my experience as an international?

Do you think I have any chances at all LIKE AT ALL? Being from the middle east and I think the education system is very different...
I dont know if they accept people from middle eastern countries do they?
How is the entrance exams for aerospace?
Help me out pls.
And overall avarage must be above 95+ right?

////god forbid I didn't do my research I should've done it but was very stressed about my math grade I came here without any researches and by what I meant will they accept middle eastren student is with the grade I got will they? Not asking in general
OH MY GOD.

lekker bezig jongens.

Hi,

I'll start a masters program this upcoming semester in Delft. I was wondering if there are any courses outside of the standard curriculum for learning coding?

I saw some offers on the Learning for Life, but these were more specialized or expensive.

Thanks in advance