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International Students & PhD Researchers

International Guide

International OfficePO Box 52600 AA DelftThe Netherlands

T +31 (0)15 27 88012E [email protected]

www.tudelft.nl

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Dear students and PhD researchers,

We are delighted to welcome you to TU Delft, and take great pride in the fact that you have chosen to study and research at our institute. We firmly believe you have made a magnificent choice, not only for your educational and research ambitions, but for the rich and rewarding experiences that surround them. During your studies and research, you will have the opportunity to ex-plore the frontiers of science and technology. Our educational programmes maintain close links with national and international industry, and with the latest scientific developments within and beyond our university. You will be challenged to make the most of your own engineering and design skills, and be guided on your way to becoming successful and creative engineers and PhDs, fully equipped to tackle the challenges of our contemporary world. TU Delft is working hard to strengthen its position as an international university, attracting students, PhD researchers and scientists from all over the world. Your arrival is an important part of this process and, as well as furthering your own education, we trust that your presence on campus will enrich the life of our university. It is a big step to leave your home country and to embark on a study programme abroad. From my own experience, I know there will come a time when you will miss your own familiar surroundings and the people you love. So, in addition to studying, I advise you to take the time to enjoy student life. Making time for sport, culture and friends will help you create your own temporary home here in the Netherlands. We will do our very best to help you build this new life. Things here might be different from what you are used to. The aim of this handbook is to provide useful and factual information on the many facets of your study adventure abroad. Naturally, staff and fellow students are ready and willing to assist you further. I wish you a fruitful time here at TU Delft; it will be an experience you will never forget.

Professor J.T. FokkemaRector Magnificus of Delft University of Technology

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Contents

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Contents


1. TU Delft and the Netherlands 71.1 TU Delft today 9 1.2 Delft 121.3 The Netherlands 13 1.4 Cultural background 14

2. Academic life at TU Delft 172.1 Structure of higher education in the Netherlands 19 2.2 Credits and assessment at TU Delft 20 2.3 Teaching methods and cultural differences 20 2.4 Study problems 22 2.5 Career support 24

3. Studying at TU Delft 27 3.1 Academic calendar 2009/2010 283.2 Regulations 313.3 TU Delft facilities 313.4 Activities for international students 33 3.5 Student societies 34 3.6 Visa & residence permits 35 3.7 Health and liability insurance 36 3.8 Accommodation 37

4. BSc students 394.1 Definition and programme structure 414.2 Registration 414.3 Health and liability insurance 414.4 Accommodation 42

5. MSc students 43 5.1 Definition and programme structure 455.2 Introduction Week 455.3 Registration at TU Delft 46 5.4 Health and liability insurance 465.5 Accommodation 46 5.6 Bank account 47

6. Exchange and free mover students 49 6.1 Definition exchange students 51 6.2 Learning agreement/study plan exchange students 51 6.3 Registration exchange students 51 6.4 Health and liability insurance 52 6.5 Accommodation exchange students 52 6.6 Definition free mover students 54 6.7 Bank account 55

7. PhD researchers 57 7.1 Definition and programme structure 59 7.2 Finding a PhD position 59 7.3 Visa and work permit 59 7.4 Accommodation 60 7.5 Bank account 60

8. Living in Delft 61 8.1 Student associations 63 8.2 Student chaplaincy 728.3 Mosques 748.4 Medical care 74 8.5 Money 76 8.6 Shopping 77 8.7 Postage 80 8.8 Phone 81 8.9 Electricity 82

9. Transport and travel 83 9.1 Bike 85 9.2 Rail (NS) 86 9.3 Buses and trams 87 9.4 Driving licence 88

10. Enjoying life in the Netherlands 89 10.1 Tourist information points 91 10.2 Restaurants and ‘mensas’ 92 10.3 Bars, pubs and music 94 10.4 Cinemas 95 10.5 Museums 96 10.6 Concert halls and theatres 97 10.7 Hotels 98

11.Other useful information 99 11.1 University services 101 11.2 TU Delft faculties 102 11.3 General numbers and addresses 103 11.4 Embassies 104

12.Index 105

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TU Delft andthe Netherlands



1.1

TU Delft todayDelft University of Technology is a modern university of science and technology. Its eight faculties are at the forefront of technological developments contributing to scientific advancement in the interests of world society. The university’s excellent research and education standards are backed by outstanding facilities and research institutes. The university maintains close links with (inter)national industry, a strategic alliance that guarantees the relevance of its many academic programmes and ensures rich career prospects for its graduates. All programmes encourage creative and independent thinking with a focus on problem solving. The student body represents over one hundred nationalities.

TU Delft is located in the university district (‘TU-wijk’) of the ancient city of Delft. Beyond the medieval church towers, there are many impressive university buildings, laboratories, classrooms and offices. They are built in the new Mekelpark. This newly opened park constitutes a truly green car-free heart of the campus where you can study in pleasant surroundings, take a leisurely stroll and meet with your friends. Most of the streets around the campus heart are named after scholars who laid the foundation of the University’s success. The University’s philosophy, facilities and pleasant environment all contribute to its excellent academic atmosphere.

The essence of TU Delft’s logo is the flame of the Greek god Prometheus. The flame is symbolic of knowledge, innovation and creation. Greek legends portray Prometheus (he who looks ahead) as an inventor, as the father of agriculture, construction, and of discoveries. He is considered to be the first engineer of the ancient European world. TU Delft is following in Prometheus’ footsteps by developing innovative, sustainable and environment-friendly technology. Prometheus’ flame thereby forms a worthy symbol of this centre of technical excellence.

Delft Research Initiatives

Energy, Health, Infrastructures & Mobility and EnvironmentA healthy old age, affordable green energy, a clean and safe living environment and commuting and transportation with no tailbacks. Health, energy, environment, and infrastructures and mobility are among today’s major social issues. Finding the right solutions is vital to develop or maintain prosperity and welfare, and also affords promising economic opportunities. That is why TU Delft pays extra attention to research and education projects within these four themes, even though the university offers a much broader array of research topics and education programmes. The Delft Research Initiatives Energy, Health, Environment and Infrastructures & Mobility proactively initiate partnerships with companies, consortia and government agencies in order to accelerate the development of real solutions. Each Delft Research Initiative has a vibrant community of researchers, students, alumni and external parties engaged in academic debate, and working together in concrete projects. They, for example, develop cheaper solar cells with sufficient efficiency, provide reliable data about climate change, design a zero emission airplane or develop state of the art technology in the operating theatre. More information: www.research.tudelft.nl

The Oostpoort is one of the many reminders in Delft of the city’s medieval past.





The TU Delft is part of the IDEA League - a strategic alliance of five major European universities of technology:• Imperial College London• Delft University of Technology• ETH (Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule) Zürich• ParisTech (Paris Institute of Technology)• RWTH (Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule) Aachen.These respected institutions of technical learning work closely together to strengthen the group and establish research collaborations to address the scientific and technological needs of Europe and indeed further afield. To carry this forward, technologies and themes have been identified in a num-ber of domains of science and engineering. These are supported by world-class science in each of the institutions. The ambition is pre-eminence in European technical education at tertiary level by bundling capability and knowledge resources, i.e. research, education and innovation. Students have great flexibility to move between partner universities and may thus, in the near future, be eligible for a diploma supplement awarded by the IDEA League. For more information: www.theidealeague.org

The university also has institutional partnerships with more than thirty leading universities across the world, enabling students and researchers to increase their international experience through cooperation and exchange. In addition to these university-wide agreements, individual faculties also have numerous cooperative agreements with partner institutions abroad.

History TU DelftAlthough the University only received its current name in 1986, it has been providing technical education for 160 years.

On January 8th, 1842, King Willem II founded the ’Royal Academy for the education of civilian engineers, to serve nation and industry, and of apprentices for trade’. An Act passed on May 2nd, 1863, imposing regulations on technical education as well as bringing it under the influence of the rules applying to secondary education. Then, on the 20th of June, 1864, a Royal Decree was issued, ordering that the Royal Academy in Delft be disbanded to make way for a new Polytechnic School. This school went on to educate architects and engineers in civil works, shipbuilding, mechanical engineering and mining. On May 22nd, 1905, an Act was passed acknowledging the academic level of the School’s technical education - it became a ‘Technische Hogeschool’, an Institute of Technology.

It was the Act that took effect on September 1st 1986 that officially renamed the Institute of Technology - Delft University of Technology, now commonly known as TU Delft.

Facts & figures city of Delft• Compact town of about 25 km2• 100,000 inhabitants• About 70 pubs• 12 museums• 14 km from the coast• 60 km from Amsterdam

Facts & figures TU Delft• Eight faculties:- Aerospace Engineering- Applied Sciences- Architecture- Civil Engineering and Geosciences- Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science- Industrial Design Engineering- Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering- Technology, Policy and Management• About 14,000 students• Over 2,000 international students per year (including exchange students)• 14 Bachelor’s programmes• Over 40 Master’s programmes• About 4,500 employees• More than 1,650 PhD researchers• Over 7,000 scientific publications each year• Over 80 patent awards each year• Ranked 17 among the World’s top 100 Universities of Technology

A large sculpture of Prometheus by Dutch sculptor Wenckeback (1895-1962) greets visitors to TU Delft’s Mekelpark.





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DelftDelft is a compact, historic town between Rotterdam and The Hague in the province of South-Holland. It forms part of the ‘Randstad’, the urban agglomeration in the western part of the Netherlands and is the nation’s main educational and research centre. Today, it revels in the descriptive ‘High-tech’ due to the abundance of technology-based institutions and organisations close to and often involved with the university. Built on reclaimed marsh land, a ‘polder’ area, Delft borders the agricultural centre of the Randstad.

During the country’s war of independence against Spain in the 16th and 17th centuries, Delft was important. It was the residence of Prince William of Orange, whose presence gave Delft its nickname: ‘Prinsenstad’ (the Prince’s City). Until the 18th century, Delft was a major industrial, cultural and scientific centre. Delft’s beer was famous, as was its Delft blue pottery. Many world-renowned painters like Johannes Vermeer, Jan Steen, and Karel Fabritius lived and worked in Delft. Delft was also the home town of scientist Antoni van Leeuwenhoek, inventor of the microscope.

Because of the constant wars with France and England in the 17th and 18th centuries, trade and industry declined in Delft. But this began to change in 1842, with the establishment of the Royal Academy for the training of civil engineers, later to become TU Delft. The presence of this institute was a strong stimulus to the revival of the industry and thus importance of Delft. Its population grew fast. New neighbourhoods were built, and university buildings and faculties were relocated from the centre and concentrated in the new TU area.

But despite wars and rapid population growth, the old centre of Delft has remained almost completely intact. An ambitious restoration programme has further conserved its old splendour, which attracts many tourists. They, along with the university’s 14,000 students, make Delft a lively and pleasant place.

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The NetherlandsThe Netherlands is a relatively small country (sometimes described as the cockpit of Europe), neighbouring Germany, Belgium and across the North Sea from the United Kingdom. With a population over 16 million, it is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. A large proportion of the population lives in the western part of the country, known as the Randstad. In this area is Amsterdam (the capital), The Hague (seat of Dutch government) and Rotterdam (arguably the largest seaport in the world). The Randstad forms a 60 km radius semi-circle, the centre of which is agricultural. With 4.5 million inhabitants, the Randstad is one of the most important urban agglomerations in Europe. Within it, the small historic town of Delft is but a short journey from all these centres.

Facts & figures Dutch geography• Greatest distance north-south: 300 km• Greatest distance east-west: 200 km• Lowest point: minus 6.74 m (near Rotterdam)• Highest point: 323 m (near Maastricht)• Location: Western Europe• Total area: 41,526 km2, one quarter of which is below sea level

Facts & figures Dutch population• Total population: over 16 million inhabitants• Religion: In this secular state, 52% identify themselves as Christian, 40% claim no affiliation, and 8% belong to other religions• National language: Dutch. English is spoken widely

Facts & figures Dutch economy• Currency: euro (€) €1 = $1.34 (May 2009)• Gross Domestic Product (GDP): €607 billion (2008)• GDP per capita: €40,300 (2008)

Facts & figures Dutch politics• Constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system since 1848• Queen Beatrix has been the head of state of the Kingdom of the Netherlands since 1980• Holland has proportional representation, a multi-party system and coalition government• Country is divided in 12 provinces• Government consists of the monarch (the head of state) and ministers

Did you know that…? (with thanks to www.holland.com)• Half of the country is below the level of a high tide, but perfectly safe • Holland still has around a thousand old-fashioned working windmills?• Holland is the world’s third largest exporter of agricultural products though only 3% of the population works in agriculture?• The Dutch are the tallest people in the world?• There are (estimated to be) twice as many bikes as people?• Holland has the highest concentration of museums in the world, with 42 in Amsterdam alone?• Holland was one of the six founding members of the European Community?

Historic Dutch and European cities, great art and culture, mountains, sea and much more are all easily accessible from Delft.



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• The highest point in Holland is 323 metres above sea level?• Amsterdam has 1,281 bridges?

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Cultural backgroundPersonal relations Dutch style

When living in the Netherlands, you will discover many habits which you will identify as typically Dutch, and may be rather different to what you are used to. When living abroad, such challenges come with the package. Exploring Dutch habits is not only interesting and sometimes funny, it also helps to better understand the Dutch people around you.

You will soon notice that Dutch people are very direct in their manner of speaking. There is usually not much ‘beating around the bush’ or excessive use of diplomatic language: Dutch people tend to just say what they think! They are also not afraid to criticise others. Remember it is (generally) not intended to offend.

Another important habit of the Dutch is punctuality. Appointments and schedules are taken seriously in the Netherlands. Arriving more than 15 minutes later than the agreed time will be considered as rude and too late.

Dutch climateThe country’s maritime climate is mild. The temperature varies between five and fifteen degrees Celsius in the spring and autumn, and between fifteen and thirty degrees during the summer. The weather is changeable but moderate. Rare icy conditions in the winter are the sign for thousands to put on warm clothing and take their skates on to the country’s many lakes, rivers and canals. Rain is one of the characteristics of Dutch weather. The yearly rainfall is about 750 mm.

The Dutch languageThe national language is Dutch. In the north of the country, in the province of Friesland, people speak a second official language - Frisian. If you would like to learn Dutch, there is a problem; nearly everyone speaks English - many also speak German and French - and tend to reply in this language. Easy in many cases, but not when you try practising your Dutch. Just be persistent and ask people to speak to you only in Dutch.

If you would like to learn to converse in Dutch: TU Delft offers a range of Dutch language courses (=NT2 courses) for non-native speakers. Beginners, as well as intermediate and advanced learners can apply for intensive and evening courses. Check out www.delftsemethode.nl for more information and a registration form. If you would like to know what the courses cost, contact the Institute of Technology and Communication (contact data in chapter 11). The courses are free of charge for our students. PhD researchers can also take the courses for a modest financial consideration.. You can also order books for self-study through the website or at the TU Delft library shop.

Unlike English, but similar to German and French, Dutch applies a distinction between addressing your professor and your fellow student with ‘you’. The polite form is ‘u’ (below designated by ‘You’, capital Y) and the informal form is ‘je’ or ‘jij’ (denoted by ‘you’). Note the j is soft as in y.

Some words that might come in handy:

English Dutch PhoneticsHello, hi Hoi HoyeeGoodbye (informal) Doei Doo-eeGoodbye (formal) Tot ziens Tot zeens Dag DahkhCool, great, outrageous Gaaf GaafNice, cosy Gezellig Ge-zel-ligLovely, delicious, nice Lekker LackerYes Ja YaaNo Nee NayPlease (informal) Alstjeblieft Ahls-ye-bleeftPlease (formal) Alstublieft Ahl-stew-bleeftThank you (formal) Dank u wel Dahngk u welThank you (informal) Dank je wel Dahngk ye wel Bedankt Be-dahngktDon’t mention it Niets te danken Neets te dankenI beg your pardon Neem me niet kwalijk Naym me neet kvaa-lickExcuse me Pardon Par-don Sorry Sor-ryHow are you? Hoe gaat het? Hoo gaat heht?Very well, thank you Heel goed, dank u/je Hayl goot, dangk u/yeExcellent Uitstekend Out-stay-kentGood morning Goedemorgen Goote-mor-genGood afternoon Goedemiddag Goote-mi-dakhkGood evening Goedeavond Goote-naa-vontGood night Goedenacht Goote-nahkhtSee you later Tot straks Tot strahksSee you tomorrow Tot morgen Tot mor-genEnjoy your meal Eet smakelijk Ayt smaa-ker-lerkSleep well Welterusten Vehlt-rerss-ternHave a nice trip Goede reis Goote rayssWhere is/are…? Waar is/zijn…? Vaar is/zayn…?What do you call this? Hoe heet dit? Hoo hayt dit?What does that mean? Wat betekent dat? Vat be-tay-kent dat?Do you speak English? Spreekt u Engels? Spraykt u engels?I don’t understand Ik begrijp het niet Ik be-grayp het neetI am hungry/thirsty Ik heb honger/dorst k hehp ho-ngerr/dorstWhere is the toilet? Waar is het toilet? Vaar is het tvah-leht?

Best of luck, after a while it gets easier.

Suggested reading on Dutch habits and culture• The low sky (H. van der Horst)• The Dutch I presume? (Martijn de Rooi and Jurjen Drenth)• The Undutchables (C.R. White)• What!??’ Aspects of Dutch culture that can cause friction (Marilyn Warman)• Living in Holland (published by Nuffic)• Website for expatriates living in the Netherlands: www.expatica.com There are many more - just Google them.• Dutch weather info can be found via www.weather.com



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Academic lifeat TU Delft

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Structure of higher education inthe NetherlandsThe Netherlands has two types of degree programmes: • research and design-oriented education (wetenschappelijk onderwijs, WO), traditionally offered by universities • higher professional education (hoger beroepsonderwijs, HBO) traditionally offered by hogescholen or institutes of higher professional education

HBO degree programmes are offered at polytechnics and colleges (institutes of professional education) and are geared towards more technical and practical skills in the various trades. Students are prepared for more practical careers, developing both theoretical knowledge and the skills needed to apply that knowledge. These programmes tend to be more practically oriented than those offered by research universities.

There are thirteen universities in the Netherlands, all largely funded by the state. These can again be subdivided according to study programmes and founding philosophy. Nine universities provide a wide range of courses on subjects such as economics, law, behaviour and society, the natural sciences and health. There is one Open University, and three universities specialise in engineering and technology.• Delft University of Technology• University of Twente• Eindhoven University of Technology

These three universities have formed a strategic alliance, called the 3TU.Federation.

The higher education system in the Netherlands is based on a three-tier degree system, consisting of Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD degree programmes. Most WO students conclude their academic careers with a Master’s degree. However, there are many possibilities for further study. Graduates can go on to qualify for teaching at secondary schools or for scholarly or scientific research by choosing to do a doctorate degree programme (PhD).

Programme European Credits Degree (from the European Credit Transfer System) WO Bachelor’s 180 Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Arts (BA)

HBO Bachelor’s 240 Bachelor’s degree indicating the field of study, for example Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng)

WO Master’s 60, 90 or 120 (TU Delft: 120) Master of Science (MSc) or Master of Arts (MA)

HBO Master’s 60 to 120 Master’s degree indicating the field of study, for example Master of Engineering (M.Eng)The corner of the Aula building is a good place to

discuss the morning’s lecture with classmates.





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Credits and assessment at TU DelftA student’s workload is measured in ECTS credits (from the European Credit Transfer System). Under European Law one credit represents 28 hours of study work; 60 credits represent one year of full-time study (1680 hours). Students are expected to devote 40 hours a week to their studies, including attending lectures and laboratory sessions, carrying out exercises and assignments, computer work, private study, projects, etc.

TU Delft’s goal is to turn out graduates who are critical and independent thinkers. This is reflected both in the curriculum and in the way in which knowledge and skills are transferred. To promote an autonomous attitude, the academic curriculum focuses to a great extent on analysing and problem solving in groups, and on writing papers. Much attention is paid to having students learn where to find the information they need and to make critical use of this.

Many links exist between TU Delft’s research and society, and as a result scientific research is focusing more and more on society’s needs. This is also reflected in the curricula; students carry out laboratory work as part of their studies and undertake practical research training at companies.

Assessment is on the basis of class participation, oral presentations or assignments, a written paper or a final examination. ‘Resits’ or ‘retakes’ are scheduled once a year. In the Netherlands an absolute grading system is used instead of a relative grading system. The grade does not reflect a comparison with your fellow students in class. The grading system runs from 1 (very poor) to 10 (outstanding). 8s are the equivalent of grade A, 9s are seldom awarded and 10s are extremely rare. Grades 1-3 are hardly ever used. The passing grade is 6.

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Teaching methods and cultural differencesStudent-staff relationships

You will soon notice that Dutch people are very direct in their manner of speaking. They are also not afraid to criticise others. This assertiveness and directness is not limited to interpersonal relationships outside TU Delft. Also in student-staff relationships, the Dutch tend to find being honest and open far more constructive than being silent or indirect about something for the sake of peace of mind. If you know how to deal with this openness, it can allow for greater clarity in communicating with others, both within and outside TU Delft. Most important, remember it is (generally) not intended to offend.

Student-staff relationships are typically less formal than in most non-Western countries. For example, students often call members of staff by their first name, professors as well as lecturers. This may seem a bit strange or even inappropriate to you, but it is not an expression of disrespect. In the Netherlands, people feel that respect is something you earn based on what you do and the personality you are; it does not

stem from your wealth, your position or the size of your car. Informality, however, does not mean that lecturers and professors expect to have social contact with their students outside the University; it is a purely professional working relationship. Members of staff do not expect to be offered gifts of any sort. A lecturer must assess his students impartially, and anyone accepting a gift from a student may be seen as compromising his or her integrity.

CommunicationBeing an engineering student means that you are expected to analyse evidence and information relevant to an issue, evaluate it critically, draw your own conclusions, and present your ideas in a logical fashion. Lecturers will often ask your opinion, and expect you to be able to explain how you have reflected on a certain problem, rather than just reproducing what the book says, or what some author has written on a certain subject. Try not to be afraid to answer questions a lecturer will attach great value to the opinion of someone voicing his/her ideas of the subject under discussion.

You should not see arguing or discussing a point as being disrespectful to a lecturer. In the Dutch education system, active participation in discussions with fellow students and lecturers is appreciated and expected. In some cultures this may be regarded to be disrespectful or rude, but in Dutch education it is part of academic life.

Towards the end of your programme at TU Delft, you will cooperate more closely with a member of academic staff responsible for supervising your research project. This project may be an assignment for a company. Your supervisor will advise you both on matters related to your research and on your contact with the company and relevant procedures.

Students’ CharterThe Students’ Charter describes all the rights and duties of students and the TU Delft. Here is information among other things on TU Funds, enrolment issues and protection of rights. Website: www.regulations.tudelft.nl





It is always important to let your supervisor know if you are experiencing problems of any kind. Research students are expected to work independently, but they are not expected to have expert knowledge about everything or to be able to solve all problems on their own. Being able to phrase the dilemmas you’re dealing with is considered to be a sign of professionalism and opens the possibility for an academic discussion. It is up to you to communicate clearly what you want and expect from your supervisor at any stage; if you are not sure about something, ask!

Teaching methodsLecturesLectures take usually two hours and are attended by a large number of students. Due to the size of the audience, the lecturer has little personal interaction with the students. Lectures are often based on literature which is gathered in ‘readers’.

TutorialsDuring a tutorial up to 20 students work on exercise material under the guidance of a lecturer or an assistant. Students can ask questions whenever they need to.

Project educationProject education is mainly aimed at developing students’ problem-solving and cooperation skills. Students work together in small groups (2-10 students) on solving real-life engineering problems. By doing this, students get the opportunity to learn how to handle the problem in its real-life context. By working in a project group, students also learn how to make group decisions and how to deal with the many different points of view within a group.

Independent studyIndividually at home or at your faculty or the University Library.

PunctualityAppointments and schedules are taken seriously in the Netherlands. Arriving more than 15 minutes later than the agreed time will be considered as rude and too late. Being late for a scheduled appointment with a member of staff, even if less than 15 minutes, will not be appreciated. If you are this late, you certainly should apologise.

Be aware of schedules and deadlines for completing essays and assignments. You are strongly advised to complete all assignments on time. Lectures and classes begin and end at the scheduled times and an assignment will not be accepted if it is handed in after the deadline has passed. In this case, an excuse will not help.

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Study problemsIf you are having difficulties understanding part of your course or completing assignments, there are several things you can do. Discuss the issue with fellow students. You are encouraged to ask questions in tutorials, and sometimes in lectures where you may and are expected to direct your questions at the lecturer in front of all other students. If you rather talk to

him or her in private, find out when he or she is available to see students, and go to see him or her. Most lecturers have consultation hours during which they receive individual students. However, if necessary they are also prepared to see students outside these hours by appointment. Consultation hours are usually posted on a lecturer’s door or on the general bulletin board in the hall of your faculty.

Academic counsellorsAcademic counsellors are available to students at all TU faculties. They deal with all aspects of student life, especially academic conditions, but also personal issues that may affect your studies. Students are free and even encouraged to consult academic counsellors, especially when facing problems.The academic counsellors can be consulted for:• Information about the degree course, the educational programme and the regulations applying to the degree course;• Help with academic planning, for instance in cases of a delay in studies;• Choosing an education programme (subjects);• Exemption from exams and exam disciplines;• Help with applications for financial support under the Financial Regulation for Students in the case of recognised student council activities or from other TU Delft funds in the event of exceptional and unforeseen financial difficulties;• Registering delays in studies, and help with withdrawal and possible refunds in case of special circumstances beyond the student’s control;• Advice on discontinuing one’s studies, also for students who wish to leave TU Delft and continue their studies elsewhere;• Advice on transfers, that is, when transferring from degree courses within TU Delft;• Referral to a student psychologist or a University student counsellor.

When you arrive at TU Delft you will receive a Faculty Guide from your faculty coordinator. This booklet will provide more information on academic counselling. If you have any questions about your academic programme before your arrival at TU Delft, you can contact the faculty MSc coordinator.

Student & career supportUniversity student counsellors are on hand to help current and prospective students and recent graduates and have four main areas of expertise:• Legal affairs: especially relating to enrolment procedures or financial aid;• Psychosocial support;• Degree course, career and job-market orientation;• Providing support to students who belong to special groups, such as students suffering from a temporary physical or mental illness and students with a disability or chronic illness. They also provide support for students who are top-class athletes.

The University student counsellors offer both workshops and individual consultation. The expertise of the University student counsellor comple-ments that of the academic counsellors.

Student psychologistsThe student psychologists within S&CS offer a variety of workshops and training courses to help you study more effectively. Studying efficiently is





simply a matter of technique. If you are experiencing problems that prevent you from leading a successful and enjoyable student life, we can also provide you with personal counselling.

SmartstudieThe website www.smartstudie.nl features all services on offer at S&CS, including:• Workshops and training courses: an informative overview of what’s on offer;• Personal consultation: if you no longer believe in your own abilities;• Study Buddy Project: students offer support to fellow students with physical, psychological or study problems;• Usseful links: details of other informative websites if you want to know more or want to get started yourself.

Student OmbudsmanIf you have a complaint about TU Delft, the faculty or staff members, you should first try to solve the problem yourself, if necessary with the help of the academic counsellors or your faculty. If this does not solve your problem, you can appeal to the Student Ombudsman, who will do what he can to help.

The Ombudsman can help to solve the problem and take actions to prevent other students from encountering the same sort of situations. The first step is to contact the Ombudsman by email. The Ombudsman is an independent arbitrator and strictly respects your privacy. You can discuss issues with him or her, ask for help, submit complaints and, if you are unsure what to do, he will show you the correct way to proceed.

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Career supportIn the autumn of 2009 we aim to open a new International Career Centre, but until then, the following career services are available:

Information CentreYou can find resources and background information on education courses and careers in the Information Centre of Education & Student Affairs (Jaffalaan 9a). Please feel free to stop by and use any of the resources available.

Prior to an appointment with a counsellor, students are advised to visit the Information Centre, where these and other resources can be found:

drs. W.J.M. Knippenberg

Aula TU Delft

Mekelweg 5

2628 CC Delft

T +31 (0)15 27 84403

E [email protected]

• Information on post-graduate programmes in the Netherlands and abroad;• Labour market statistics;• Comparison lists of companies;• Information on job application procedures and tests;• Academic quality guides;• Address directories;

and:• Documentation on academic opportunities abroad;• Academic guides and application forms for foreign universities participating in exchange programmes with TU Delft;• Reference books containing information on the educational systems in various foreign countries;• Brochures and leaflets with general information about studying abroad;• Information about language courses;• Information on grants/funds for studying and internships abroad;• Complementary access to databases of companies both here and abroad and institutions that provide grants.

Career guides are available to students for free. Students can also access various online tools to help find a first job with the organisation or company most suitable, or a suitable Bachelor’s or Master’s programme. Some tools are even available on Blackboard.

A team of specialists at the Education and Student Affairs Department at Jaffalaan 9 offers assistance and advice to students.

Questions or personal issues?Make an appointment with a university student counsellor or student psychologist at the Education and Student Affairs Front Office desk, or come to the open consultation hours.Jaffalaan 9a (entrance on Mekelweg)Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 9.00 to 17.00T +31 (0)15 27 88004E [email protected]

Walk-in consultationUniversity student counsellors: Tuesdays from 11.30 - 12.30Student psychologists: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11.30 - 12.30



Individual ConsultationIf you would like to talk about your future, finding a job in the Netherlands or abroad, you can make an appointment for individual guidance and counselling with a University student counsellor.

There are also walk-in consultation hours every Tuesday from 11.30 to 12.30, where you can come in for ‘guide career questions’.

WorkshopsThe University student counsellors organise many career orientation workshops for students throughout the year. For more information about the workshops, please visit www.smartstudie.nl

Student societiesThe student societies organise career-related activities throughout the year, such as company visits and company presentations at the faculty.

3.

Studying atTU Delft

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3.1

Academic calendar 2009/2010The Dutch academic year runs from the first week of September to the beginning of July of the following year. There is a summer holiday, but students who may have to resit examinations in August tend to study during the summer break.

*) The University, all

public offices and many

shops are closed on

these days.

First semester

July 2009 1 28

August 4 11 17

20 - 22 AugMeet & GreetRegistration

24

24 - 29 AugIntroductionProgramme

September 1

1 Sep15.00 Opening of academic year

Start of classes

8 15 22 29

October 6 13 20

20 - 24 OctNo classes

27

27 - 31 OctExams

November 3

Start of classes

10 17 24

December 1

5 DecSinterklaas

8 15 22

25 - 31 DecChristmas Holidays (the University is closed)

29

1 JanNew Year’s Day*

29 Dec - 2 JanNo classes

January 2010

5

5 - 9 JanNo classes

12

12 – 16 JanExams

19

19 – 23 JanExams

26

26 – 30 JanExams

Second semester

February 2

Start of classes

9 16 23

March 2 9 16 23

23 – 27 MarNo classes

30

30 Mar – 4 AprExams

April 6

10 AprGood Friday*

13

12 AprilEaster Sunday*

13 AprEaster Monday*

20

21 MayAscension Day*

27

27 Apr – 5 MaySpring holidays

30 AprQueen’s Birthday*

May 4

5 MayLiberation Day*

11 18

21 MayAscension Day*

25

31 MayPentecost Sunday

June 1

1 JunPentecost Monday*

8

8 – 12 JunNo classes

15

15 – 19 JunExams

22

22 – 26 JunExams

29

29 Jun – 3 JulExams

July 6 13 20 27

August 3 10 17

17 – 21 AugResits

24

24 – 28 AugResits

29



3.2

RegulationsCode of conduct

TU Delft is a signatory of the national ‘Code of Conduct with respect to International Students in Dutch Higher Education’ - a joint initiative of institutes of higher education and the government.

The Code of Conduct sets standards and guidelines and serves as a guide to participating institutes of higher education in their interactions with international students. Signatories guarantee the quality of the programmes offered, recruitment, selection procedures and counselling.

The TU Delft Executive Board can issue regulations and take measures to ensure proper procedures are followed in the buildings of the university and on its grounds. These measures may include the partial or complete exclusion from the buildings or grounds of a person who has infringed the regulations, for a period up to a maximum of one year. For more information, see the general regulations in the Student Charter or visit www.internationalstudy.nl > general information.

ICT management regulationsThese regulations also apply specifically to the use of ICT facilities by students. This is reflected in the ‘TU Delft Management Regulations for the use of Educational ICT facilities by Students’. These regulations govern the use by students of the university’s network and computer equipment.

No-smoking ruleSmoking is prohibited in all TU Delft buildings except in designated smoking areas. The Executive Board has requested the Deans of the faculties to ensure that the no-smoking rule is strictly enforced.

3.3

TU Delft facilitiesTU Delft Library

The central TU Delft Library is a hub of technical and scientific information in the Netherlands. It is also a magnificent piece of architecture. The collection comprises books, periodicals, conference proceedings, reports, standards and reference works. Some university faculties also have their own libraries with collections aimed at their own research. Books which are not in stock can be obtained on loan from other university libraries.

The library catalogue can be accessed digitally via www.library.tudelft.nlIt is also possible to request books and other media from the collection. ‘Ask your library’ (https://askyourlibrary.tudelft.nl) is the virtual reference service of the TU Delft Library. The staff will be happy to help you by e-mail, chat or phone. Study rooms are available for staff and students, many provided with PCs and internet. Reservations of a study room can be made at the reception desk with your student identity or university card. There are also 1000 study places, partly provided with PCs, for which no reservation need be made.

Library membershipEveryone is welcome to use the facilities that are open to the public, such as information searches and reference works and periodicals.

To request or borrow publications from the TU Delft Library’s collection The Central Library is a favourite study haunt of TU Delft students.





you need a Library Pass. You can apply for this personal pass at the Central Library’s Information Desk or at one of the Faculty libraries. For TU Delft students and staff it is free of charge on presentation of a valid campus card and a recent and valid proof of identity and address. Guests of the university can obtain a Library Pass free of charge for the period on presentation of their declaration of hospitality. Other users pay an annual membership fee of €20.

More informationFor more information about the TU Delft Library contact customer service: e-mail: [email protected], telephone: +31 (0)15 27 85678.

TU Delft Sport Centre and Culture Centre A good way to meet students outside the faculty is to join sports and cultural groups. The TU Delft Sport Centre and Culture Centre are located at Mekelweg 8-10 (website: www.snc.tudelft.nl).

The university’s Sport Centre and Culture Centre offer a vast selection of opportunities for activities, personal development, relaxation and social interaction. The sports centre offers facilities and qualified instructors for many team and individual sports. You need an annual ‘sportkaart’ (sports card) to make use of the facilities; this costs €89 (students) and €169 (staff incl. PhD students) and can be purchased at the sports centre at any time. You will need your campus card to obtain this. The card is valid for one academic year (September to August). With this card, you can make use of all facilities at the centre, except for the gym, for which you will need a additional ‘fitnesskaart’ (€80,- valid for one year). You can also join any of the available sports programmes (see the website for the available programmes and enrolment periods). For some sports, like swimming and squash, there is no facility at the sports centre, but with the ‘sportkaart’ you can make use of specific facilities elsewhere in Delft at a reduced tariff. You can naturally choose to join any of the 40 sports clubs that practice and play competition matches at the sports centre.

The culture centre also offers the possibility to develop skills in various cultural activities such as photography, painting, and sculpting. Musical instruments are available, as well as a recording studio, an art studio, a rehearsal studio, a darkroom and dance studio. The main music hall is suitable for small plays and concerts. You obtain access to these facilities by purchasing a card for the facility you wish to use. On average these cards cost €65 per year. You can follow courses in any instrument given by qualified instructors (prices vary depending on length and level of the course, see website for details). You can also choose to join a band that practises weekly.

The Sport Centre and Culture Centre are also an ideal place for leisure and social activities. A place where students can unwind during parties, shows, and musical and theatre productions. The modern Sports Cafe offers a wide range of food and drinks from early hours to late at night.

Opening hours Sport Centre: Opening hours Culture Centre:Mon-Fri: 8.00 – 23.30 Mon-Fri: 10.00 – 00.00Sat-Sun: 9.00 – 19.00 Sat: 10.00 – 17.00 and Sun: 14.00 – 00.00

TU Delft Library

Prometheusplein 1

2628 ZC Delft

T +31 (0)15 27 85678

www.library.tudelft.nl

TU Delft Sport Centre

and Culture Centre

Mekelweg 8-10

2628 CD Delft

T +31 (0)15 27 83988

(Culture Centre)

T+31 (0)15 27 82443

(Sport Centre)

www.snc.tudelft.nl

‘Studium Generale’Since 1946 all universities in the Netherlands have had their own so-called Studium Generale (or general studies) to extend the general knowledge of students, staff and others interested by means of freely accessible programmes on culture technology, society and science. In addition to lectures, exhibitions and workshops (some of which are in English), Studium Generale works with themes that change on a regular basis. Most programmes are free - for all. The workshops request a small contribution. The current programme is on www.sg.tudelft.nl

3.4

Activities for international students

TU Delft organises a range of activities for internationals student during the academic year to help make their time in Delft truly memorable. The online community for international students, www.ourcommunity.tudelft.nl, lists and promotes activities especially for international students. On this web page, you can also find background information and photos of past events.

Information on other activities throughout the year can be found on Blackboard, a virtual learning environment that you will become familiar with soon after your arrival.

Introduction WeekTU Delft welcomes new international MSc students with an introduction programme which features all kinds of activities from finding out about how TU Delft is organised and exploring the city of Delft and its environs to language classes, learning about Dutch culture and much more! Read more in Chapter 5.2.

Studium Generale

Jaffalaan 5

2628 BX Delft

T +31 (0)15 27 85235

www.sg.tudelft.nl

There’s more to TU Delft than academics. Make time to enjoy the social side of life at TU Delft.





ExcursionsThe International Office organises several excursions during the academic year to visit typically Dutch locations. Examples include:• the Delta Works, a major civil engineering project designed to protect the province of Zeeland from the sea;• the Keukenhof, a park with millions of tulips, hyacinths and daffodils in full bloom;• Amsterdam, including a visit to one of its famous museums (Van Gogh M, Rijksmuseum) and a canal cruise.

Friday Nights

Every Friday evening, an international student night is organised at the Culture Centre for and by TU Delft’s international students . At these Friday Night events, you get the chance to meet each other and learn more about each other’s country and culture. Past events include a Persian New Year’s celebration, a Valentine Party, cheese tasting, Indian Holi festival, Chinese New Year, Turkish Delight and a lecture on famous graphic artist Escher. If you are interested in organising a Friday Night event, you can e-mail your proposal to [email protected].

International Sports Day In March or April, international students from all over the world, studying at various universities in the Netherlands, meet for a fun day of sports, games and relaxation hosted by one of the participating universities. The event covers sports and games of all kinds, from soccer, athletics, basketball and volleyball, to table tennis, badminton, chess and darts. And when all the prizes have been awarded, it’s time to party.

Farewell CelebrationUpon graduation, the Executive Board of TU Delft invites its MSc students to the Farewell Celebration. This event gives you the chance to say goodbye to your friends, fellow students, lecturers, professors and mentors. During the celebration you will receive the MSc yearbook containing stories, pictures and experiences contributed by all the international Master’s students who started in your year.

AEGEE student association also organises plenty of activities for international students. Chapter 8.1 tells you more.

3.5

Student societiesIn Delft, each study programme has its own student society. These societies, fully run by students, organise many activities to complement and support study work. Excursions to companies, symposia, readings, lectures and even study trips abroad all form part of this. Most societies also publish their own periodicals and an annual yearbook containing a lot of information about Delft, your study and study companions.

Most student societies also organise get-togethers where you have the opportunity to get to know your fellow students in an informal way. As an international student you will be given a warm welcome by your student society.

The student societies are there to assist you in your studies, for instance by publishing and offering study books for sale at discounted prices. They

also play an important role in the evaluation of the degree programmes and specific courses.

The contributions and participation of international students are also valued at the many student societies.

3.6

Visa & residence permitsVisa (MVV)

Nationals from European Union (EU) and European Free Trade Organisation (EFTA) countries and nationals from the U.S.A., Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Japan and South Korea do not require a visa to enter the Netherlands. If you have a different nationality and you want to stay more than three months, you need a special visa called ‘MVV’. TU Delft helps students with their visa application by using a special accelerated student procedure. When you are admitted to TU Delft the International Office will inform you about the visa procedure. For general information on the visa procedure go to www.nuffic.nl/immigration

Residence permitAll students (EU and non-EU) staying longer than four months in the country need to register as a resident at the local municipality. The International Office will make an application on your behalf on registration day.

General information on applying for a residence permit is to be found on www.nuffic.nl/immigration. Exchange students can also view www.tudelft.nl/exchange for detailed description of visa & residence permit application procedures.

Extension residence permit non-EU nationalsYou are yourself responsible for any extension to your residence permit. Eight weeks before your permit expires you must apply for the extension at the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation service Zwolle (mailing address: Postbus 7023, 8007 HA Zwolle, telephone 038 888 6666). We strongly recommend you to send your application by registered mail. Three months before your permit expires the IND will send you the form to be completed. If you do not receive this then download the form from www.nuffic.nl/immigration. Overstaying the term of the permit can have grave consequences; IND has the right to have you re-apply for a MVV visa from your home country if you apply too late for the renewal of the residence permit.

Tuberculosis examinationFor the application of the residence permit you will have to undergo a TBC check. Read more in chapter 8.4: Medical care.

Special visa for graduated MSc studentsIf you want to find a job or PhD position in the Netherlands after graduation, you should apply at the IND Immigration Office for a residence permit as a ‘zoekstudent’ (searching student); this residence permit is valid for 12 months. It is crucial that you apply for the searching student permit before the day your registration at TU Delft ends. The legislation on this subject changes regularly, so visit the website at www.ind.nl for the information you want.

IND

Dutch Immigration Office

The organisation for entry

into the Netherlands

Telephone: 0900 123 4561

www.ind.nl

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3.7

Health and liability insuranceIn principle everyone who lives in the Netherlands must have a health insurance. There are differences in the way these rules apply depending on the person’s land of origin (EU and non-EU). Whether you work or receive a salary as a PhD researcher is also relevant. See details below.

Non-EU studentsThe Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation service (IND) will check to make sure that your insurance coverage meets Dutch standards.

All students are obliged to take out the Insurance Passport for Students (IPS) Health and Liability insurance arranged for you by TU Delft. The insurance fee is currently €36.50 per month (May 2009). You will receive your insurance policy from the International Office upon arrival at TU Delft.

Please note:The IPS insurance does not cover the costs of treatment for existing diseases and illnesses that you already had and could have been treated in your home country, prior to moving to the Netherlands; nor does it cover the costs of hospital treatment if it would be medically justified to postpone treatment until you return to your home country. This insurance policy also does not cover pregnancy treatment, if the pregnancy has already ‘commenced’ prior to your arrival in the Netherlands. For more information concerning insurance and conditions please check the IPS website: www.ips-lippmann.hofstaete.nl

Students above the age of 30 would normally fall under the legally obliged basic health insurance for Dutch inhabitants. Since their stay is temporary, they are, by exception, allowed to be covered under the IPS student insurance for a maximum of 3 years. The IPS insurance costs less than half of the basic health insurance. To be able to do so, students must declare that they are staying for the length of their study (with a maximum of 3 years) and that they will return to their home country upon completion of their study. The form required will be handed to them upon arrival or can be requested at the International Office.

More information about the insurance terms for each specific student group can be found in chapter 4: BSc students, chapter 5: MSc students, chapter 6: Exchange and free mover students and chapter 7: PhD researchers.

EU studentsIf your health insurance in your home country in the EU also covers you abroad, you can get a European Health Insurance Card before your trip to the Netherlands. Please ensure this covers your whole stay in the Netherlands. If your European Health Insurance Card is only valid for an initial part of your stay, then you must either renew your EU health card or choose the IPS insurance for the period that covers the period after your EU health card expires.

If you are unable to use the EU health card you are obliged to take out a health insurance policy. We recommend IPS Health and liability insurance. Please visit their website www.ips-lippmann.hofstaete.nl for more information about the insurance and conditions.



EU and non-EU students - liability insuranceIf you are to blame for an accident that injures someone or damages another person’s property, you are in principle responsible for paying all the costs arising from the accident. The resulting claim for damages could be very high. We strongly urge you to take out liability insurance, which will cover claims of up to €1,250,000 per event. TU Delft does not accept any liability or responsibility for any lack of insurance.

EU and non-EU students - study and a (part-time) job or internshipMany foreign students will need a work permit in order to take on a part-time job. This depends on your nationality. EU citizens do not need a work permit. Citizens of all other countries do need a work permit. Moreover, Dutch immigration laws restrict the number of hours you may work. You may either do seasonal work full-time (but only in June, July and August), or you may work part-time throughout the year (but no more than 10 hours a week). You may not do both.

If you have a (part-time) job (this also applies to PhD researchers) during your study you will be required to subscribe to the compulsory basic insurance package. You may choose the health insurance company through which you wish to be insured. The premium is not prescribed by law and this vary by company.

TU Delft has a collective contract for its employees with two insurance companies that allows you to get insurance for a competitive premium. Information on these insurances can be requested at the Central Student Administration.

If you have taken out the IPS insurance of €36.50 before you started the job, it cannot be cancelled. It can only be changed into the basic package of €16. With this package you will still be insured for liability, repatriation etc.

Detailed information about formalities and rules can be found at:www.nuffic.nl/international-students > Staying in Holland > Working

while studying.

Compensation: healthcare allowance (‘zorgtoeslag’)Depending on your income, you may be eligible for a monthly payment from the government called a Health Care Allowance (zorgtoeslag) to help you with your medical and health insurance premiums. You can apply for the Health Care Allowance by getting in touch with the tax and customs administration (Belastingdienst). Additional information is available at the following website: www.nuffic.nl/international-students > Preparing your stay > Insurance > Healthcare allowance.

3.8

AccommodationTU Delft offers foreign students and guests accommodation in Delft. This is a major challenge every year. The university is constantly searching to extend the number and character (or size) of living units available. Over coming years TU Delft will be building actively on the campus. Housing is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Unfortunately there is no guarantee that you will receive housing through TU Delft.



For accommodation TU Delft works together with accommodation specialist DUWO. TU Delft has contracted with DUWO to reserve some 1,250 units annually (this number is growing every year) for international students and guests. Applicants receive a contract for a specific period of time. Interim cancellation of this contract is not permitted.

Prices of such Short Stay Housing are generally higher than for the normal subsidised student housing but lower than the prices demanded by commercial organisations. Many students find rental prices high, especially when compared to student housing or rooms in cities close by.

There are several reasons for these high prices. First of all, the rental price includes furnishing, energy, use of common areas, an Internet connection and the use of a washing machine, which is not the case in other student housing. Secondly these rooms are exclusively reserved for international students.

Chapters 4 to 7 explain what TU Delft and DUWO together can offer to each of the student groups and PhD researchers.

4 .

BSc students

DUWO

Student accommodation

Kanaalweg 4

2628 EB Delft

T 015 219 2200

Opening hours: Mon-Fri

8.30 - 17.00

www.duwo.nl

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4.1

Definition and programme structureTU Delft offers three-year Bachelor of Science (BSc) programmes, focusing on mathematics and physics. Each academic year consists of two semesters. The BSc programmes are taught in Dutch, except for Aerospace Engineering which is taught both in Dutch and English. Lectures and projects go hand in hand with immediate involvement in team on assignments under the supervision of lecturers. A test or project concludes the Bachelor’s programme.

4.2

RegistrationAfter arrival in the Netherlands, your first step in studying at TU Delft is registration at the Central Student Administration (CSA). Once registered in the student information system, you receive a student number, student identity card, access to Blackboard (a virtual learning environment), NetId (for internet access) and you can register for courses and examinations.

Dutch universities register students monthly as of the first day of the month. So for instance if you arrive on September 16th, you will be registered as of September 1st. To register at the TU Delft you will need the following documents:• A copy of the page of your passport with your personal data; those who need an Authorisation for Temporary Stay (MVV) should also provide a copy of the page of the passport with the MVV Sticker; EU/EEA nation als should provide a copy of the page of the passport with a special EU/ EEA sticker; • Your TU Delft admissions letter.

To complete the registration process, a personal digital photo is required. This can be made during registration at the CSA at Jaffalaan 9a. Your student identity card is ususally ready within 3 weeks after registration. CSA will invite you to collect your student identity card. Please note that you must re-register every year, something you will be informed about by the International Office.

Please bring enough cash to cover any immediate expenses, such as the first month’s rent and accommodation deposit. You will need approximately €1,500 to cover these first costs.

4.3

Health and liability insuranceChapter 3.7 talks about health and liability insurance. If you start a part-time job, you should know that your insurance can be changed into coverage for liability and repatriation for just €16 per month. Starting a job will mean that you will have to take out compulsory basic health insurance. Please read the insurance terms and conditions carefully. The only reason the IPS insurance can be cancelled outright is if you graduate or leave your programme at TU Delft.

DelFly, a micro aerial vehicle equipped with a video camera and transmitter, was developed by TU Delft students.

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4.4

AccommodationDue to the rapidly increasing number of incoming students, suitable student accommodation tends to be in short supply in Delft. For this reason, we can only offer accommodation to BSc students participating in the international (English-taught) BSc programme in Aerospace Engineering. This accommodation is only available for one year, which means that students will have to arrange their own accommodation thereafter. Housing is allocated on a first come, first served basis (i.e. in order of payment received). Unfortunately TU Delft cannot guarantee accommodation.

Students are accommodated by the housing agency DUWO. The accommodation consists of a one-room furnished studio, equipped with bed linen and a set of kitchen utensils for one. Almost all rooms come with Internet access and the use of a washing machine, and are within three kilometers of the university. There is some on-campus housing, but generally students live off campus. Family housing is not available.

The rent is between €450 and €600 per month. Upon arrival, you will be required to pay the first month’s rent and a deposit of €300. The rental period starts on the 1st or 16th of the month and ends on the 15th or last day of the month. This means that if you arrive, for example, on the 7th of the month, your commencing date will be the 1st of that month.

BSc students not participating in the international (English taught) BSc Programme in Aerospace Engineering will have to arrange accommodation themselves. Securing accommodation is far from easy. However, TU Delft’s website provides some suggestions on how to find a room.

5.

MSc students

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5.1

Definition and programme structureMSc students study at TU Delft with the objective of obtaining an MSc degree. TU Delft offers over thirty MSc programmes. The first year of most programmes comprises theoretical study, assignments and laboratory work. The second is largely devoted to final thesis work and involves either 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 duration of all MSc programmes is two years and they are all taught in English. During your study, guidance and assistance will be provided at all times. The MSc programme coordinator monitors your progress and provides advice whenever appropriate.

For more information please visit www.tudelft.nl/msc

5.2

Introduction WeekDuring the last week of August, the International Office, the Faculties and Dutch and international students welcome the new international MSc students with a special programme in which all international students are required to participate. This programme includes the following:

A Meet & Greet at Schiphol airportEmployees of the international office and students of TU Delft will welcome you on your arrival at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. They will meet you at the gate, provide you with information and a small food package, and hand over the keys to your apartment. A shuttle bus will then take you to your accommodation in Delft where you will be met by a host who will help you settle in at your apartment.

Introduction ProgrammeFinding your way in a new country, meeting fellow students and encountering a new culture and a new language is an exciting and challenging experience. After your arrival in Delft, an enthusiastic team of Dutch and international students will be on hand to introduce you to: • the campus and student facilities; • teaching methods and cultural differences; • social life and the city of Delft.

You will be assigned a mentor who will guide you through this extensive Introduction Programme.

In 2009, the introduction programme starts with a social event in the weekend of 22 - 23 August and continues on Monday, 24 August with compulsory lectures and group projects. The programme ends on August 29.

RegistrationA important part of the introduction week is making sure that your are registered in the Netherlands. A temporary one-stop shop has been set up, where you can take care of all the procedures you need to get settled in Delft as a new student. You will be given a personal appointment for a specific date and time. At this appointment, you will be able to do the Unforgettable: your graduation day.

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following:• sign your housing contract;• arrange your insurance;• register as a resident of Delft;• obtain information on opening a Dutch bank account;• arrange your residence permit;• register as a student at TU Delft.

The introduction week also includes a visit to your faculty, getting to know the ICT infrastructure at TU Delft and having your laptop configured.

Full information about the programme can be found on www.ourcommunity.tudelft.nl

Please bring enough cash to cover immediate expenses. You will need approximately €1,000 to cover standard costs.

5.3

Registration at TU DelftYou will register with the Central Student Administration (CSA) as a student at TU Delft during the Introduction Week (see chapter 5.2). Once you have registered, you will receive a student number, a student identity card (ID Card), access to Blackboard (a virtual learning environment), a NetId (for internet access) and you can register for courses and examinations.

Your student ID Card is indispensable: it grants you access to many of the facilities at TU Delft. You need a digital photograph for this ID card, which will be taken during the Introduction Week. Your ID card is usually ready within 3 weeks of registration. The Central Student Administration will invite you to collect your card when it is ready. Please note that you must re-register for each year of your studies. The International Office will provide you with further information on this matter.

Dutch universities register students according to the first day of the month. So for instance, if you arrive on September 16th, you will be registered from September 1st.

5.4

Health and liability insuranceChapter 3.7 tells you about health and liability insurance. If you start a part-time job, you should be aware that your insurance can be changed into coverage for liability and repatriation for just €16 per month. Starting a job will mean that you will have to take out compulsory basic health insurance. Please read the insurance terms and conditions carefully. The only reason the IPS insurance can be cancelled outright is if you graduate or leave your programme at TU Delft.

5.5

AccommodationStudents coming to Delft are generally accommodated by the housing agency DUWO. Students receive one-room furnished studios, each equipped with sheets, bedding and pillowcases, and a box with kitchen utensils for one. Almost all rooms are provided with internet and (shared) washing machines and are close to the university (within three kilometres).

There is some on-campus housing, but generally students live off campus. Family housing is not available.

You can use the confirmation statement to indicate that you would like TU Delft to arrange housing for you. If TU Delft arranges housing for you, you will sign an 11-month contract with DUWO upon arrival in Delft. This contract can only be cancelled under specific circumstances (see below). After one year you can choose to extend the contract for another year. The rent is between €450 and €600 per month. Upon arrival, you will be requested to pay the first month’s rent and a deposit of €300.

Early termination of a rental contract is only possible on the following grounds:• If you are doing an internship as part of your MSc studies in a town more than 50 km from Delft. Please remember that there will be no guarantee that other housing will be available when you return to Delft.• If you stop your studies and cancel your registration at TU Delft. In both cases, you will need a letter from the housing coordinator at the International Office in order to cancel the contract.

All MSc students are expected to arrive in Delft between 20 and 23 August. The rental period starts on 20 August. This means that if you arrive, for example, on 24 August, your rental period will still start on 20 August.

5.6

Bank accountOpening a bank account in the Netherlands is not easy if you don’t have a residence permit. Since you may not get your permit until some time after your arrival, the University has made special arrangements with the following branch of ABN AMRO bank. You will receive the application papers upon arrival so you can use the facility almost immediately.

If you go through TU Delft to open a bank account, the bank will arrange a student account for you. This package includes a bank account, a cash machine card with a ‘chipknip’ (an electronic wallet), and access to Internet banking.

Students have to pay a one-off administration fee of €20 and a service fee of €7.50 per quarter.

Please note that…When you graduate and leave the Netherlands, you have to cancel your bank account with the ABN AMRO bank yourself.

For more information please visit www.abnamro.nl

Course week abroad: the ATHENS programmeEach year in November and March, short intensive courses are organised by several European Universities called the ATHENS programme (Advanced Technology Higher Education Network, Socrates). Courses are designed for students doing a Master’s or in the last year of their Bachelor’s programme. The language of instruction is English and/or French. Each course covers 30 hours of scientific course work as wellas 10-15 hours of ‘European Dimension’ activities. More information can be found on the website: www.tudelft.nl/exchange > ATHENS week

ABN AMRO Bank

Martinus Nijhofflaan 1

2624 ER Delft

T 0900 0024

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6.

Exchangeand free mover students

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6.1

Definition exchange studentsExchange students are students participating in a Socrates-Erasmus programme, or students from a university that has a bilateral agreement with TU Delft (see www.tudelft.nl/exchange > partner universities). Exchange students are ‘non-degree’ students, not studying for a degree from TU Delft but taking courses there as part of their studies at their home university; the credits gained at TU Delft being transferable.

In order to become an exchange student at TU Delft, you must meet the following requirements:• You should have successfully completed at least the first year of study at your home university.• You should be academically qualified for the course work or research you wish to pursue at TU Delft.• Your study programme should match the courses or modules you wish to pursue at TU Delft.• Your home university should approve your exchange and fully accept the examination results obtained at TU Delft.

Exchange students can be registered at TU Delft for an uninterrupted period of 12 months maximum though they should remain registered at their home university. Exchange students do not pay tuition fees at TU Delft.

If exchange students wish to continue their studies after the exchange period of 12 months, they must register as regular students (if their objective is to obtain a degree) or as ‘free movers’ (see below) and will be required to pay tuition fees.

For more information please visit www.tudelft.nl/exchange

6.2

Learning agreement/study plan exchangestudentsBefore your departure, you and your home educational institution must make an agreement with TU Delft as to the study you wish to follow and the fact that this will be seen as a fully recognised component of the study at your home institution. You may find that your final study plan can only be drawn up after your arrival at TU Delft, because not all necessary information is available. We advise you to discuss your study plan on arrival with the international exchange coordinator.

6.3

Registration exchange studentsYour first step to studying at TU Delft is registration. To register at TU Delft, please contact the international exchange coordinator after you arrive. You will be asked to show:• A copy of the page of your passport with your personal data; those who need an Authorisation for Temporary Stay (MVV) should also hand in a copy of the page of the passport with the MVV sticker; EU/EEA nation als should hand in a copy of the page of the passport with a special EU/EEA sticker.• Proof of registration at your home university.Once registered in the student information system, you will obtain a student number; a student identity card, access to Blackboard (a virtual

Mekelpark, the heart of TU Delft’s campus.An auto-free zone, with undulating hills andbroad, winding, tree-lined avenues.





learning environment), a NetID and you can register for courses and examinations. Probably most important: your results can be registered. For many facilities at TU Delft your student identity card will be indispensable.

Finally visit the front office of International Office at Jaffalaan 9a, opening hours Monday to Friday from 9.00 to 17.00, to make a digital photograph for your student identity card. You will be informed at your postal address in the Netherlands that you can pick up your student identity card from the front desk within six weeks.

Extension of your stayIf you wish to extend your stay at TU Delft you will have to apply for this extension with the international exchange coordinator. The exchange program lasts at maximum 12 months. You may also have to apply for an extension of your residence permit eight weeks before it expires. See also chapter 3.6.

6.4

Health and liability insuranceChapter 3.7 tells you about health and liability insurance. If you start a part-time job, you should know that your insurance can be changed into coverage for liability and repatriation for just €16 per month. Starting a job will mean that you will have to take out compulsory basic health insurance. Please read the insurance terms and conditions carefully.

The only reason the IPS insurance can be cancelled outright is if you leave your programme at TU Delft.

6.5

Accommodation exchange studentsExchange students coming to TU Delft are generally accommodated by the housing agency DUWO. Accommodation is either one-room furnished studios or private rooms with shared facilities. Each room comes with bed linen and kitchen utensils for one. All rooms are near the university, within a range of approximately three kilometres. There is some on-campus housing, but generally students live off campus. All accommodations are suitable for one person only; they cannot be shared. There is no family housing available.

If you would like TU Delft to arrange accommodation for you, send the accommodation application form from DUWO to the faculty exchange coordinator together with your application to TU Delft. If you are accepted as an exchange student, the faculty exchange coordinator will approve your housing application and will send it on to DUWO for you. Both forms can be found on our website: www.tudelft.nl/exchange

If you have TU Delft arrange housing for you, you will sign a contract for a fixed period with DUWO. This means that you are bound for the full term of the contract.

The rent is between €450 and €600 per month. On arrival you will be requested to pay one month’s rent and a deposit of €300. Please note that completing and signing the application form is not free of obligation. Handing in the signed form implies liability for the rent of at least one month as there is a (legal) notice term of one month. If notice is given too late the student may have to pay six weeks rent. Please read the accommodation conditions carefully.

If, by chance, no room is available the applicant remains on the waiting list. This means a room can (and often will) be offered in the month prior to your arrival. Of course, in this case there will not be a month’s notice and you can simply accept the offer within seven days (by e-mail).

Student housing Student housing is distributed on a first come, first served base, which means that you are more likely to receive housing when you apply well in advance. In over 95% of the applications the housing agency DUWO succeeds in effectively housing students. Housing in Delft is scarce, especially in September when many international students arrive to add to the many Dutch students looking for rooms. Although it is possible to find accommodation yourself, it is not easy. More information on arranging your own accommodation can be found on our website: www.tudelft.nl/exchange >accommodation

Student accommodation is scarce in Delft, but the University helps international students find suitable temporary housing.





6.6

Definition free mover studentsFree mover students are ‘non-degree’ students, making their own arrangements. They are not involved in a Socrates-Erasmus exchange programme or any other bilateral agreement and pay tuition fees to TU Delft. Tuition fees can be found on www.tudelft.nl/exchange >tuition fee.

Free movers can be registered at TU Delft for up to an uninterrupted period of 12 months. If they decide to obtain a degree at TU Delft during this period, they have to pay the required tuition fee determined by the type of programme.

EU and EEA students - loan tuition feesYou may apply for a loan for tuition fees from the Informatie Beheer Groep (IB-groep) if you:• Are a national of an EU-country (Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Great Britain, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxemburg, Malta, Austria, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Slovakia, Spain, Czech Republic or Sweden), an EEA country (Liechtenstein, Norway or Iceland) or have Swiss nationality;• Follow a programme in the Netherlands that qualifies you for an allowance or a grant;• Pay tuition fees in the Netherlands;• Under the nationality rules do not qualify for an allowance or a grant.

You redeem the loan after your graduation. Note: the loan for tuition fees is a form of funding of your studies. The months in which you receive a loan for tuition fees count as months used for the funding of your studies.

Detailed information on this subject and an application form can be found in the brochure ‘EU and EEA students loan tuition fees’, obtainable via the IB-groep website www.ib-groep.nl and the International Office of TU Delft.

RegistrationYour first step to studying at TU Delft is registration. To register at TU Delft, please contact the international exchange coordinator after you arrive. You will be asked to show:• A copy of the page of your passport with your personal data; those who need an Authorisation for Temporary Stay (MVV) should also hand in a copy of the page of the passport with the MVV sticker; EU/EEA nation als should hand in a copy of the page of the passport with a special EU/ EEA sticker.• Proof of registration at your home university.

Once registered in the student information system, you will obtain a student number; a student identity card, access to Blackboard (a virtual learning environment), a NetId and you can register for courses and examinations. Probably most important: your results can be registered. For many facilities at TU Delft your student identity card will be indispensable.

Finally visit the front office of International Office at Jaffalaan 9a, opening hours Monday to Friday from 9.00 to 17.00, to make a digital photograph for your student identity card. You will be informed at your postal address in the Netherlands that you can pick up your student identity card from the front desk within six weeks.

ABN AMRO Bank

Martinus Nijhofflaan 1

2624 ER Delft

T 0900 0024

www.abnamro.nl

IB-Groep

Study Finance/

Steunpunt Studiefi-

nanciering

Koninginnegracht 12B

2514 AA Den Haag

T 050 599 7755

Opening hours:

9.00 - 17.00

www.ib-groep.nl

Extension of your stayIf you wish to extend your stay at TU Delft you will have to apply for an extension with the international exchange coordinator. If applicable you also have to apply for an extension of your residence permit eight weeks before your permit expires. See also chapter 3.6.

AccommodationFree mover students are not eligible for the housing arrangements of TU Delft. More information on arranging your own accommodation can be found on our website: www.tudelft.nl/exchange > accommodation.

6.7

Bank account Getting a bank account in the Netherlands is not easy if you don’t have a residence permit. Since you may not get your permit until some time after your arrival, the University has made special arrangements with the following branch of ABN AMRO bank on the Martinus Nijhofflaan.

You will receive the application papers upon arrival so you can use the facility almost immediately.

If you go through TU Delft to open a bank account, the bank will arrange a student account for you. This package includes a bank account, a cash machine card with a ‘chipknip’ (an electronic wallet), and access to Internet banking.

Exchange and free mover students have to pay a one-time administration fee of €20 and a service fee of €7 per quarter.

Please note that…When you graduate and leave the Netherlands, you have to cancel your bank account with the ABN AMRO bank yourself.

For further information please visit www.abnamro.nl



7.

PhD researchers

There are around 1,800 PhD researchers at TU Delft. Sixty per cent of these resear-chers come from outside of the Netherlands and many of them collaborate with other researchers across the world. Their work is at the cutting edge of modern science and technology.

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7.1

Definition and programme structurePhD researchers conduct research at TU Delft with the objective of obtaining a PhD degree. A PhD project normally takes four years and consists of independent research and a dissertation. At the start of the research project, the student and their supervisor create an Education & Supervision Plan which details factors such as the facilities needed, supervision and guidance. The greater part of the PhD researchers pursue their research as employees of TU Delft, which means that they receive a salary and have the same rights and obligations as any other employee of the university.

7.2

Finding a PhD positionTU Delft has nine multidisciplinary research schools and various research institutes equipped for and dedicated to research and innovation. Each faculty also offers PhD positions. For a complete overview of the research conducted at TU Delft we refer to our website. PhD researchers can contact the research schools, institutes or groups directly or apply for positions offered on the recruitment website www.jobsinDelft.nl/phd and ‘Academic Transfer’ www.academictransfer.nl/org

7.3

Visa and work permit Whether you as prospective PhD researcher from outside the European Union will need to apply for a visa or residence permit depends on the way the PhD project is financed.

• PhD researchers who will be employed by TU Delft do not need to apply for a work permit, because TU Delft will apply for a visa (MVV) on their behalf through the ‘kennismigrantenprocedure’, an immigration pro gramme for highly skilled temporary arrivals.• PhD candidates who are not EU nationals and who are financing their PhD project through private means or a scholarship will require an Authorisation for Temporary Stay (MVV) in order to enter the Netherlands. HR Services will apply to the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) for this document on their behalf. The Dutch government abides by the regulations laid out in EU Directive 2005/71/EC, which provides for fast-track visas procedures for academic candidates and does away with the requirement for a work permit. Candidates only qualify for this scheme if they hold a degree certificate which entitles them to participate in a PhD programme.

As a PhD researcher you will need at least basic health insurance in the Netherlands. TU Delft can usually help you to apply for this compulsory insurance.

More detailed information can be found on our website www.internationalstaff.tudelft.nl

Wireless Internet is available from many locations on campus.

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7.4

Accommodation As a PhD researcher you will become a member of staff at TU Delft. The faculty housing coordinator or the secretary of the department where you will conduct your research can arrange housing for you on request. They can also supply you with the relevant application form. Once you have completed and returned this form, it will be forwarded to the housing association (DUWO). The contract with DUWO is subject to a minimum period of 2 weeks and a maximum of 52 weeks. Upon arrival, you will be required to pay one month’s rent and a deposit. Rental periods start on the 1st or 16th of the month and end on the 15th or last day of the month.

Please note that completing and signing the accommodation application form is not free of obligation. Handing in the signed form implies liability for rent. If you wish to cancel the contract, you must do so at least one month before the commencement of the rental period. If this is given too late you will have to pay at least six weeks’ rent. Please read the accommodation conditions carefully. If, by chance, no room is available, the applicant will remain on the waiting list. This means a room can (and often will) be offered in the month prior to your arrival. Of course, in this case there will not be a month’s notice and you can simply accept or decline the offer within five days (by e-mail).

If you intend to bring your family, please note that your accommodations options through TU Delft will be very limited. Please contact the secretary of your department or research group well in advance and she will assist you finding accommodation for you and your family.

Housing is distributed on a first come, first served base, which means that you are more likely to receive housing if you apply well in advance. For more information visit www.duwo.nl and click on ‘I am a foreign guest’.

7.5

Further informationPromood

Promood is the independent representative body of PhD researchers, highlighting for example any problems that PhD researchers may face at the university and acting as external information source.. Promood also works out solutions and encourages their implementation. For more information visit our website: www.promood.nl

Global Meeting Point (GMP)At the Voorstraat 60 in the centre of Delft, the GMP offers TU Delft’s multinational community an opportunity to meet, eat together and discuss any and all pertinent social and cultural issues.

Website: groups.yahoo.com/group/GMP_Delft

Online platform for PhD researchersThe TU Delft offers its PhD researchers an online forum to discuss and exchange information and tips, not only related to their research but to all aspects of life. The site currently runs in beta, and upgrades are expected in the future.

Website: http://tudelft.phdcommunity.nl

8.

Daily life

Daily student life at TU Delft can be as hectic or as quiet as you would like it to be. Your fellow students come from all over the world, and you can choose from a wide range of sports, leisure activities and study facilities to help you enjoy your time here and achieve your goals. The wealth of student associations at TU Delft are your passport to a vibrant student life. Anything you need to buy can be found in the historic town of Delft, and if you are looking for so-mething special, the country’s three largest cities are only a train journey away.

DUWO Student

accommodation

Kanaalweg 4

2628 EB Delft

T 015 219 2200

Mon-Fri 8.30 - 17.00

www.duwo.nl

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8.1

Student associations In the paragraphs below the various Delft student associations address you, the reader, in their own words.

AEGEE-DelftAEGEE is the European students’ association, represented in 250 cities in 40 countries. Over 15,000 members are actively involved in travelling, participating in fun and leisure events and organising conferences on topics that concern members. In almost every city there is an independent local association like AEGEE-Delft.

AEGEE-Delft is devoted to integration between European students. It organises a vast range of local activities for both members and exchange students, and takes advantage of opportunities offered by the extensive European network. There is excellent contact with other AEGEE groups. Delft has over 150 student members; some 30 are actively involved in committees. Most are Dutch, 1/3 female and 2/3 male. The membership fee is €27 per year.

A ‘Tour de Delft’, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, a traditional Dutch farm, windmill, jenever distillery weekend excursions to Carnaval ,and a tour of the north are just some of the activities organised at very reasonable prices. Every Wednesday AEGEE-Delft has a social gathering in Café de Ruif. Crowded, noisy, entertaining and weekly. If you would like to know more about our excursions or about the social life around AEGEE-Delft send us an e-mail.

Ariston’80 football clubIf you would like to play football, Ariston’80 is the largest football club open exclusively to students of TU Delft. We have 10 men’s teams and 2 women’s teams and we train and play matches at the Sports Centre. At Ariston’80 you will not be the only international student. At least 18 different nationalities play with us. The training sessions are on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, and matches are played on Saturdays. If you would like to join, please visit the Ariston’80 website, where you can download an application form.

Civitas Studiosorum Reformatorum (CSR)

Association of Christian students For some a Christian student fellowship, for others simply a student association but for most members an ideal mix of the two – is C.S.R. Delft, a Christian student association offering the best of both worlds. There are over 200 student members, and though very different in character, conviction or exterior, they all believe in Jesus Christ. The most important objective of the association is to nurture and grow one’s beliefs. We progress this by Bible study and by considering the relationship between science, society and religion. Another important part of C.S.R. is simply companionship and enjoying life. The weekly drinks party at the association is one of the many activities that are enjoyed by all. There is always the possibility to relax and chat and there are often special activities arranged such as readings.

De BolkDe Bolk is a relatively small, but nonetheless very active student association. Because of its small size, all of De Bolk’s members know each

Stevinweg 1, room 1.08

2628 CN Delft

T+31 (0)15 27 86933

Opening hours on

weekdays 12.30 – 13.30

[email protected]

www.aegee-delft.nl

Sports Centre TU Delft

Mekelweg 8

2628 CD Delft

T +31 (0)15 27 82443

[email protected]

www.ariston80.nl

Oude Delft 9

2611 BA Delft

www.csrdelft.nl

Deciding where to meet for a meal can be difficult. Most student associations publish their menus in Delta, the university newspaper.

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other, which makes it easy to make new friends. There are many activities and parties throughout the year, all organised by enthusiastic members. One of our members cooks a three-course meal every Monday to Thursday. We all eat together at 18:30 and non-members are also very welcome. Regular activities that ‘Bolkers’ (as Bolk-members are called) enjoy doing are board games, table football and sailing on our 130-year-old sailing boat. The most popular activity though is just chatting with some friends at the bar. The bar is the place to meet, chat and drink beer or one of the many other drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) we have on offer. The bar is open whenever there are members present. To see what De Bolk is like for yourself come visit us any time.

De KoplopersCome running with de Koplopers! We are the student running association at TU Delft. Everyone is welcome to come and join, no matter what your level is. All you need is a good pair of running shoes! It couldn’t be easier!

We train for a whole range of distances: 800m, marathons and everything in between. Besides training, we do several other activities like bowling or attending major races throughout the Netherlands.

You can come and train 3 times a week: on Mondays (on the track), and on Wednesdays and Fridays (both on the road). For more information, you can always send us an e-mail at [email protected].

Delftsch Studenten Corps (DSC)The DSC has 1,500 members, and is thus one of the larger, and by far the most active student association in Delft. One can eat and drink in one of the monumental rooms of our building called ‘Phoenix’ any weekday. We own a printing office, a large library, 150 student houses in the centre of Delft and the only student discotheque of Delft: Lorre! We offer members a wide range of activities varying from cultural events, playing in classical, jazz or funk bands to lectures, parties and sports. These extend to, and beyond, rowing, gliding, rugby, tennis, horseback riding, sailing, climbing, ice skating, ice hockey, field hockey, kite surfing and so on. If you are interested in one of these sports, call us on 015 215 0030.

DSV Sint Jansbrug With 700 members, Delftse Studentenvereniging Sint Jansbrug is one of the largest student societies in Delft. Throughout its history of over 60 years, its members have created a welcome place for every student in Delft.

From Monday to Friday students gather for a meal in our dining hall and a coffee in our lounge attic, both of which are open to everybody. Afterwards they continue the evening in the bar to talk about the day over a few drinks. Others go elsewhere, be it for sports or for cultural activities provided by Sint Jansbrug, including hockey, soccer, theatre and stand-up comedy.

If you would like to know more, just drop in and see for yourself how dozens of people enjoy themselves at our society on a daily basis. We hope to welcome you during the OWee.

Delftse Studenten Bond (DSB) Your time as a student is the best time of your life. To help you enjoy this to the fullest, Delft has many student associations. The Delftsche Studenten Bond (DSB) is one of these, aimed at a good time. As one of

Buitenwatersloot 1-3

2613 TA Delft

www.debolk.nl

Rijksstraatweg 9

2628 GZ Delft

www.dekoplopers.nl

Phoenixstraat 30

2611 AL Delft

www.delft.corps.nl

Oude Delft 50-52

2611 CD Delft

www.jansbrug.nl

the smaller associations, the DSB allows you to quickly get to know people without getting lost in the crowd. It is easy to join or start one of the many activities, such as DJ-ing, shooting, climbing or brewing beer. There are many parties throughout the year and we frequently visit members of our Federation of Student Associations in other cities. Come and visit us at our beautiful society!

D.S.J.V. Groover Groover, the Delft Student Jazz Association, is a meeting place for jazz musicians and musicians of related styles such as Latin, funk and blues. Groover was founded in 2006 by a small group of enthusiastic jazz musicians. Because Groover is a young student association, there are a lot of opportunities for new initiatives. We have a big band, a jazz choir and several jazz combos. We organise workshops with professional jazz musicians and hold jam sessions. Besides these activities, Groover also organises parties, jazz outings and music evenings. If you’d like to join Groover, please come to our monthly jam session in café “de Klok” (Oude Delft 99) held on every last Wednesday of the month. If you want to know more about us, or attend a workshop, don’t hesitate to send us an e-mail.

D.S.V.V. PunchPunch is one of the largest student volleyball clubs in The Netherlands. There are 12 men’s teams, 10 women’s teams and approximately 70 training members. Volleyball is relatively easy to learn and so it is possible for every student to join Punch! All members of Punch train at the TU Delft Sports Centre, Mekelweg 8, on Mondays and Wednesdays. The home games are played on Friday evenings and sometimes on Saturdays. Besides playing volleyball, Punch allows you to organise and join many activities. There are several committees that organise many sorts of events. And there is more. Every Friday, you can go to Punch’s very own bar in the city centre (Brabantse Turfmarkt 9), to celebrate your victory or drown your loss! So, if you would like to meet other students and participate in a team sport, Punch might be perfect for you! Questions? Just contact us at [email protected], or call us on: 06 2446 7580.

Delft Barons Lacrosse ClubThe DSLV Delft Barons is a lacrosse club founded in 2007 and open to both men and women. Lacrosse is one of the fastest growing sports in the Netherlands In addition to playing the great sport of lacrosse, we organise a lot of social events such as pancake night, BBQs and, of course, Christmas dinner.

We are obviously a perfect fit if you already have lacrosse experience. But even if you’re not yet familiar with the fastest sport on two feet, you’re welcome to come and play with us. If you are interested, check out our website or send an e-mail to [email protected] and come along to one of our practice sessions!

Delftse Studenten Roeivereniging Proteus-Eretes Would you like to meet other students? Participate in a team sport? Organise and join activities? Delft Student Rowing Club Proteus-Eretes might be an option for you! Proteus-Eretes is a large club with some

Oude Delft 123

2611 BE Delft

www.dsb.tudelft.nl

Cultural Centre

TU Delft

Mekelweg 10

2628 CD Delft

[email protected]

www.grooverjazz.nl

Brabantse Turfmarkt 9

2611 CK Delft

www.punch.tudelft.nl

Mekelweg 8

2628 CD Delft

www.delftbarons.nl

GROOVERJAZZVERENIGING

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500 members. You can row as much as you like, whether that is once a week or six times a week. On Tuesdays and Thursdays you can eat here and after dinner stay for a drink with other students. We also organise several national and international rowing competitions, which you can help organise. And there is more! When you join the rowing club you are a member for at least one year, can use the boats and train whenever you want to. You can join in September or April. So if you think Proteus-Eretes is something for you, contact us at: [email protected].

Torius, Delft Student Handball ClubTorius is the only student handball team in Delft. We might not be the biggest student club, but we still have a whole lot of fun. Besides all the competition and practice matches, and student handball and beach handball tournaments, , Torius also organises plenty of activities, such as bowling and an Oktoberfest, involving guys and girls from many different countries. Of course, you mustn’t miss out on the almost mandatory beer after our twice-weekly practice sessions. Feel free to drop by, contact us, or check out our website.

We’ll be happy to welcome you. With Torius, handball is more than just a sport!

DSMG Krashna MusikaKrashna Musika is the student music society of Delft. Krashna consists of a symphonic orchestra, a classical choir and a chamber music group. The choir and orchestra have two or three projects a year, each concluded with a concert. If you join the chamber music group, you can rehearse with other members and play favorite pieces at one of the bimonthly chamber music concerts. If you join Krashna, you can also participate in a Masterclass, a chamber choir or orchestra, rehearsal weekends and of course the concerts.

Besides making music, Krashna also organises many other activities such as drinks, parties, a sailing trip and an international tour. We celebrate our 40th anniversary on 5 September with a great open air concert at the Markt in Delft. To join Krashna, come meet us at our public rehearsals: Monday 31 August, 7 and 14 September for the orchestra and Wednesday 2, 9 and 16 September for the choir. If you want to join Krashna later in the year, just send us an e-mail.

For more information please call, e-mail or visit our website.

DSSV “Effe Lekker Schaatsen”We are Delft Student Skating Club “Effe Lekker Schaatsen”. We are a very active club of sporting enthusiasts. In the winter, we are out practising on the ice and in summer we keep our muscles in shape with cycling, running and in-line skating. With 70 members, we are a small but friendly club. We frequently organise sporting weekends, where we also like to train our drinking skills. Skaters are competitive by nature. We often compete with the other Dutch studentskating clubs.

For more information, e-mail us at [email protected].

Force Elektro Frisbee DelftEver thrown a frisbee? Are you a dedicated Ultimate player? Or do you want to learn it? Why not come along and play some Ultimate with us!

Ultimate is a team sport with a disc: it’s fast and furious, strategic and

Rotterdamseweg 362A

PO Box 322

2600 AH Delft

www.proteus.tudelft.nl

Mekelweg 8

2628 CD Delft

[email protected]

www.torius.nl

Mekelweg 10

(room 236)

2628 CD Delft

T +31 (0)15 27 82925

[email protected]

www.krashna.nl

Mekelweg 8

2628 CD Delft

www.effelekker

schaatsen.com

fair. We train twice a week, on Tuesday and Thursday nights (19.00 – 20.30, at TU Delft Sports Centre). We have a lot of international players and all the practice sessions are coached in English.

Are you interested, or do you have any questions? Contact us at [email protected]!

Kratos’08Welcome to Kratos ‘08, Delft’s largest volleyball club. Currently numbering over 300 members, Kratos caters for players of all standards and age groups, 8 to over 65. Kratos teams compete at various levels in the men’s, women’s, recreational and junior regional leagues. Social activities are no less important than volleyball itself. After training, members meet at the bar and we organize several social events throughout the year.

If you are new in Delft and you want to play volleyball and meet people, looking no further! Contact us!

OJV ‘De Koornbeurs’ OJV de Koornbeurs is not a normal student society, it’s a society open to all young people. Everyone is welcome. We organise a great variety of activities: from Monday till Friday there’s a café in the basement, which was built in the Middle Ages. There is also a student restaurant, where you can buy a freshly made meal for a low price. Every Friday evening we organise a disco (The Triangle)with dance and rock music and on Saturdays there is an alternative disco (The Underground). Twice a month we have live music on stage. All these activities are made possible by our members. Come and enjoy the open atmosphere, with a great variety of people!

Sanctus Virgilius With its 1,600 members the Catholic student association Sanctus Virgilius is the largest association in Delft. For the last 107 years it has had the objective of setting things up for its members in the area of sport, culture and social activities. All members are welcome at all times to have a drink together and enjoy the many events that are organised. These are not only to relax but often to achieve something. Everything that happens here is organised by the members. So everyone has numerous possibilities during their Virgiel years to develop their organisational capabilities in whatever way would suit them.

SHC ScoopS.H.C Scoop is a field hockey club open to all students and staff atTU Delft. Scoop currently has two men’s and two ladies’ teams, both of which participate in the Dutch hockey competition. But if you don’t want to compete you can still come along to our training sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For more information, send an e-mail to [email protected].

SoSalsa!‘Vertical expressions of horizontal desires’ is how one of our cofounders once described the salsa. SoSalsa! is one of Delft’s newest student societies and stands out from the rest by having the highest proportion of female members: over fifty percent! We also attract a large number of international students, some of whom are very active within our society!

SoSalsa! really brings international students and Dutch students together. And all this happens in a warm and relaxed atmosphere. So if you

Mekelweg 8

2628 CD Delft

www.force-elektro.nl

Veulenkamp 23

2623 XB DELFT

www.vvkratos.nl/page/

English

Voldersgracht 1

2611 ET Delft

www.koornbeurs.nl

Oude Delft 57

2611 BC Delft

www.virgiel.nl

TU Delft Sports Centre

Mekelweg 8

2628 CD Delft

http://scoop.tudelft.nl

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feel like sharing the Latin experience with people from all corners of the world, visit SoSalsa!

SRC ThorThor, Delft’s Student Rugby Club has existed since 1963. Over the years, we’ve welcomed players from all over the globe. Thor has a men’s and a women’s team, both of which play in the Dutch competition. After the training session on Tuesday we head off to our floating clubhouse for a drink and a bite to eat. When the regular season is finished, we play a couple of tournaments and go on tour with the whole team somewhere in Europe, sometimes visiting some of the guys who played for us when they lived in Delft. For more information, you can e-mail [email protected].

Wolbodo Sociëteit ‘Novum’ Around a hundred people, one bar, lots of barrels of beer, a lot of kitchen utensils, a wooden leg, a weekend away, 16 bags of Cheesy Wotsits, a festival, handy guys, a stitching and hooking guru, a production company, two folding trailer tents, and an indefinable organisation structure.

VSSD, Student UnionThe VSSD student union protects the rights and interests of students and has has several work groups including one dedicated to international students. We negotiate with important organisations such as TU Delft, DUWO and Delft local government. With 3,300 members, we are an important representative of the student community and we are run by a student board. Several committees support the board in its drive to improve students’ lives.

VSSD is a co-founder of the Committee for International Students (CIS).Over the years, we have helped international students with questions and difficulties concerning integration, housing, landlords, procedures and education. In addition, we are engaged in ongoing negotiations for more common rooms in international houses, better student facilities and improvements to Dutch classes. Of course, we also organise a range of activities for international students.

Interested in joining? Or perhaps you have encountered problems with the university or DUWO housing association? If so, don’t hesitate to drop by our office on Leeghwaterstraat, opposite the Space Boxes.

VSSD: CIS, Committee of International StudentsThe TU Delft is known for its vibrant student life and diverse choice of extracurricular activities. Delft students are renowned for running and organising their own social environment. However, facilities for the international community are mostly run by university employees. Sometimes they fail to provide information about what international students actually want. This is where CIS jumps in! CIS, the Committee of International Students, is set up to be the voice of the international community. It is a committee run by international students, for international students.

The aim of CIS is to improve international student life in all kinds of ways. CIS therefore has identified three main pillars: Integration, Communication and Housing. With help of the VSSD, ORAS and AAG, the students organise activities, run an online community and help TU Delft to provide better and more useful information on all fronts. CIS is also working

Mekelweg 8

2628 CD Delft

www.srcthor.nl

Verwersdijk 102

2611 NK Delft

www.wolbodo.nl

Leeghwaterstraat 42

2628 CA Delft

www.vssd.nl

on a quick-and-to-the-point question and answer method so students can easily find the information they want.

Do you want to join CIS? Or do you have any questions on living in Delft or about CIS itself? Don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected]!

Student sport associationsAs a TU Delft student, you can also become a member of a student sport association. Associations organise training sessions and often other activities too.

Ariston ‘80footballwww.ariston80.nl

Ariston volleyball (Kratos)volleyballwww.aristonvolleyball.nl

Blue Falconsfloorballwww.bluefalcons.tudelft.nl

Broachsailingwww.broach.nl

Delft Baronslacrosselacrosse.oli.tudelft.nl

Delft DragonsAmerican footballwww.delftdragons.nl

Delversathleticswww.delvers.tudelft.nl

DFCfencingwww.dfc.tudelft.nl

DS5skating, surfing, [email protected]

[email protected]

Dopiehockeydopie.bugs.oli.nl

ELSice-skatingwww.effelekkerschaatsen.com

Force Elektrofrisbeewww.force-elektro.nl

Harpyiasailingwww.debolk.nl

Lagarowingwww.laga.nl

De Koplopersathleticswww.dekoplopers.nl

Obviustenniswww.dstvobvius.nl

Paal Centraalkorfballwww.paalcentraal.nl

Parischess and [email protected]

Plankenkoortswindsurfingwww.plankenkoorts.com

Proteus Eretesrowingwww.proteus.tudelft.nl

Punch basketballbasketballwww.punch-basketball.nl

[email protected]

www.sosalsa.nl

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Punch volleyballvolleyballwww.punch.tudelft.nl

Scoophockeywww.scoop.tudelft.nl

SoSalsa!salsa dancingwww.sosalsa.nl

Tenniphiltennistenniphil.wesp.oli.nl

Thorrugbywww.srcthor.nl

Toriushandballwww.torius.nl

Trinitytriathlonoli.tudelft.nl/trinity

Tutorindoor footballwww.tutor.tudelft.nl

Waveswimmingwww.dsz-wave.nl

WTOSbicycle ridingwww.wtos.nl

Yeticlimbingyeti.climbing.nl

Yoroshifighting sportswww.yoroshi.tudelft.nl

Indonesian Student Association (PPI Delft)[email protected] Students’ Associationhttp://isadelft.wikispaces.com/

TU Delft Korean Student AssociationPresident : Kim, Nam Seok (PhD student)[email protected] OTB,Room: c2.150Jaffalaan 92628 BX Delft+31 (0)15 27 82209club.cyworld.com/TUDelft

Shanti (Surinamese Hindustani Foundation)Buitenhofdreef 2762625 RE [email protected]

Moroccan Association Koornmarkt 48f2611 EH [email protected]

Latin American Association Bieslandsekade 682612 JX [email protected] OIZD (Iranian Association)PO Box 5872600 AG [email protected] 06 5156 6896

Midnimo (Somalian Association)PO Box 1622600 AD [email protected]

Turkish Association chairman: mr. S. ErsoyMartinus Nijhofflaan 80 2625 XP [email protected]

Midia (Kurdish Association)Koornmarkt 48f2611 EH [email protected]

International societies in DelftAssoccianzone Italiana Delft (Italian Association)

Bieslandsekade 682612 JX [email protected] http://geocities.com/centroculturaledelft

Spanish Association contact: mr. E. Almarez Bieslandsekade 68 2612 JX Delft [email protected]

Chinese Association Chinezen Delft & Regio - DelChiBuurthuis Tanthof - de HofsteeSandinoweg 149, 2622 DW Delft06-4210 5845 [email protected] www.delchi.nl

Afghan Association chairman: mr. Khalid LodinLodewijk van Dreysselhof 142624 WN [email protected] www.afghanenindelft.nlAll of the Afghan Association’s activities take place at De Vleugel

community centre, Aart vd Leeuwlaan 4, Delft.

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Sranti (Surinamese and Antillean Association)Tanthofdreef 292623 EW [email protected] www.sranti.nl

Iraqi Social and Cultural Organisation Koornmarkt 48e2611 EH [email protected]

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Student chaplaincy The student chaplaincy works on behalf of all churches which are linked in ‘The Convent of Student chaplaincies’ in Delft. Chaplains are either Catholic or Protestant. The International Office, student medical practitioners and university student counsellors also maintain good relations with each other and the pastorate.

Two pastors are especially assigned to work with international students in the international student chaplaincy. They are:

Father Avin Kunnekkadan (Catholic)T 06 1255 5768E [email protected]

Reverend Mrs. Waltraut Stroh (Protestant),T 070 329 7624E [email protected]

The international student chaplaincy is a place where students from all countries and continents can meet each other and the two chaplains and find a home away from home. Each Sunday an English ecumenical service is held in Raamstraat 78 at 11.30. During the week students are invited for Bible study, choir repetition and dot painting. Intercultural and inter-religious evenings with meals and discussions about relevant themes are organised monthly. The chaplains are also available for personal counselling. More information at www.iscnetherlands.nl

English-speaking churches:Christian Fellowship Living Water

Hermesstraat 65T 015 262 9010, 06 1941 8410E [email protected]: worship service at 10.00Language: English and Dutch (simultaneous translation)www.levendwater.nl

International Reformed EvangelicalFellowshipOude Kerk (Heilige Geestkerkhof 25; side entrance to chapel)T 070 399 4378E [email protected]

Student Chaplaincy

(‘Studentenpastoraat’)

Voorstraat 60

2611 JS Delft

T 015 212 3421

www.motiv.tudelft.nl

Sundays: worship service at 12.00Language: Englishwww.iref.nl

Dutch Reformed Church (PKN)Nieuwe Kerk (Markt 80, 2611 GW Delft)T 015 212 3025E [email protected]: worship service at 10.00 and 17.00Language: English translation (headphones)www.nieuwekerk-delft.nl

The Redeemed Christian Church of GodMount Zion Int. ParishBrabantse Turfmarkt 9(Congregatie Gebouw)T 06 1730 8896, 06 1216 9340E [email protected]: worship service at 10.00Language: English (Dutch translation available)www.rccgdelft.nl

Churches with simultaneous English translation:Evangeliegemeente Morgenstond

Achterom 46 (Zuiderkerk)T 015 212 5989E [email protected]: worship service at 10.00Language: Dutch with English translation by headphonewww.morgenstonddelft.nl

Delft Christian FellowshipCort van der Lindenstraat 1 (Hofkerk)T 015 214 4659E [email protected]: worship service at 14.00Language: Dutch and Indonesion with translation into Englishwww.fmc-online.nl

IFES-DelftIFES-Delft also organises activities for international students! We hold an Intercultural Evening every month where you are invited to come for a meal together and do something after dinner. For example go to the beach, take a city tour, have a quiz about Holland or do some painting. Our Eat & Meet and Host Family programmes give you the opportunity to get in touch with Dutch students or families. You are also welcome at the international bible study group. IFES-Delft is a group of Christian students who enjoy making and maintaining contact with international students.

For more information, please visit www.ifesdelft.nl or e-mail [email protected].

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MosquesThere are a number of mosques in Delft and The Hague

Sultan Ahmet Mosque The Turkish mosque of DelftMartinus Nijhofflaan 80 2526 XP Delft T 015 251 0695

Mosque EhlibeytTerletstraat 222573 EX The HagueT 070 389 6347

Mosque El MouahidinDraaistraat 122516 KE The HagueT 070 395 2464

Stichting Moskee El IslamVan der Vennestraat 202525 CG The HagueT 070 380 7172

Mosque AnnourDe Gaarde 592542 CB The HagueT 070 309 6518

Stichting Moskee ElmohcenenStationsweg 892515 BK The HagueT 070 305 0542

On campus at TU Delft, there are various places to pray. On Friday afternoon, prayers are held in the Sports Centre and Room 209 at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Sciences has been reserved for prayer.

8.4

Medical careDentist

You can find the names and addresses of dentists under ‘tandarts’ in the local telephone book. For immediate help on weekdays call 015 213 4040; this is the Delftse Tandartsen lijn (Delft dentist line). After 17.00 and during weekends and holidays, call 015 260 3233. More information on: www.tandartsendienstdelft.nl

General Practitioner Delft now has a doctors’ surgery especially for students. It is a joint initiative by TU Delft, Student Health Care and the general practitioners

of Medisch Centrum Delft. The aim of the centre is to provide accessible health care for students who are not registered with a GP in Delft.

There is an open centre on campus between 11.00 and 12.00 each working day. Students do not need an appointment. The address is Leeghwaterstraat 152.

Students can also call to make an appointment with the GPs who participate in the student centre. These consultations by appointment are held at the surgery’s main location in Medisch Centrum Delft, Beukenlaan 4 A.

To make an appointment, call: 015 799 9050In an emergency, call: 015 799 9051Outside office hours, you can call a doctor on duty: 015 251 1930 (Huisartsenpost Delft).

General hospital/ first aid Except in the case of first aid, to consult a medical specialist at a hospital you need a letter of referral from your general practitioner. The main hospital in Delft is the Reinier de Graaf hospital. If you visit the hospital please take your insurance card and passport. In the event of a life-threatening emergency, call 112.

Pharmacies As almost everywhere in the world, pharmaceuticals are available from a pharmacy (‘apotheek’) or drugstore (‘drogisterij’) either ‘over the counter’ (unrestricted) or ‘on prescription’ from a doctor (restricted).

Apotheek DelfgauwGouden Rijderplein 16T 015 257 4639www.apotheekdelfgauw.nl

Apotheek KruytNieuwe Langendijk 56T 015 212 5760www.apotheekkruyt.nl

Apotheek BuitenhofRossinistraat 1T 015 256 5000www.buitenhofapotheek.nl

Apotheek KippOude Delft 204T 015 212 1568

Apotheek Hof van DelftHof van Delftlaan 61T 015 212 2174www.hofvandelft-apotheek.nl

Hospital

Reinier de Graaf

Reinier de Graafweg 3-11

T 015 260 3060

By public transport:

bus 60 and 62

www.rdgg.nl

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Apotheek WippolderJulianalaan 61T 015 213 2478www.wippolderapotheek.nl

Apotheek TanthofVeulenkamp 43T 015 256 4200www.apotheektanthof.nl

Apotheek VoorhofPapsouwselaan 230T 015 261 2772

Apotheek MultatuliMultatuliweg 65T 015 261 5506

Apotheek De HoedKampveld 10bT 015 215 1970www.apotheekdehoed.nl

Tuberculosis test To obtain or extend their residence permit for the Netherlands, all non-European students (except nationals from the US, Canada, Japan, Australia and Surinam) need to pass a Tuberculosis test. As tuberculosis is visible in the lungs, the examination involves an X-ray. This is repeated every six months during the first two years of your stay in the Netherlands.

To avoid all students having to go to the GGD for the examination, the health organisation GGD and TU Delft organise a collective examination for all non-European MSc students who have been in the Netherlands for less than two years. A mobile X-ray machine is stationed on campus in Autumn and Spring.

Depending on the results it may be necessary to repeat the X-ray. In that case you will receive an invitation to come to the office of the GGD. In due time you will receive an invitation to come to the examination. It is of the utmost importance that you undertake this examination.

8.5

Money With the introduction of the Euro (€) as the single currency for the states of the European Union, the Dutch Guilder is no longer used. Exchange rates fluctuate, but to give you an idea, June 2009 the rate of Euro to US$ was about 1 to 1.39. Euro coins (2, 1, 0,50, 0,20, 0,10, 0,05, 0,02, 0,01) and banknotes (500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5) were introduced in 2002. Confusing to some people is the Dutch notation of the comma instead of, as in the English-speaking world, the dot, full stop or period for the decimal point. An item priced €5,23 will cost 5 euros and twenty-three euro cents.

Student budget Living expenses vary according to personal lifestyle and choice of housing. As a guideline about €800 a month minimally is required to meet the basic expenses of meals, housing, books and incidentals (tuition fees are not included in this amount).

Chipknip The ‘chipknip’ is an electronic wallet in the form of a chip on a bank cash card. The ‘chipknip’ can be charged up with a cash balance from your bank account. Most vending machines at TU Delft can only be used with a chipknip. You can also use the chipknip in most stores and at the TU Delft cafeterias.

You can add money to your chipknip’s balance at any ‘chipknip oplaadpunt’ top-up machine, up to a maximum of €500. When paying with a chipknip the amount is deducted from the chipknip balance instantly. You do not need to enter a pin number. You just press a ‘green button’ at the point of sale. Chipknip payments are quicker than pin card payments. You can check the balance of your chipknip before or after every payment, or at the ‘chipknip oplaadpunt’.

If you do not have a Dutch bankcard with chipknip, you can buy a pre-paid chipknip. Unlike a personal chipknip, pre-paid chipknip cards are not linked to a particular person or account. After the card balance has been spent, the empty card cannot be recharged.

All pre-paid chipknips can be identified by the Chipknip logo and the word ‘Prepaid’, both displayed vertically on the right of the card. The standard pre-paid chipknip is available in 4 denominations: €5, €10, €20 and €50. The expiry date of the pre-paid chipknip is displayed on the front of the card, after the words ‘valid thru’. This indicates that you can use the amount on the pre-paid chipknip up to and including that date. After that date, the amount is no longer valid. Pre-paid chipknips can be bought at the register of every cafeteria at TU Delft.

8.6

Shopping Delft is a popular tourist attraction. Many shops, restaurants and museums can be found in and around the old town centre (‘Poort van Delft’ and ‘In de Veste’). There is another commercial centre in Delft ‘De Hoven’, situated on the crossing between Papsouwselaan and Martinus Nijhofflaan. For those with a more impressive shopping appetite, the large cities offer an abundance of shops at walking distance from the central train stations. In Rotterdam, you can shop on the Coolsingel, Hoogstraat and Lijnbaan area. In The Hague, take a walk around the Stationsweg and in the Wagenstraat area.

Grocery shopping For your groceries, try the supermarkets or outdoor markets. Range of products and prices vary.

Supermarkets Aldi and Lidl are the least expensive supermarkets, but the range is limited. The general quality of products is lower than the average.

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AldiPapsouwselaan 1 Mon-Fri 8.30 - 20.00Sat 8.30 - 18.00www.aldi.nl

LidlMultatuliweg 53-59 Mon-Fri 8.30 - 20.00 Sat. 8.30 - 18.00 www.lidl.nl

C1000 supermarkets are slightly more expensive, but they offer a larger range.

C1000 www.c1000.nl (6 supermarkets in Delft)Bastiaansplein 135 Mon-Sat 8.00 - 22.00 Sun 10.00 - 18.00

Troelstralaan 9 (de Hoven Passage)Mon-Wed, & Sat 8.00 -20.00Thu-Fri 08.00 -21.00Sun 11.00 -18.00

Albert Heijn is the most expensive supermarket that sells a large range of quality products.

Albert Heijn www.ah.nl (4 supermarkets in Delft)City centre, Brabantse Turfmarkt 33 43Mon-Sat 8.00 - 20.00 Fri 8.00 - 21.00 Sun 12.00 - 18.00

Martinus Nijhofflaan 1519Mon 10.00 -18.00Tue, Wed, and Sat 8.00- 21.00Thu and Fri 8.00 – 22.00Sun 10.00 – 18.00

General opening hours for shopsMon 13.00 - 18.00 Tue-Thu 9.00 - 18.00 Fri 9.00 - 21.00 Sat 9.00 - 17.00 Sunday opening: 12.00 - 17.00 • Delft every 1st Sunday of the month • The Hague and Rotterdam every Sunday Evening opening: till 21.00 • Delft and Rotterdam: Fridays • The Hague: Thursdays

Farmers’ marketsAn entertaining and economic shopping option is the weekly farmer’s market (‘markt’) on the Delft ‘Marktplein’ square on Thursdays and at the Brabantse Turfmarkt on Saturdays. These are good places to find fresh vegetables and fruit at prices generally lower than in supermarkets. If you cannot make it on these days, you can go to the large ‘Centrum markt’ in Rotterdam. This market is conveniently situated next to the exit of the Rotterdam Blaak train station (Tuesday and Saturday between 9.00 and 17.00). Or visit the ‘Haagse Markt’ in The Hague (Herman Costerstraat) on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday between 8.00 and 18.00. These markets are much larger, with around 500 stands. You will also find all kinds of non-food products.

Delft Rotterdam ‘Marktplein’ ‘Centrum Markt’ Markt, Delft Blaak, RotterdamThu 9.00 - 17.00 Tue and Sat 8.00 - 17.00‘Brabantse Turfmarkt’ Delft, Sat 9.00 - 16.00

The Hague ‘Haagse Markt’ Herman Costerstraat, The Hague Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat: 8.00 - 17.00

International food The farmers’ markets are a good place to find both international food as well as more usual Dutch food. The cities have neighbourhoods with many international food shops and halal products.

In Rotterdam, try Middellandstraat, walking distance from the central station. In The Hague, visit ‘Het Lint’ on Wagenstraat (www.hetlint.nl, Dutch only). For Asian foods, the ‘Oriental’ supermarkets in Delft and Rotterdam, and Wah Nam Hong (W.N.H.) in Rotterdam and The Hague are a good place to look around.

Shopping at its most entertaining: the weekly farmer’s market in the city centre.

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Oriental Delft Oriental RotterdamKleveringweg 59 Parkhaven 21Mon-Thu 9.00 - 18.00 Mon-Thu 9.00 - 18.00Fri 9.00 - 21.00 Fri 9.00 - 21.00Sat 9.00 - 18.00 Sat 9.00 - 18.00Every 1st Sunday of the month11.00 - 17.00

W.N.H. The Hague W.N.H. RotterdamGedempte Burgwal 8 West Kruiskade 4-6T 070 360 1977 T 010 241 7355

Other shops

IKEAFor furniture and other households goods, you can visit IKEA Delft. IKEA offers a wide range of products including household accessories and appliances for bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and many other living accessories. Affordable meals are also available at the IKEA food hall.

Olof Palmestraat 12616 LN Delftwww.ikea.nl

Opening hoursMon - Fri: 10.00 – 21.00Sat: 9.00 – 20.00Sun: 10.00 – 17.00

You can find mostly everything you need for everyday life in Delft, but for more variety and fun shopping, The Hague and Rotterdam are alternative options.

8.7

Postage Post offices in Delft

• Vrijheidslaan 22• Mekelweg 1 • Troelstralaan 81 • Van Foreestweg 16 • Zuidwal 17

Letters and/or postcards can be mailed using the red post boxes on the streets. The right slot is for local mail only, the zip code for the region is given. Anything outside this region (including all international mail) should be put in the left slot that is marked ‘Overige bestemmingen’. But of course you can also hand your mail over the counter of the post office.

Stamps Buy postage stamps at post offices and some supermarkets like Albert Heijn, tobacco stores and kiosks. Packages (’pakketpost’) can only be sent via a post office, where you can also find a folder with the prices. The main

post offices are open on weekdays from 9.00 to 17.30 and on Saturdays from 10.00 to 13.30. The smaller post offices are closed on Saturday. For tariffs and shipping schedules visit the website: www.tntpost.nl (in Dutch only).

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Phone If you want to dial a phone number (abroad) in the Netherlands from abroad dial: 1. the international access number 2. the international access number for the Netherlands, which is 31 3. the area code; for Delft this is 15 4. the area code for a mobile number is 6 5. the subscriber’s number

If you want to dial a phone number (abroad) from the Netherlands you dial: 1. 00, this is the international access number 2. the country code 3. the area code (omit the first zero) 4. the subscriber number

Today there are various means by which the costs of outgoing international telephone calls can be reduced. For example, you can check www.televergelijk.nl (in Dutch) You have to select a country. On this website you can compare the prices of 33 telecom companies. Through these companies you can also call a 0900 number through a landline at a cheap rate. Sometimes an extra charge is made for mobile call, so please be careful.

Another option is to buy a SIM card, whose rates are already reduced for international calls. So you can call directly from your mobile to your home country at a lower rate. You can buy a SIM card at one of the outlets in the city. See also the websites below.

Lebara Mobile www.lebara-mobile.nl

Chippie www.chippie.nl (in Dutch only)

Stores for Chippie SIM card in Delft:

One Mobility DelftMolslaan 262611 RM

Movie Max DelftVan Foreestweg 352614 CK

Telephone boxes Telephone boxes are located at airports and railway stations and require phone cards, which you can buy at post offices, railway stations and some tobacco shops.

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Mobile telephones In the Netherlands almost everyone has their own mobile telephone. Dutch mobile telephone numbers always start with 06. If you would like to have your own mobile telephone number, choose a telephone provider, subscription type or prepaid cards. The website www.bellen.com gives an independent overview of tariffs, offers and providers. Please note that you will need a proof of address before subscribing to a mobile telephone provider.

At belhuizen, best described as phone houses, you can buy phone cards for international calls, which offer convenience but not always the lowest tariffs. You can find belhuizen in almost every city in the Netherlands. Just ask around.

8.9

Electricity In the Netherlands, like in the rest of Europe the mains voltage is 220/230 volts. For electric equipment, two-pin plugs are required. If the plugs of your electric equipment are different you will need adapters, which can be found at local hardware stores or equipment stores.

9.

Transport and Travel

Transport and travel in the Netherlands is basically very easy. The country is small and flat, the transport infrastructure is dense, there are a lot of people and a lot of ways of their moving around so the country is easy to see, easy to visit and easy to enjoy. We hope you do too.

Useful websites National telephone directory www.telefoongids.nl Good offers for mobile telephones www.teledump.nl www.telediscount.nl Pre-select carriers for low international rates www.tele2.nl

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9.1

BikeThe bicycle (fiets) is a traditional means of transport in the Netherlands. Flat landscape, separate (and very safe) bicycle paths, short distances and low cost make them very popular. The weather mitigates against them occasionally. It has been estimated there are twice as many bikes in the country as there are people. This popularity is also reflected in their rate of theft. It is best to buy a second-hand bike and secure it thoroughly, preferably with a heavy steel chain and lock. Prices for a second-hand bicycle start at €50. They can be purchased at any bicycle shop in town, for instance Fietsenreus or the shops mentioned below. Brikfit is another possibility. It is not a normal bicycle shop but a workshop for mentally disabled people. Brikfit gives them the opportunity to hold down a job and earn money by repairing and selling bicycles. Prices are approximately €50/€100.

BrikfitMercuriusweg 12624 BC DelftT 015 214 5515

De Fietsenreus (second-hand bikes)Vrouw Juttenland 82611 LC DelftT 015 212 1417

Koos Cloosterman DelftSchrobbelaarstraat 342613 ML DelftT 015 214 5056M 06 4302 6648www.cloostermanfiets.nl

Recycle DelftVan Bleijswijckstraat 792613 RR DelftT 015 213 1464

How to get to DelftFrom Schiphol airport, there are several trains you can take to Delft. Take an Intercity or Sneltrein to Leiden CS or Den Haag HS (The Hague) station. In Leiden CS or Den Haag HS take any Stoptrein or Sneltrein direction Rotterdam which calls at Delft Central station. Travel time: approximately 40 minutes. (Note there are two stations in The Hague: HS and CS). From Delft Central station, several buses serve the TU Delft campus. Take line 62 (direction Nootdorp), line 121 (direction Zoetermeer) and line 69 to Delft. The ride takes about 3 minutes. Each of these buses leaves twice every hour during the day. After 18.00 two buses per hour go to Delft Central Station. The last bus goes around midnight. If you want to travel to TU Delft by car, take exit ‘Delft-Zuid’ off the A13 motorway. Reportedly, there are more than two bicycles per

person in Delft.





9.2

Rail (NS)The railway system in the Netherlands is one of the best in Europe. There are more than 350 railway stations in the country, so you can reach almost any town or city by train. There are three types of service. ‘Intercity’ trains only call at the largest cities, ‘Sneltrein’ trains skip the smallest stations, and ‘Stoptrein’ trains call at every station on the way. In the west of the country (Randstad), trains run at least four times an hour between the major cities such as Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam and Utrecht. Night trains also run between the main cities in the Randstad (including Delft) once an hour, every night of the week. Most stations are located centrally so you can step right out and enjoy the sights and sounds of the heart of the city or town. In other parts of the Netherlands, trains run twice an hour between most stations. It is not possible or necessary to make reservations for domestic trains.

Train tickets and travel passes You can buy tickets for 1st class and 2nd class seats. The main difference is the price; you pay 60% more for a 1st class seat.

One-way ticket (‘enkele reis’) With this ticket you can travel from one place to another (one way), but you always have to take the shortest or quickest route. However, you are allowed to interrupt the trip. Keep in mind that the ticket is only valid for one day.

Day return ticket (‘dagretour’) This ticket is for travel from one place to another and back by the shortest or quickest route. Again, you can interrupt your trip. Keep in mind that also this ticket is only valid for one day. A return ticket is about 15% cheaper than two one-way tickets.

Day travel ticket (‘dagkaart’): € 42,90 This ticket allows you to travel in any domestic train for the whole of one day. For an additional €5.00, you can use other forms of public transport too, such as the bus, metro, or tram (this is called an OV Dagkaart). A good and cheap way to see a lot of the Netherlands!

Off-peak discount pass (‘Voordeel-urenkaart’) Depending on the length of your stay in the Netherlands, it may be worthwhile to buy a railway discount card ’Voordeel-urenkaart’. During off-peak hours (after 9.00 on weekdays and the entire day during the week-end), you can travel at a 40% discount. The card costs €55 a year. With one ‘Voordeel-urenkaart’ you can travel with up to three people, who can enjoy the same 40% discount on the full fare. Enquire at the railway station or call the Public Transport Information Service (‘OV reisinformatie’). You can purchase a ‘Voordeelurenkaart’ at the larger train stations.

Route information you can get at the ticket counter when buying your ticket (buying a ticket at the counter costs €0.50 more than buying one from a ticket machine). A booklet with timetables of the intercity trains is available at the railway station and at www.ns.nl

TIPIf a date is shown on a ticket it is only valid that very same day. If you want a ticket that remains valid for a longer time then choose the ‘without date’ option. And don’t forget to have the ticket stamped before you want to use it. Use the date stamping machines located on the platform. If you forget, you may have to pay a fine.

NS Dutch Railways

T 0900 202 1163

www.ns.nl

9.3

Buses and tramsStrippenkaart

If you want to travel by bus, tram or metro in the Netherlands, you will need to pay for your trip with a multi-use ticket called a ‘strippenkaart’. There are different kinds of multi-use tickets. You can buy a grey strippenkaart from the bus or metro driver, but these are far more expensive than the standard blue ones sold at train stations, post offices, grocery stores and other places. Pink multi-use tickets are discounted concession tickets for the elderly and children.

The strippenkaart consists of several strips. For each area zone across which you travel, you have to pay one strip, plus 1 extra strip as the basic fare. Delft is one zone, so when you travel within Delft you have to stamp 2 strips per trip. When more passengers travel on 1 strippenkaart, you must stamp separately for each person. The basic fare also counts for each passenger. Ask the driver how many strips must be stamped (e.g. a bus/tram ride from Delft to The Hague Central Station costs you four strips). The prices of the blue strippenkaarten are: • 15-strippenkaart: €7.30 • 45-strippenkaart: €21.60

You can also buy a one-way strippenkaart from the bus driver, but this is always more expensive than the normal strippenkaart.

OV chipkaartA new payment system for public transport, the ‘OV chipkaart’, will be introduced in the Netherlands in the coming years. Cities to start with this system are Rotterdam (January 2009) and Amsterdam (summer 2009). Eventually the OV chipkaart will replace all use of the strippenkaart and paper train tickets. The OV-chipkaart is the size of a bank card and contains an invisible chip. It can be loaded with credit in euros or with a travel product such as a single or season ticket. Personal, anonymous and disposable cards are available. • The personal OV-chipkaart can be purchased online or from a public transport company. • The anonymous OV-chipkaart can be bought at the ticket office and from station vending machines.• The disposable card can be purchased from station vending machines. This type of card allows the holder to make a specific journey immediately, but it cannot be recharged or reloaded.

Check www.ov-chipkaart.nl for more information.

Treintaxi The train taxi (‘treintaxi’) takes passengers to and from the station from anywhere within, and from a limited region outside the city. You share a taxi with at most three passengers, so you travel at a cheap rate. Taxi drivers wait for about ten minutes for any other passengers going in the same direction in order to carry a maximum number of passengers. If you buy the ticket for this taxi at the same time as your train ticket, the fare is fixed at €4.40 per person regardless of the distance within city limits. If you buy the ticket in the train taxi the fare is €5.50-. Train taxis do not operate in Amsterdam, The Hague or Rotterdam.



9.4

Driving licenceAs a resident of the Netherlands, you may use your foreign driving license for a limited period, depending on where you obtained your license. Driving licenses issued in countries in the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway can be used for one year. These licenses can be made valid for a period of ten years by registering them at the town hall in your place of residence. If you have a valid driving license that was issued in a country other than the aforementioned, or in the Netherlands Antilles or Aruba, you can use it for 185 days after you became a resident of the Netherlands.

After this period, you need a Dutch driving license to drive in the Netherlands. You can obtain a Dutch driving license by passing a theory exam and driving test given by the Central Department of Driving Licenses (CBR: www.cbr.nl).

In certain cases you can exchange the driving license that you obtained abroad for a Dutch driving license. This is possible only if you are a resident in the Netherlands and have a valid residence permit. For more information, contact the Centre for Vehicle Technology and Information (abbreviated to RDW: telephone 0900 07 39 (€0.10/minute) web: www.rdw.nl). International driving licences are only authenticated translations of a national driving licence, so you cannot exchange them for a Dutch driving licence.

Useful websitesDutch railways: www.ns.nlDutch public transport: www.9292ov.nlTrams in The Hague and surrounding area: www.htm.netBuses throughout the Netherlands: www.connexxion.nlOV chipkaart: www.ov-chipkaart.nl

Deltax TaxicentraleRotterdamseweg 222a2628AS DelftT 015 219 1919

ANWB

Royal Dutch Touring Club

(Roadside assistance for

motorists)

Wassenaarseweg 220

2596 EC Den Haag

www.anwb.nl

10.

Enjoying life in the Netherlands

People have lived permanently in this area of Europe for the best part of 2,000 years so there is a lot of history, art, and general culture that can be exciting to visitors. Some of it is not too easy to find, but well worth the effort.

10 | Enjoying l i fe in the Netherlands


10.1

Tourist information pointsFor information about your new city, or any other city in the Netherlands, a good option is the tourist information point or VVV. They will tell you everything about tourism, entertainment and public transport in the Netherlands. They also sell a vast range of gift vouchers and annual memberships to museums, CJPs (see below) as well as theatre and concert tickets.

Discount (reduction) cardsAt most cinemas, theatres and museums you will get a discount with your student campus card (‘collegekaart’). There are several types of cultural discount cards.

The ‘museum jaarkaart’ (museum discount card)The museum jaarkaart gives free entrance at over 400 national museums. It is valid for one year from the date of purchase, costs € 17,50 if you are under 25, otherwise €35 and is available from participating museums or through www.museumjaarkaart.nl (in Dutch). www.museumjaarkaart.nl gives an overview of all participating museums.

CJP (Cultural Youth Passport)The CJP is a discount card for entrance at most cinemas, artistic and cultural events. You can buy the CJP (if you are under 30 years old) at most theatres, tourist information points (VVV), main post offices (postkantoor) or order it on www.cjp.nl (in Dutch). The CJP costs €15 a year and is valid from any date.

Tourist information points

Delft RotterdamHippolytusbuurt 4 Coolsingel 5T 0900 515 1555 (40 cpm) T 0900 403 4065 (35 cpm)www.delft.nl www.vvv.rotterdam.nl

The Hague Useful websitesHofweg 1 Tourism in the NetherlandsT 0900 340 3505 (45 cpm) Delft website (info in English) www.delft.nlwww.denhaag.com Holland Tourism & Travel www.qqq.com Channels in Amsterdam www.channels.nl Tourist information www.holland.com Life in Amsterdam www.iamsterdam.com

TourismInternational tourism, including sites about the Netherlands World Travel Guide www.wtgonline.com Tourism office worldwide www.towd.com AT&T Worldwide Traveler www.att.com/traveler European Travel Network www.etn.nl

Vibrant student life: all part of the TU Delftexperience.





10.2

Restaurants and ‘mensas’

Few restaurants in Delft serve traditional Dutch food, but you can find cuisines from around the world like French, Italian, Indian, Chinese, Mexican, Greek, Indonesian, Spanish and Surinamese. The Dutch traditionally have their evening meal between 17.00 – 18.30; most restaurants close at 22.30, and some earlier. Most TU Delft buildings have their own cafeteria, where cold lunches and hot meals are served. Down town are some cheap student restaurants (mensa/eettafel) which offer complete dinners for less than €5 (many close in the summer). Cheap meals can also be found in snack bars and grillrooms (the great Dutch specialities of kroket, patatje met, shoarma etc). A good, but slightly more expensive alternative is eating in a pub. Some Chinese restaurants offer special (cheap) student dishes. For take-away food we recommend most Chinese and Indonesian restaurants and pizzerias. Many have a delivery service.

Smakelijk eten! (The Dutch phrase when you start your meal)

For more information on other restaurants visitwww.horecadelft.nl

‘Eettafels’ offering dinners for less than €5If you do not feel like cooking yourself, you can get a cheap meal at an ‘eettafel’ of one of the many student organisations. Members of the various student organisations often eat at their eettafel, but non-members are welcome as well. See www.eettafels.tudelft.nl

DSV Sint JansbrugOude Delft 50-52Mon-Thu: 17.30 - 19.30T 015 212 0619www.jansbrug.nl

Tyche, Delftsche Studenten BondOude Delft 123Mon-Thu: 18.00 – 19.30T 015 212 2123www.dsb.tudelft.nl

De BolkBuitenwatersloot 1-3Mon-Thu: 18.30www.bolk.tudelft.nl

Buffet Blauw, University MensaAula TU DelftMon-Fri: 11.30 – 13.30 and 16.30 – 19.30

Delftsche ZwerversSchiekade 3Thursdays: 18.00.Reservations requiredT 015 262 6658www.delftschezwervers.nl

WolbodoVerwersdijk 102Mon-Thu: 18.30

De KoornbeursVoldersgracht 1Mon-Fri: 17.30 – 19.30T 015 212 4742www.koornbeurs.nl

Civitas Studiosorum Reformatorum, CSROude Delft 9Mon-Thu: 18.00Reservations requiredT 015 213 5681E [email protected]

AlcuinOude Delft 57Mon- Thu: 18.00 – 19.30T 015 215 1617www.virgiel.nl

Sports Café, Sports Centre & Cultural CentreMekelweg 8-102628 CD DelftMon-Thu: 08.00-1.00, Fri: 08.00-1.30, Sat. - Sun: 9.00-20.00During the week the kitchen is open from 12.00 to 21.00; on weekends until 19.00.www.snc.tudelft.nl

Restaurants offering dinners for less than €10As a student city, there are many restaurants in Delft that fit the student budget.

La Cantina (Mexican)Markt 3T 015 212 3198www.lacantinadelft.nl

De VerbeeldingVerwersdijk 128T 015 212 1328www.eetcafedeverbeelding.nl

Antonio’s (Pizzeria)Van Bleyswijkstraat 8cT 015 213 2209

Little ItalyMarkt 9AT 015 213 8185www.littleitalydelft.nl

VoldersvierVoldersgracht 4T 015 284 0261www.voldersvier.nl

Billy BeerBeestenmarkt 26T 015 212 6390www.beren.nl

De PelicaanVerwersdijk 47T 015 213 9309www.depelicaan.nl

De WijnhavenWijnhaven 22T 015 214 1460www.wijnhaven.nl

Breintje BeerDoelenplein 7T 015 213 6382www.beren.nl

De ‘V’Voorstraat 9T 015 214 0916www.cafedev.nl





10.3

Bars, pubs and music

Delft has many entertaining clubs and pubs, each with its own special atmosphere. Just walk around and you will easily find one that you like. Some restaurants or pubs occasionally have live music. In summer sitting outside and having a drink with friends is a favourite occupation. The Beestenmarkt is a small square in the town centre surrounded by outdoor cafés, bars and restaurants. In good weather it is a popular place. Other pubs and restaurants popular among (international) Delft students are:

Belvedere BelgianBier CaféBeestenmarkt 8T 015 212 3297www.bbcbelvedere.nl

Oude JanHeilige Geestkerkhof 4T 015 214 5363www.oudejan.nl

RuifKerkstraat 22-24T 015 214 2206www.ruif.nl

De VVoorstraat 9T 015 214 0916www.cafedev.nl

WijnhavenWijnhaven 22T 015 212 1460www.wijnhaven.nl

TangoNieuwstraat 2T 015 213 2681

Dancing and discothequesIf you like dancing, visit one of the places below. Some require you to show your (international) student card to enter.

DelftLorrePhoenixstraat 30T 015 215 0027www.lorre.nlTuesday: 23.00 – 04.00Thursday: 23.00 – 05.00

KoornbeursVoldersgracht 1T 015 212 4742Friday 23.00 – 4.00Saturday 22.00 – 4.00

SpeakersBurgwal 45-49T 015 212 4446Friday 23.00 – 5.00Saturday 23.00 – 5.00Salsa Sunday 20.00 – 1.00

RotterdamHollywood Music HallDelftsestraat 15T 010 411 4958www.hmh.nl

MaassiloMaashaven ZZ 1-2T 010 476 2452www.maassilo.com

Off CorsoKruiskade 22T 010 411 3897www.off-corso.nl

The HagueCocoonSpui 6T 070 364 5589www.cocoon.nu

DanielzStrandweg 43T 070 350 2068www.danielz.eu

Paard van TrojePrinsengracht 12T 070 360 1838www.paard.nl

Club OnefourPrinsengracht 14T 070 220 6420www.onefour.nl

DanzigLange Houtstraat 9T 06 8170 8735www.danzig.nl

Silly SymphoniesGrote Marktstraat 25www.sillysymphonies.nl

10.4

Cinemas

Films in the Netherlands are shown in their original language with Dutch subtitles. The selection is vast. Most cinemas offer a student discount with your student card.

DelftMustSee Mainstream filmsVesteplein 52611 TG DelftT 0900-6878733www.mustsee.nl

Filmhuis Lumen & café Arthouse filmsDoelenplein 5T 015 214 0226www.filmhuis-lumen.nl

RotterdamLantaren/ Venster Arthouse filmsGouvernestraat 133T 010 277 2266www.lantaren-venster.nl

Cinerama Filmtheater Mainstream & ArthouseWestblaak 18T 010 411 5300www.cineramabios.nl

Pathé Schouwburgplein Mainstream filmsSchouwburgplein 101T 0900 1458 (55 cpm)www.pathe.nl

Pathé de KuipMainstream filmsCor Kieboomplein 501T 0900 1458 (55 cpm)www.pathe.nl

The HagueOmniversumIMAX film theatrePresident Kennedylaan 5T 0900 666 4837www.omniversum.nl

Pathé ScheveningenMainstream filmsKurhausweg 2T 0900 1458 (55 cpm)www.pathe.nl

Filmhuis Den HaagArthouse filmsSpui 191T 070 365 6030www.filmhuisdenhaag.nl

Pathé BuitenhofMainstream filmsBuitenhof 20T 0900 1458 (55 cpm)www.pathe.nl





10.5

Museums

Many museums offer discounts to students. A complete overview of all Dutch museums can be found on www.musea.nl. At www.europeanmuseumguide.com you will find a list of current exhibitions across Europe. The list is a selection of the most visited museums in Delft, Rotterdam and The Hague.

DelftLegermuseum,The national armymuseumKorte Geer 1T 015 215 0500www.legermuseum.nl

Nusantara, Ethnographic museumSt. Agathaplein 4T 015 260 2358www.nusantara-delft.nl

PrinsenhofLast residence of William of OrangeSt. Agathaplein 1T 015 260 2358www.prinsenhof-delft.nl

Science Museum Delft functioning as a bridge between society and technologywww.museum.tudelft.nl

The HagueGemeentemuseumStadhouderslaan 41T 070 338 1111www.gemeentemuseum.nl

Museon, Museum for EducationStadhouderslaan 37T 070 338 1338www.museon.nl

Panorama MesdagZeestraat 65T 070 364 4544www.panorama-mesdag.nl

Mauritshuis, Royal Picture GalleryKorte Vijverberg 8T 070 302 3456www.mauritshuis.nl

GEM, Museum of contemporary artStadhouderslaan 43T 070 338 1133www.gem-online.nl

RotterdamBoijmans van Beuningen, Museum of classical and modern artMuseumpark 18-20T 010 441 9400www.boijmans.rotterdam.nl

Maritiem Museum, Ports and shipping museumLeuvehaven 1T 010 413 2680www.maritiemmuseum.nl

NAI, NetherlandsArchitecture InstituteMuseumpark 25T 010 440 1200www.nai.nl

WereldmuseumRotterdam, World Arts MuseumWillemskade 25T 010 270 7172www.wereldmuseum.nl

Kunsthal, Art gallery/ experimental artMuseumpark, Westzeedijk 341T 010 440 0301www.kunsthal.nl

Historisch Museum Rotterdam, Historical museum of Rotterdam (2 premises)Korte Hoogstraat 31 T 010 217 6767www.hmr.rotterdam.nl

10.6

Concert halls and theatres

The area around Delft offers a wide selection of theatres and concert halls with a rich selection of shows. You can best discover what they have to offer you simply by visiting. Each season has a variety of programmes which are described in local papers and seasonal brochures of the various theatres.

DelftMax TheatreRietveld 49T 015 212 2977www.tgmax.nl

Theater de VesteVesteplein 1T 015 212 1312www.theaterdeveste.nl

Flora theatreVerwersdijk 1T 06 2826 1342

KoornbeursVoldersgracht 1T 015 212 4742www.koornbeurs.nl

RotterdamDe DoelenSchouwburgplein 50T 010 217 1717www.dedoelen.nl

RotterdamsSchouwburgSchouwburgplein 25T 010 411 8110www.schouwburg.rotterdam.nl

LuxorPosthumalaan 1T 010 484 3333www.luxortheater.nl

Theater ZuidpleinZuidplein 60T 010 203 0203www.theaterzuidplein.nl

The HagueDr. Anton Philipszaal / Lucent DanstheaterSpuiplein 150T 070 880 0333www.ldt.nl

De Koninklijke SchouwburgKorte Voorhout 3T 0900 345 6789 (10 cpm)www.ks.nl

Fortis CircustheaterCircusstraat 4T 070 416 7600www.fortiscircustheater.nl

Theater aan het SpuiSpui 187T 070 346 5272www.theateraanhetspui.nl

Diligentia TheatreLange Voorhout 5T 0900 410 4104 (15 cpm)www.theater-diligentia.nl

Theater de RegentesWeimarstraat 63T 070 363 7798www.deregentes.nl



10.7

Hotels

There are plenty, and widely spread out. Single rooms are typically available from about €50 per person per night. Most offer breakfast and charge tourist taxes. At www.horecadelft.nl you will find a complete overview of all hotels in Delft. Here is an overview of the budget options.

DelftHotel Coen Delft *** from €75Coenderstraat 47T 015 214 5914www.hotelcoendelft.nl

Hotel ’t Raedthuys *** from €52Markt 38T 015 212 5115www.raadhuisdelft.nl

Herberg De Uylenburg from €50Noordeindseweg 70T 015 214 3732www.uylenburg.nl

Bed and Breakfast Soul Inn €55Willemstraat 55T 015 215 7246www.soul-inn.nl

Bed and Breakfast Chez Jean €55Paardenmarkt 53T 015 213 4104home.tiscali.nl/bbchezjean

Camping site from €22.50Korftlaan 5T 015 213 0040www.delftsehout.nl

RotterdamEurohotel Centrum *** from €50Baan 14-20T 010 214 1922www.eurohotelcentrum.nl

Hostel Stay Okay Rotterdam from €30Rochussenstraat 107-109T 010 436 5763www.stayokay.com

The HagueHostel Stay Okay from €30Scheepmakersstraat 27T 070 315 7888www.stayokay.com

Hotel ’t Centrum ** from €49Veenkade 5T 070 346 3657www.hotelhetcentrum.nl

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Other usefulinformation

11 | Other useful information


11.1

University services

Central Student CouncilMekelweg 4,Room LB02.6502628 CD DelftT +31 (0)15 27 81430Opening hours:Mon-Fri 9.00 - 17.00www.sr.tudelft.nl

Institute for Technology & CommunicationDutch for foreigners and other language coursesJaffalaan 52628 BZ DelftT +31 (0)15 27 84124F +31 (0)15-278 2104Opening hours on weekdays: 9.00 – 12.30www.delftsemethode.nl

Education and Student AffairsJaffalaan 9a2628 BX DelftOpening hours:weekdays 9.00 - 17.00www.os.tudelft.nl

International OfficeT +31 (0)15 27 88012E [email protected]

Central StudentAdministration (CSA)T +31 (0)15 27 84249E [email protected]

OmbudsmanOmbudsman TU Delft,drs. W.J.M. KnippenbergAula TU DelftMekelweg 52628 CC DelftT +31 (0)15 27 84403E [email protected]

Student Chaplaincy (‘Studentenpastoraat’)Voorstraat 602611 JS DelftT 015 212 3421www.motiv.tudelft.nl

TU Delft Cultural CentreMekelweg 102628 CD DelftT +31 (0)15 27 83988Opening hours:Mon-Fri 10.00 -00.00Saturday 10.00 - 16.30 Sunday 14.00 - 00.00www.snc.tudelft.nl

TU Delft Sports CentreMekelweg 82628 CD DelftT +31 (0)15 27 82442Opening hoursMon-Fri 8.00 – 23.30Saturday and Sunday9.00 - 19.00www.snc.tudelft.nl

Studium GeneraleJaffalaan 52628 BX DelftT +31 (0)15 27 85235www.sg.tudelft.nl

TU Delft LibraryPrometheusplein 12628 ZC DelftT +31 (0)15 27 85678Opening hours studyfacilities and collection:Mon-Thu 9.00 - 22.00Friday 9.00 - 18.00Saturday and Sunday10.00 - 18.00For all other opening hours, please check thewww.library.tudelft.nl

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





11.2

TU Delft faculties

Overview of TU Delft’s faculties and their English-language programmes.

Faculty of Aerospace Engineeringwww.lr.tudelft.nlBSc Aerospace EngineeringMSc programmes:Aerospace EngineeringGeomatics

Faculty of Applied Scienceswww.tnw.tudelft.nlMSc programmes:Applied PhysicsBiochemical EngineeringChemical EngineeringLife Science & TechnologyNanoScienceScience Education & Communication

Faculty of Architecturewww.bk.tudelft.nlMSc programme:Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences

Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geoscienceswww.citg.tudelft.nlMSc programmes:Applied Earth SciencesCivil EngineeringCoastal Management and EngineeringGeomaticsOffshore EngineeringTransport, Infrastructure & Logistics

Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Sciencewww.ewi.tudelft.nlMSc programmes:Applied MathematicsComputer EngineeringComputer ScienceElectrical EngineeringEmbedded SystemsMedia & Knowledge Engineering

Faculty of Industrial Design Engineeringwww.io.tudelft.nlMSc programmes:Design for InteractionIntegrated Product DesignStrategic Product Design

Faculty of Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering (3ME)www.3me.tudelft.nlMSc programmes:Biomedical EngineeringMarine TechnologyMaterials Science & EngineeringMechanical EngineeringOffshore EngineeringSystems & ControlTransport, Infrastructure & Logistics

Faculty of Technology, Policy and Managementwww.tbm.tudelft.nlMSc programmes:Engineering & Policy AnalysisManagement of TechnologySystems Engineering, Policy Analysis & ManagementGeomaticsTransport, Infrastructure & Logistics

Joint and double degree programmesApplied GeophysicsCoastal and Marine Engineering and ManagementConstruction Management and EngineeringEconomics and Management of Network IndustriesEmbedded systemsIndustrial EcologyMinerals and Environmental ProgrammeNanoscience andNanotechnologyOptics in Science andTechnologySustainable Energy Technology

11.3

General numbers and addresses

Country code for theNetherlands: +31Delft area code: 015

ANWBRoyal Dutch Touring Club (Roadside assistance for motorists)Wassenaarseweg 2202596 EC Den Haagwww.anwb.nl

City Office (Town Hall)Phoenixstraat 162611 AL DelftT 015 260 2222(Dial 4 for information about residence permits)Opening hours: weekdays 8.00 - 15.00Friday evening:18.00 - 20.00www.gemeentedelft.info

DouaneCustoms and Tax administrationCustoms Information LineNumber from inside the Netherlands: 0800 0143Number from outside the Netherlands:+31 45 574 3031Opening hours:Mon-Thu 8.00 - 20.00, Friday from 8.00 - 17.00www.douane.nl

DUWOstudent accommodationKanaalweg 42628 EB DelftT 015 219 2200Opening hours:weekdays 8:30 - 17.00www.duwo.nl

Emergency number 112112 is the European emergency number. Thisnumber is used in all member countries of the EU. In case of an emergency simply dial 112. The operator will ask you which service you need - the police, fire brigade or ambulance service. Thenumber is free and can be called from any mobile,fixed telephone and public telephone box.

INDDutch Immigration OfficeThe organisation for entry into the NetherlandsNumber from inside the Netherlands: 0900 123 4561Number from outside the Netherlands:+31 20 889 3045www.ind.nl

Police department concerned with non-nationalsStadhoudersplantsoen 242517 JL Den HaagNumber from inside the Netherlands: 14 070Number from outside the Netherlands:+31 70 353 3000Opening hours: weekdays 8.00 - 20.00www.politie.nl

IB-GroepStudy Finance/Steunpunt StudiefinancieringKoninginnegracht 12B2514 AA Den HaagT 050 599 7755Opening hours:weekdays 9.00-16.00www.ib-groep.nl

SchipholNational AirportEvert v/d Beekstraat 2021118 ZG SchipholNumber from inside the Netherlands:0900 0141 (40 cpm)Number from outside the Netherlands:+31 20 79 40800www.schiphol.nl

NSDutch RailwaysT 0900 202 1163 (10 cpm)www.ns.nl

Tourist information pointsDelftHippolytusbuurt 4T 0900 515 1555 (40 cpm)www.delft.nl

RotterdamCoolsingel 5T 0900 403 4065 (35 cpm)www.vvvrotterdam.nl

The HagueHofweg 1T 0900 340 3505 (45 cpm)www.denhaag.com



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Index

11.4

EmbassiesThe list of embassies in the Netherlands is on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (www.minbuza.nl) or via www.embassyworld.com


Index Index

Academic calendar 28Academic counsellor 23 Accommodation 37 Accommodation exchange 52Accommodation free mover 54Accommodation MSc 46 Accommodation PhD 60Account 47Activities for international students 33 Adapter 82 Addresses 103 AEGEE-Delft 63Airport pickup 45Apartment 45 Art 89Assessment 20 ATHENS-programme 47 Bank account exchange 54Bank account free mover 54Bank account MSc 47Bank account PhD 60Bankcard 77Bar 94Behaviour 20 Bike 85Budget 77Budget, financia 76 Buses 87Calendar, academic 28 Call 82Career support 24 Chaplaincy 72Cheap restaurants 92 Church 73 Cinemas 95 Climate 14 Clubs 94 Code of conduct 31 Communication 21 Concert halls 97 Conduct 31 Cost of living 76 Counsellor 23 Credits 20 Cultural background 13 Cultural centre 32 Cycling 85 Daily Life 61 Dancing 94 Degree system 19

Delft, city of 11 Facts & figures, Delft 9 Dentist 75 Discotheques 94 Discount cards 92 Doctor 75 Driving licence 88 Drugstore 75 Dutch immigration office 35 Dutch words 15 ECTS credits 20 Electricity 82 Embassies 104 Emergency number 103 Euro 13 Exchange and free mover students 49 Exchange students 35 Extension of your stay 52 Facilities (TU Delft) 31 Faculties (TU Delft) 102 Film 95 First aid 75 First costs 00 Food 78 Free mover students 49 Gallery 96 General numbers and addresses 103 Going out 89 Grade system 19 Grading system 19 Health care allowance 37 Health insurance 35 Higher education in the Netherlands 3 Hospital 75 Hotels 98 Housing 37 IDEA League 10 Insurance, health and liability 35 International call 81 International foods 80 International office 18 Job, parttime 45 Language 13 Language course 13 Learning agreement exchange 51 Liability insurance 52 Library 31 Life in the Netherlands 89 Lifestyle 37Living expenses 77

Low-priced restaurants 92 Mail 80 Manners 14Map (TU Delft) 108 Market place 79 Mensas 92 Money 76 Movie theatre 95 MSc students 43 Museums 96 Music 94 Music activities 32 Netherlands, the 12 Numbers and addresses 103 Ombudsman 24 Partner Universities 13 Personal relations 13 Pharmacies 75 PhD position, finding a 59 PhD students 57 Phone, mobile telephones 81 Phone, telephone boxes 81 Telephone boxes 81 Mobile phones 81 Police 103 Post office 80 Postage 80 Practitioner 14 Preparatory course 53 Problems, study 12 Programme MSc 44 Psychologists all students 24 Public transport 83 Pubs 94 Rail 86 Reduction cards 91 Registration exchange 54 Registration free mover 54 Registration MSc 44 Regulations 31 Relations 20 Research centres 9 Residence permits 35 Restaurants 92 Shopping 77 Short programs 47 Smart study 24 Social activities 32 Somewhere to live 37 Sport 69

Sports Centre 32 Stamps 81 Start costs 41 Student association 63 Student budget 77 Student counsellor 23 Student housing 37 Student societies 26 Student-staff relation 20 Studium Generale 33 Study problems 22 Study smart 24 Studying at TU Delft 27 Summer School 45 Supermarkets 78 Taxi 87 TBC examination 53 Teaching methods 22 Telephone boxes 82 Theatres 97 Tourist information points 91 Train 86 Trams 87 Transport and Travel 83 TU Delft and the Netherlands 7 TU Delft, facilities 31TU Delft, facts & figures 12 TU Delft, faculties 102TU Delft, history of 11 Tuition fee compensation EU and EEAstudents 53 University services 101 Useful information 99Useful words 15 Visa 35 Way of life 46 Weather 13 Welcome, MSc 43 Work permit PhD students 59

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3 Mijnbouwstraat 120 TU Science Center (Expected 2010)5 Julianalaan 67 Biotechnology (Kluyver laboratory)6 Poortlandplein 6 Botanic Gardens8 Julianalaan 132-134 Former main building9 Zuidplantsoen 2 MultiMedia Services (MMS)10 Zuidplantsoen 6 ‘Tempel’12 Julianalaan 136 Delft ChemTech15 Prins Bernhardlaan 6 Kramerslab. Physical Technology17 iWeb Virtual reality pavillion20 Mekelweg 5 Aula Congress Centre21 Prometheusplein 1 TU Delft Library / Marketing & Communication22 Lorentzweg 1 Faculty of Applied Sciences23 Stevinweg 1 Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences / University Corporate Office24 Berlageweg 1 Faculty of Architecture28 Van Mourik Broekmanweg 6 TNO Built Environment and Geosciences30 Jaffalaan 9 OTB Research Institute Jaffalaan 9a Education & Student Affairs (CSA, International Office)31 Jaffalaan 5 Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management32 Landbergstraat 15 Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering / SSC ICT33 Landbergstraat 19 Composites laboratory / INHOLLAND34 Mekelweg 2 Faculty of Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering (3mE) / CICAT / NIMR34a Cornelis Drebbelweg 9 Executive Board / Supervisory Board35 Cornelis Drebbelweg 5 EEMCS Examination and Laboratory Class Building

36 Mekelweg 4 + 6 Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) / DIMES / IRCTR37 Mekelweg 8 Sports Centre38 Mekelweg 10 Cultural Centre43 Leeghwaterstraat 36 Cogeneration plant44 Rotterdamseweg 145 Technostarter share building, YES!Delft45 Leeghwaterstraat 42 Low Speed Wind Laboratory & VSSD46 Leeghwaterstraat 44 Process and Energy Laboratory (API)50 Mekelweg 15 Reactor Instituut Delft (RID, former IRI) / Radiation Radionuclides & Reactors (RRR)60 Anthony Fokkerweg 5 Logistics & environment61 Kluyverweg 3 Delft Aerospace Structures & Materials Laboratory62 Kluyverweg 1 Faculty of Aerospace Engineering / Adhesion Institute63 Anthony Fokkerweg 1 SIMONA Research Flight Simulator64 Kluyverweg 2 High Speed Wind Laboratory65 Kluyverweg 4 + 6 SUPAIR / TRAIL / Facility Management & Real Estate69 Rotterdamseweg 380 Annex Faculty AE & EEMCS / ASTI / ANWB driving simulator

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