Dr. Arjan Van Timmeren

Professor

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Biography

Arjan van Timmeren is a full professor at Delft University of Technology, Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment, in the Department of Urbanism, specializing in Environmental Technology and Design. He holds the position of Scientific Director for the Resilient Delta Initiative in Rotterdam and is the Academical Portfolio Director for the Sustainable Cities program at the TU Delft Extension School. As a Principal Investigator at the AMS Institute in Amsterdam, he leads research emphasizing sustainable development within the built environment with a focus on Environmental Technology, Urban Metabolism, Circular Biobased Economy, Nature-Based Solutions, and Urban Climate. His work contributes directly to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), addressing global challenges such as poverty alleviation and environmental protection. He has extensive experience in leading international research projects and has participated in various steering groups and quality teams. As an expert and keynote speaker, he frequently speaks at international conferences, and his work encompasses collaborations with multiple stakeholders aiming to foster sustainable urban innovation and resilience.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Delft University of Technology • Delft, Netherlands

Full professor leading the Department of Urbanism with a focus on Environmental Technology and Design.

Scientific Director

2021-07-01 — Present

Resilient Delta Initiative • Rotterdam, Netherlands

Lead scientific initiatives aimed at addressing urban resilience challenges.

Principal Investigator

1995-06-01 — Present

AMS Institute • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Conduct research and lead projects on metropolitan solutions for sustainability.

Requirements for Delft University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:154
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a related field Sufficient credits in key subjects (Mathematics, Physics, Discipline-specific)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Academic transcript
  • English language certificate
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Identity document (Passport)
  • GRE General Test results (for international diplomas)
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply generally across engineering and science master programs. Specific tracks like Architecture require a digital portfolio.