Dr. Carola Hein

Professor

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Biography

Carola Hein is a Professor of History, Architecture, and Urban Planning at Delft University of Technology. She emphasizes the importance of understanding history in the context of architecture and urban planning education. Born in Hamburg, a city destroyed during World War II, Hein developed a keen interest in architectural history early on. Her research explores long-term developments in built environments, particularly the influences of historical contexts on contemporary practices. She highlights the significance of cultural climates, as seen in her comparative studies of architecture in China and the Netherlands. Hein has conducted significant research on global oil architecture and the implications of urban planning, drawing parallels between cities like Rotterdam and Antwerp. Additionally, she investigates the traditions of Communist planning in Russia and how these historical frameworks can inform modern architectural education. Hein argues that architects must be critically aware of history to design effectively and responsibly in today's complex urban landscapes.

Research Interests

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.