Dr. Co Verdaas

Professor

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Biography

Co Verdaas is a Professor of Urban Area Development at the Department of Management in the Built Environment at TU Delft. His work focuses on connecting area development and social issues, advocating for a holistic approach that avoids polarization in debates between ecological objectives and development. Verdaas emphasizes the importance of incorporating big data and innovative concepts in urban planning, particularly in the context of housing challenges, agricultural structures, energy transitions, and mobility. He believes in the potential of government to play a coordinating role among market parties to achieve meaningful investments in urban development. Through collaboration with Stichting Kennis Gebiedsontwikkeling (SKG), he seeks to expand knowledge and understanding within this field, promoting a broader perspective necessary for addressing the significant social tasks associated with area development. His academic contributions also include publications in relevant fields and secondary employment in urban development management.

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.