Dr. Jan Thorbecke

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jan Thorbecke received his MSc degree in Applied Geophysics in 1991 and completed his PhD in 1997, both from Delft University of Technology. Since 1996, he has held various positions including benchmarking application engineer at Cray/SGI/Cray/HPE. He returned to Delft University of Technology in 2002, where he has been involved in research focused on wavefield imaging. His professional interests encompass wavefield extrapolation, modeling, numerical optimization, and efficient algorithm design in high-performance computing environments. His expertise includes Reflection Green function, Receiver Utilization, Interferometry, and the Marchenko Equation. Thorbecke is actively engaged in research that integrates these elements to enhance the understanding and development of imaging techniques.

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.