Dr. Jan Van Der Hoek

Professor

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Biography

Jan Peter van der Hoek is a Professor of Drinking Water Engineering and the Chief Innovation Officer at Waternet, a water cycle company serving the Amsterdam area. His work involves leading research initiatives and focusing on the impact of organic micropollutants, climate change, circular economy, and policy developments on drinking water supply. His expertise includes the effects of contaminants on water quality, the adaptation of water supply systems to climate changes, innovations in energy recovery from wastewater, and the implementation of sustainable water management practices. He serves on several national and international committees and is deeply engaged in European research projects aimed at improving drinking water management. Van der Hoek has received numerous awards recognizing his contributions to the field, including the IWA Sustainability Award for his research excellence. His work emphasizes a holistic approach to drinking water supply, integrating treatment technologies and resource recovery to ensure safe and sustainable water for communities.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Delft University of Technology • Delft, Netherlands

Teaching and conducting research in the field of drinking water engineering.

Awards

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IWA Sustainability Award

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Chemviron Carbon Award

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.