Dr. Jerry Den Hartog

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jerry den Hartog is an assistant professor in the Security Group at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His research focuses on data protection in collaborative systems, which is essential for sharing confidential information in a trustworthy setting. He is particularly interested in network situational awareness, intrusion detection, access control, trust management, and formal verification. His work is applicable in critical infrastructure settings, including industrial control systems, intelligent transport systems, and smart buildings, thereby contributing to TU/e's research areas in Data Science, Smart Mobility, and Energy Engineering. He conducts both fundamental and applied research in close collaboration with industrial partners. He regularly manages projects in these areas. Jerry den Hartog earned his MSc and PhD from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in formal methods. Prior to his appointment at TU/e in 2008, he conducted research at Centrum Wiskunde en Informatica and the University of Twente. He has also been involved in the establishment of the security group within the Mathematics and Computer Science department.

Research Interests

Courses

Automata, Language Theory and Complexity Computer Networks and Security

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
Specialization Notes

Specific departments like Industrial Design require a portfolio. Programs like Data Science and AI require a GRE-General test for certain international backgrounds.