Dr. Mandy Korff

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Mandy Korff is an Assistant Professor in the field of geotechnics, focusing on soil-structure interaction, deep excavations, and foundation techniques. With over 25 years of experience in geotechnics, Dr. Korff specializes in foundations, underground construction, geotechnical risk management, and the impacts of construction activities and earthquakes on structures. Her recent projects primarily involve the assessment of existing infrastructures such as quays, bridges, and buildings, as well as forensic engineering. Dr. Korff obtained her doctorate in 2013 from the University of Cambridge, working alongside Professor Lord Robert Mair on the response of piled buildings during deep excavation construction. She is a strategic advisor at Deltares and serves as a member of the Deltares Scientific Council. Additionally, she is a fellow of the Netherlands Academy of Engineering and a member of the Dutch Committee for Damage Assessment in Groundwater Extraction.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

Delft University of Technology • Delft, Netherlands

Engaged in research and teaching in geotechnics, focusing on soil-structure interaction and foundation techniques.

Strategic Advisor

— Present

Deltares • Netherlands

Provides strategic advice in geotechnics and participates in scientific committees.

Awards

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Chair of the Schreuderprijs Prize

2017-01-01

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

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