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Tess Broekmans focuses on how urban design contributes to the transformation into an equitable and sustainable city. Her research investigates the role of urban design in addressing major challenges in the everyday lives of residents and the physical appearance of cities. Central to her inquiry is the question of how to translate abstract challenges into concrete designs. Broekmans emphasizes the need for urban designers to be involved early in the planning process and to explore options collaboratively with students and stakeholders. She believes that sharing feedback is essential to the design process. Her teaching practice includes participation as a partner in Urhahn Urban Design, where she engages in complex inner-city projects, emphasizing collaboration with residents and businesses. Additionally, she serves as a guest lecturer at the Amsterdam Academy of Architecture and the University of Lund in Sweden, and she plays an active role as a visiting critic, energizing design groups and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to build more equitable urban environments.
Requirements apply generally across engineering and science master programs. Specific tracks like Architecture require a digital portfolio.