Dr. Wim Uijttewaal

Professor

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Biography

Wim Uijttewaal is a full professor at Delft University of Technology, specializing in Experimental Hydraulics. His research interests include shallow flows, turbulence, transport mixing in environmental flows, and the dynamics of plastic pollution. He investigates scouring processes around hydraulic structures and has significant expertise in river systems, sediment transport, erosion, and the interaction of vegetation with riverbanks. Throughout his academic career, Uijttewaal has published numerous works on hydraulic phenomena and has contributed to various media discussions enhancing public understanding of hydraulic engineering challenges. He has been recognized for his contributions in development projects related to water sanitation and is actively engaged in research that aims to address environmental and engineering issues.

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.