Justus & Louise van Effen Research Grant
Application Deadline: Three months before departure | €750 + a reimbursement for (a part of) your travel expenses | Research | Only for MSc students with an average grade of 8+
Student Experiences
I am very grateful for the support extended to me through the Justus and Louise van Effen Research Grant. This support enabled me to follow my dream and embark on my research journey at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology during my master's thesis. This invaluable opportunity has profoundly enriched both my academic pursuits and personal growth. The grant application process was very straightforward, and the support and assistance from everyone involved made the entire experience even more rewarding. My time at MIT has not only contributed significantly to my education at TU Delft but has also proven to be a unique chapter in my life. The knowledge gained, both academically and personally, has been immeasurable, shaping my perspective and further fueling my passion for research and learning.
Lasse Bruun, Aerospace Engineering
University of California, Berkeley
- MSc Applied Physics – Track: Physics for Quantum Devices and Quantum Computing
- Department of Applied Science – Quantum Devices Group
- September 2023 – March 2024
- Research Project/Internship
I conducted research in the Quantum Devices Lab. My research consisted of the design of optomechanical crystals. These are nanoscale devices meant to enable the communication between future quantum computers. My daily work consisted of implementing new potential designs in COMSOL Multiphysics, as well as developing theoretical models for their performance. I had the most amazing time during my internship, and I would recommend anyone interested in research to experience a similar stay. Feel free to reach out in case you would like some more tips or if you simply want to chat about similar opportunities via boris.mullendorff@gmail.com.
Boris Müllendorff, Applied Sciences
Important Updates
Students going abroad for an exchange programme in the academic year 2024-25, will be able to submit their application for the Erasmus+ grant from 10th June. The Learning Agreement must be fully completed and signed by all three parties. Incomplete Learning Agreements will not be processed and students risk missing out on this funding, if not processed before the start date of the exchange.
Students considering travelling abroad for their study should check the travel advice issued from the Ministry of Foreign affairs (in Dutch). TU Delft has issued a Disclaimer to help you with your decision to go abroad.
Students going abroad in the academic year 2024-2025 may apply for the STIR fund from 1 June 2024. If you have applied for the STIR Fund 2023-2024, please withdraw your application, and apply again.
Grant info
This grant is intended for a short-term research stay (between 3 and 6 months) at one of the universities who belong to the top-20 for Engineering and Technology Universities according to the most recent Times World University Rankings for Engineering and Technology. The grant is not intended for students who also want to attend courses. The grant consists of a monthly cost-of living expense and a reimbursement of international travel expenses.
Eligibility
- You must be enrolled as a TU Delft MSc student
- Your grade average should be 8 or higher
- You are not participating in joint programmes with foreign universities
- At least 50 percent of the research project to be carried out must be recognized by the Board of Examiners as a component of your TU Delft MSc programme
- You must be allowed to travel to your destination. Following Dutch government advice is essential.
- Your research stay must be one of the top-20 for engineering and IT universities according to the Times Higher Education Rankings for Engineering and Technology of the current academic year.
- Application must be submitted at least three months prior to departure
Application procedure
- Students who intend to apply for this research grant must pre-register with the Education Service Centre. Send an e-mail with your plans and questions (if any) to outgoingglobal-esa@tudelft.nl
- The Education Service Centre- Mobility team will determine if the student meets all conditions for this research grant and whether it is worthwhile for the student to submit an application.
- If eligible the student will be requested to email the following information; Name, faculty, student number along with the following documents:
- an application form
- letter of motivation
- research proposal
- nomination letter from the Director of Studies and the supervising/thesis professor
- welcome letter from the supervisor at the host institution
- curriculum vitae
- certified copies of transcript and diplomas
- Scholarship letter (if applicable)
- Read, sign and send the disclaimer to your Faculty Internship coordinator before your departure.
Terms and conditions
- The Justus and Louise van Effen grant is awarded by TU Delft on behalf of the Justus and Louise van Effen Foundation to meet the additional costs incurred in a research abroad within the framework of a master degree at TU Delft. The Justus and Louise van Effen grant is a gift and is awarded on condition that the obligations attached to the grant are fulfilled fully and promptly. If this condition is not met, the gift can be cancelled with retroactive effect.
- The Foundation has contracted out implementation of the grant programme to TU Delft. In all contact and correspondence relating to this grant, grant candidates and recipients deal with TU Delft’s Education Service Centre. Payment of the grant is made by TU Delft.
Contact
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Please send an email to outgoingglobal-esa@tudelft.nl with this query.
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Please check the eligibility part of this webpage