TU Delft MSc Computer Science programme

Computer Science is about designing software for technical systems. Examples range from software for small real-time embedded systems like heartbeat monitoring in watches, to large complex control systems as those being used in the New Waterway Storm Surge Barrier, the final element of the Delta Project. The objective of the MSc programme in Computer Science is to prepare students to become professional computer scientists with the knowledge, capabilities and attitudes that they will need to participate (either alone or in cooperation with other specialists) in solving problems in society, science or institutions (whether private or public).

Master of Science graduates have the ability to update their professional knowledge continually and to acquire knowledge independently from related fields within their disciplines.

The MSc programme in Computer Science of TU Delft is two-year programme (120 EC), and it is taught in English.

VU University Amsterdam first Dutch university in Second Life

VU University Amsterdam  is the first university in the Netherlands opened for business in Second Life. In this three-dimensional virtual world, people can lead a second life - through an avatar. The presence of VU University Amsterdam in this virtual world is in the nature of an experiment. The university wants to conduct research into the significance of virtual worlds for the community at large. It also wants to introduce teaching and research into such environments.
 
The move to Second Life is in keeping with the educational vision of VU University Amsterdam. The communities of learners have a pivotal part to play here. Lecturers and students cooperate with one another in the development of knowledge.

Delft Technical Museum set to become interactive science centre

In 2009, the TU Delft Technical Museum will be reborn as an integral science centre. The museum must move from its current site on the Ezelsveldlaan by early 2008 and the new science centre is due to open in 2009 at Mijnbouwstraat. It will take the form of an interactive area providing all those interested, whether young or old, with inspiring news about the role of technology in society. In opening the science centre, TU Delft intends to help maximise social involvement in science and technology by presenting past or present research carried out by TU Delft into broad-based social issues. Visitors will be encouraged to think about the impact and complexity of the solutions. The atmosphere in the science centre will be dynamic: visitors of all ages will learn about technology by doing and experiencing things for themselves. Martine Muller, director of Marketing and Communication at TU Delft: "We are using modern educational insight, which says that people learn best from a hands-on approach". Exhibitions and workshops will become more closely interwoven.

Stenden (CHN) University starts Honours programmes

On 12 November 2007 Stenden University (CHN) launched its Honours Programme with 25 participating students. The two-year study offers talented and ambitious second-year students the opportunity to do an in-depth theoretical study of research and research skills. This is done with subjects such as statistics, the philosophy of science, organisational theory and research methodology. The content of the Honours Programme is largely based on the university bridging programmes for HBO students. For a student to do a university’s master, he will need to submit his Honours Certificate. Another important aspect of the ‘Honours’ is the personal development of the students. They will get to know the world of research that lies behind the learning material of all Bachelor’s degrees. This contributes significantly to and influences our society in every conceivable way.

World's 'most beautiful bookshop' in Maastricht

The Selexyz Dominicanen in Maastricht is the most beautiful bookshop in the world, according to journalist Sean Dodson on the website of the British newspaper The Guardian. The monumental Dominican church was converted by the Dutch architects Merkx+Girod who designed an enormous platformed scaffolding from black steel to fill the centre of the church and hold four floors of books. It is attached to the interior in such a way that it can be removed without damage. According to Dodson it is 'a bookshop made in Heaven'.//DutchNews.nl