In addition to interdisciplinary research, Medical Delta and its affiliated academic institutions also offer interdisciplinary education. Below you will find an overview with examples of the educational offerings at the intersection of technology and health.
The Clinical Technology program is a collaboration between Delft University of Technology, Leiden University, and Erasmus University Rotterdam. These three world-class centers work together in the field of clinical technology in Medical Delta.
TU Delft, Leiden University, Erasmus University Rotterdam and their academic medical centers offer a interdisciplinary joint-degree Master programme in technical medicine which links science and technology with clinical practice and its professional medical procedures.
The interdisciplinary minor 'Dynamics of a Healthy Society' provides students with skills and knowledge for analyzing real-life challenges in the field of health and well-being, such as obesity among toddlers, loneliness among youth, and coping with chronic illnesses.
Regenerative Medicine is a truly multidisciplinary field aiming to harness the power of stem cells and biomaterials to model or replace diseased organs. During this minor the students acquire a framework of basic knowledge to think creatively about innovative strategies and technologies at the cutting edge of medicine and biology.
To accelerate innovation and research towards greener healthcare, the Interdisciplinary Thesis Lab 'Sustainable Hospitals' has been established. Master students from various disciplines and different academic institutions dedicate their master's thesis to research actual sustainability issues in hospitals and the industry.
We plan exciting, interactive activities to connect young professionals in the field of medical technology