OpenFieldEnTranCe Centre of Expertise for Energy Transition Doctoral / Applied Research Fellowship
Collaborative applied doctoral research at the EnTranCe testing facility on the Zernike Campus, developing regional green hydrogen distribution, biomethane production, and smart hybrid electricity grids.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Sustainable Energy, or Chemical Engineering with high marks.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master's thesis or publication in hydrogen production, microgrid optimization, or renewable heating.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Salaried research position (Dutch CAO-HBO): €3,200 to €4,100/month gross plus 8% holiday allowance and pension
- Application fee
- €0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Zero tuition charges; salaried appointment joint with University of Groningen.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 15, 2027 (Applied doctoral cohort selection)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Hanze University of Applied Sciences documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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