Linde Bergink

Name: Linde Bergink
Student: Master Chemical Engineering
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/linde-bergink-018846242 

“There are a few aspects of this Masters programme that I really appreciate. One is how hard the education team and TG work to gather and act on student feedback. The teachers are very open to feedback, which creates a comfortable learning environment.”

My name is Linde Bergink and I started my Master's programme in Chemical Engineering at TU Delft in September 2023. Choosing this Master's programme was an obvious decision for me. During my undergraduate studies in Molecular Science and Technology (Leiden/Delft), I discovered that my main interest was in technology. Feeling at home at TU Delft made the choice easy, and the fact that Chemical Engineering at TU Delft is one of the top programmes in the world was a fantastic bonus.

One of the main reasons why I felt so at home here was the student association, the Technologisch Gezelschap (TG). In addition to making friends, I had the honour of serving as TG's president. During my term, I managed teams, collaborated with industry partners and worked to improve the study programmes, all for the benefit of my fellow students. This role helped me develop skills that I believe will serve me well for the rest of my life. In my opinion, TG is an invaluable asset to the programmes.

There are a few aspects of this Masters programme that I really appreciate. One is how hard the education team and TG work to gather and act on student feedback. The teachers are very open to feedback, which creates a comfortable learning environment. I also appreciate the wide range of electives, which allow students to explore different courses and find out what they enjoy. Another highlight has been the opportunity to work directly with industry. I worked with Westlake Epoxy on a 10-week project where we designed a gasification process to convert windmill blades into syngas - something that had never been done before. It was inspiring to see the project come to life and to learn from someone already working in the field.

One of my biggest challenges so far has been working in international teams, especially under tight deadlines. However, this has been a valuable experience in my journey as a chemical engineer. The problems we face today require global teamwork. Combining knowledge and experience to find solutions. Learning to communicate with each other is the first step.

With all these experiences, I've found my goal: to work in a large international company in the energy sector. I'd like to be part of a team and eventually lead one. TU Delft has taught me to dream big and work hard, and I'm looking forward to pursuing these goals.