Princess Ariane starts at TU Delft after rigorous selection: 'Title doesn't matter'
Princess Ariane has successfully enrolled in the prestigious Aerospace Engineering program at TU Delft after competing against thousands of applicants. University officials stated that her admission was based solely on merit, with her royal status having no influence on the selection process.
Nineteen-year-old Princess Ariane has officially begun her studies at TU Delft, joining the bachelor program in Aerospace Engineering. She was among 440 students accepted into the rigorous program, which saw 4,300 applicants competing for the limited spots available. University officials emphasized that the selection process is impartial and that Ariane's royal title played no role in her admission, as the school maintains a strict policy of neutrality toward individual students.
The Aerospace Engineering degree at TU Delft is considered one of the most challenging in the Netherlands, focusing on subjects like aerodynamics, flight engines, and rocket science. Graduates are highly sought after by major global companies, including aircraft manufacturers and technology leaders like ASML. Princess Ariane follows in the footsteps of her uncle, Prince Friso, who studied the same subject at the institution. University staff have expressed their hope that she will experience a normal student life during her time on campus.
Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
