Talent & Learning Centre Delft/Leiden

The Quantum Delta Talent & Learning Centre Delft/Leiden has knowledge of all educational activities and projects related to quantum in the South Holland region. The TLC serves as a broker and resource centre connecting businesses, educational institutions, and research organizations to facilitate collaborations.

South Holland stands out as a strong quantum technology region and the time has come to translate fundamental research into practical applications and scale up these efforts. The quantum-related business landscape is expanding rapidly, resulting in a rising demand for a workforce that is knowledgeable in the quantum field. However, there's also a need for professionals with more practical backgrounds and a broader knowledge beyond quantum mechanics. Hence, the TLC has an inclusive and expansive vision. We aim to embrace physics programs and disciplines that intersect with quantum technology, such as electrical engineering and ICT. Furthermore, we place a significant emphasis on inspiring vocational education (MBO).  

With the collaboration of Leidse Instrumentmakersschool (LiS), The Hague University of Applied Sciences, TU Delft, and Leiden University, the TLC Delft/Leiden is in an excellent position to collectively shape the future of quantum education.

Teacher Internships
A unique opportunity for teachers to become interns, dedicating for example one day per week to immersing themselves in the operation of a quantum-related company. This experience will enable them to better understand the expectations for their students and the skillsets required to work at such a company. Simultaneously, companies will establish stronger connections with educational programs and potential future employees, all while benefiting from free expertise. If you are interested in offering or participating in a teacher internship, please contact Hilde Wijngaard (h.h.wijngaard@hhs.nl).

Quantum Vocational Training
Building quantum computers demands the expertise of vocational students. Our mission within AL-3 is to bridge universities, colleges, and vocational schools. The Leidse Instrumentmakers School (LiS) plays a pivotal role, using growth fund resources to nationally coordinate vocational education, focusing on qualification assessment and fostering institutional collaborations. In this vision the LiS is for example organizing workshops for MBO teachers in order to get more vocational schools involved.

QuantumRules!
This programme offers secondary school students the opportunity to do experiments in quantum mechanics to learn more about it and its applications.