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Professor Dr. Ary Samsura

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ary Samsura is an Assistant Professor specializing in Planning at Radboud University. He has a background in urban planning with expertise in Spatial Planning Engineering and Policy Analysis. His research interests focus on stakeholder involvement in urban regional development processes, emphasizing decision-making to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and the quality of life in urban areas. Ary explores the dynamics of cooperation and competition among stakeholders with conflicting interests in both public and private sectors. He implements scientific and methodological tools, such as game-theoretical modeling and Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis, in his work. His interests also encompass local climate mitigation and adaptation strategies, sustainable development management, and collaborative planning.

Research Interests

Urban Planning Land Management Game Theory Decision Analysis Urban Resilience Urban Climate Mitigation Adaptation

Experience

Assistant Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen

Teaching and research in Planning, focusing on stakeholder decision-making in urban contexts.

Senior Research Fellow

2015-01-01 — Present

Resilience Development Initiative • Nijmegen

Conducting research on resilience and sustainable development practices.

Visiting Lecturer

2019-01-01 — Present

Universitas Katolik Soegijapranata •

Teaching and engaging with students on urban planning topics.

Requirements for Radboud University

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:5
Reading
Required:4.5
Writing
Required:4.5
Speaking
Required:4.5
Total
Required:100
PTE
Listening
Required:61
Reading
Required:61
Writing
Required:61
Speaking
Required:61
Overall
Required:67

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Linguistics, Communication, or related) Bachelor's thesis grade of at least 8.0/10 (US 3.5+ equivalent)

Application Checklist

  • Passport or ID
  • Official Bachelor's degree certificate (or proof of graduation)
  • Academic transcript of records
  • Description of grading scale
  • Personal statement/Motivation letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Course list/Course descriptions
  • Research proposal or Bachelor thesis

Specialization Notes

Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).