Dr. Eric Van Berkum

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Biography

Eric van Berkum is a Full Professor specializing in Transport Engineering Management at the University of Twente. He obtained his PhD in Civil Engineering from Delft University of Technology, and has had an extensive career including significant roles as a software engineer and consultant in traffic transport. Since joining the University of Twente in 1998 as a part-time professor, he transitioned to full professorship and became the head of the Centre for Transport Studies. His research primarily focuses on transport modeling, travel behavior, and traffic management, with a strong emphasis on dynamic traffic network design and network optimization. He has supervised numerous PhD theses and contributes to various research projects, including those involving urban mobility and innovative traffic management systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

— Present

University of Twente • Enschede, Netherlands

Head of the Centre for Transport Studies, focusing on educational and research activities in transport engineering.

Part-time Professor

— Present

University of Twente • Enschede, Netherlands

Engaged in teaching and research related to traffic management.

Software Engineer

— Present

Cap Gemini • Netherlands

Worked on various projects related to software solutions in traffic and transport.

Requirements for University of Twente

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:600
Overall
Required:600
GRE General
Verbal
Required:143
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:155
Quantitative Percentile
Required:60
Analytical Writing
Required:3
Writing Percentile
Required:25
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Science in a related field Knowledge of Statistics and Probability Knowledge of Mathematics Specialization-related topics: Operation Research, Simulation, Financial topics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Copy of diploma
  • Motivation letter
  • Resume (Europass format)
  • Course descriptions of relevant courses
  • English summary of thesis
Specialization Notes

Includes specializations in Financial Engineering & Management, Healthcare Technology & Management, and Production & Logistics Management.