Dr. Frank Bestebreurtje

Associate Professor

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Biography

Frank Bestebreurtje is a researcher and translator specializing in ancient history and hermeneutics. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of 19th-century historiography and the study of religious sciences. His research focuses on the methodology of historiography, hermeneutics, and the history of science in the 19th century, particularly regarding scientific legacies. Bestebreurtje has worked on various projects, including the publication of letters from the estate of Erwin Rohde. With extensive experience in academia, he has held positions as a senior researcher at the Institute Academic Study of Eastern Christianity at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and at the Theological Faculty of the University of Basel. His expertise lies in Latin studies and the broader field of ancient civilizations.

Research Interests

Historiography Methodology Hermeneutics 19th Century History of Science Religious Studies

Experience

Senior Researcher

— Present

Institute Academic Study of Eastern Christianity (IN SEC), Vrije Universiteit • Amsterdam

Conducted research on Eastern Christianity and its historical context.

Senior Researcher

— Present

Theologische Fakultät, Universität Basel • Basel

Worked on projects related to religious studies and historiography.

Requirements for University of Basel

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 180 ECTS Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects (e.g., 90 ECTS in Math/CS for Data Science)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or current transcript of records
  • Diploma Supplement (if available)
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of valid passport or ID card
  • Evidence of language proficiency (C1 level recommended for English/German programs)
  • Proof of payment of application fee (CHF 100)
Specialization Notes

The University of Basel generally requires C1 level proficiency in the language of instruction. For most English-taught Masters, TOEFL (min 92-95) or IELTS (min 7.0) is the standard.