Dr. Frans Sijtsma

Associate Professor

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Biography

Frans Sijtsma is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen in the Department of Economic Geography, specializing in sustainable development and spatial sciences. His academic work focuses on the intersection of economics and ecology, specifically in the evaluation of landscapes and real estate through cost-benefit and multi-criteria analyses. Sijtsma has held positions as Coordinator of the Research Master in Spatial Sciences and has contributed to various research themes, particularly concerning sustainable landscapes. He is also a member of the Scientific Advisory Board for the Wadden Academy and has served as an external expert for Natuurmonumenten. His research interests are centered on value nature landscape and the economic aspects of spatial development. Sijtsma's dedication to sustainable development is reflected in his work on how ecological and economic evaluations can inform better land use practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

— Present

Rudolf Agricola School • Groningen, Netherlands

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Requirements for University of Groningen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:145
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:145
Quantitative Percentile
Required:25
Overall
Required:145
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Business, Management) Strong background in mathematics and statistics Research orientation in previous studies
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • GMAT/GRE score report (for non-EU/EEA)
  • Course descriptions of mathematics and statistics courses
Specialization Notes

Standard Master's entry requirements for Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, and Management departments within the Faculty of Economics and Business.