Dr. Frederik Bakker

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Frederik Bakker studied Civil Engineering at Delft University of Technology and Classics at the University of Amsterdam. In 2010, he obtained his doctorate from Utrecht University with a dissertation on Epicurean cosmology. In 2012, he joined the Center for History and Philosophy of Science, where he conducts research in the field of Ancient Philosophy, particularly focusing on Epicurean physics and epistemology, as well as the reception of philosophy in the context of modern science and classical literature.

Research Interests

Ancient Philosophy Epicurean Physics Epistemology Reception of Philosophy Science in Classical Literature

Experience

Assistant Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen

Conducts research in Ancient Philosophy and teaches related courses.

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).