Dr. Gert Jan Hospers

Professor

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Biography

Gert-Jan Hospers is a Professor at Radboud University, holding the Chair in Geography with a focus on Urban Regional Transition. He is also affiliated with the University of Münster (Germany) and the University of Ostrava (Czech Republic). His research primarily addresses economic issues in cities and regions, placing a special emphasis on cross-border regions and industrial areas. His applied research often occurs in the East Netherlands, as well as in Germany and Czechia. Additionally, he directs the foundation Stad en Regio, which promotes urban regional development on a human scale, and contributes to various educational programs and professional lectures. Over recent years, he has published several international articles focusing on the role of defense sectors in regional development, the economic geography of energy transitions, and agritourism, among others. He is actively involved in the scientific community as a member of committees affiliated with Cittaslow International and contributes to regional monitoring initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-09-01 — Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Chair in Urban Regional Transition.

Director

2015-01-01 — Present

Stad en Regio • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Leading a foundation promoting urban regional development.

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).