Dr. Gys Walt Van Egdom

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Gys-Walt van Egdom holds a doctoral degree in Linguistics and Literary Studies, as well as a master's degree in Translation Studies. He is currently affiliated with Utrecht University as an Assistant Professor specializing in translation and Translation Studies. His expertise encompasses translation didactics, translation evaluation, translation ethics, and AI translation within the broader context of human-computer interaction. In the academic year 2022-2023, Van Egdom assumed the position of Émile Verhaeren Chair at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. Starting in fall 2023, he will also be contributing as a member of the scientific staff at the Expertisecentrum Literair Vertalen. Additionally, he serves as a board member of the VertalersVakschool and as an external advisor for NL-Term.

Research Interests

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology