Dr. Henk De Regt

Professor

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Biography

Henk de Regt is a professor at Radboud University, directing the Institute Science Society. His work focuses on the philosophy of scientific understanding, exploring historical case studies and producing expert analyses. He developed a contextual theory of scientific understanding that recognizes the historical and disciplinary variations in criteria for understanding. His monograph, 'Understanding Scientific Understanding' (Oxford University Press, 2017), won the Lakatos Award in 2019. Currently, he investigates the impact of artificial intelligence on the nature of scientific understanding and the interplay between scientific and public understanding. He has led multiple research projects supported by prestigious grants, including NWO and the John Templeton Foundation, examining the philosophical aspects of imaging techniques in neuroscience and the relationship between scientific expertise and everyday understanding.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2010-01-01 — Present

Institute Science Society • Radboud University, Nijmegen

Awards

#2019

Lakatos Award

2019-01-01

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
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  • 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).