Dr. Hester Vermeulen

Professor

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Biography

Hester Vermeulen is a full professor in Nursing Science at Radboud University in Nijmegen, the Netherlands. With a background as a nurse and clinical epidemiologist, she is recognized for her contributions to evidence-based quality improvement in nursing practices. Vermeulen earned her PhD in 2006, focusing on evidence-based improvements in postoperative care. She has previously worked as a senior researcher at the Academic Medical Center in Amsterdam and as an associate professor in Evidence-Based Perioperative Care at the University of Applied Sciences of Amsterdam. Her research emphasizes enhancing the quality, safety, and effectiveness of person-centered care while addressing nursing-sensitive outcomes, such as infections and patient communication. She advocates for clinical academic career pathways to foster synergy between practice, education, and research, aiming to improve patient care standards. Actively involved in national nursing associations, she has served in various leadership roles, including chairing committees and editorial positions for nursing journals. Her work has made a significant impact on evidence-based practices for nurses across the Netherlands.

Research Interests

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).