Dr. Iris Van Rooij

Professor

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Biography

Iris van Rooij studies the scope limits of human cognition, approaching it from the perspectives of psychology, philosophy, and computer science. She critically reflects on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in society and science. As a Professor of Computational Cognitive Science at Radboud University Nijmegen, she leads the Computational Cognitive Science research group at the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition, and Behaviour. Her research interests lie at the interface of psychology, philosophy, and theoretical computer science, with a particular fascination for the computational limits of cognition, including those of scientists. Taking a meta-theoretical and meta-science perspective, her research contributes to the critical reflection on the use of AI techniques, particularly computational modeling, in science and society.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Radboud University Nijmegen • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Leads the Computational Cognitive Science research group focusing on human cognition and AI.

Awards

#2020

Distinguished Lorentz Fellowship & Prize

2020-01-01

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
  • 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).