Dr. Iulian Barba Lata

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Iulian Barba Lata is an Assistant Professor at Radboud University and focuses on urban studies, particularly on the politics of public spaces and the relationship between rural and urban conditions. His research interests include the experimentation and placemaking in urban environments, sustainability agendas, and the potential of transformative everyday practices. He seeks to explore how cities are governed, contested, and transformed, drawing inspiration from diverse critical, relational, and participatory approaches. Through his work, he investigates how responsible forms of urbanization can enable hopeful urban futures.

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).