Dr. Jan Keunen

Professor

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Biography

Jan E.E. Keunen is a professor at Radboud University Medical Centre, specializing in Ophthalmology. His research primarily focuses on potential new treatments for age-related macular degeneration, a significant cause of visual impairment and blindness among the elderly in the Western world. In addition, he has expertise in the treatment of eye tumors, utilizing advanced techniques like laser surgery for diseased eyes. He has introduced cutting-edge technology at the medical center, including the microsecond laser in 2007 and the pattern scan laser in 2008. Prof. Keunen is actively engaged in efforts to reduce avoidable blindness and low vision in the Netherlands as the chairman of the Vision 2020 Netherlands initiative and also serves as co-chair of the European International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, implementing cost-effective eye disease prevention projects across Europe. His contributions extend to various committees and councils in the field of ophthalmology, demonstrating his commitment to advancing eye health.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2003-01-01 — Present

Radboud University Medical Centre • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Professor specializing in Ophthalmology and conducting research on potential new treatments for eye diseases.

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).