Dr. Jasper Van Der Kemp

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jasper van der Kemp serves as an Assistant Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in the fields of Criminal Law and Criminology. He has a background in psychology and extensive training, which informs his research on crime mobility, offender behavior, and geographical profiling. His significant focus is on analyzing individual offenders' movements, their mental maps, and the geographical patterns associated with crime. He has spent five years with the Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime and Law Enforcement (NSCR), contributing to various research projects including one on wrongful convictions and cold cases. He is a founding member of the Crime Linkage International Network (C-Link), which aims to advance the understanding of crime linkage processes. In addition to teaching responsibilities, Jasper coordinates the Minor in Forensic Criminology and has led various projects aimed at improving investigative practices. His academic contributions span numerous lectures, presentations, and published works in top-tier law and psychology journals. He is actively involved in several ancillary activities, including membership in academic organizations and participation in expert discussions regarding crime investigative practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Project Coordinator

2012-01-01 — Present

Hogeschool van Amsterdam • Amsterdam

Oversees various projects related to criminology and law enforcement.

Committee Member

2013-12-02 — Present

International Academy Investigative Psychology • n.v.t.

Participates in activities aimed at promoting investigative psychology.

Awards

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Wiley Poster Prize

Courses

Forensic Evidence: From Crime Scene to Cell Crime Analysis and Offender Profiling Spatial Criminology Forensic Psychiatry

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

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:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.