Dr. Johan Woltjer

Professor

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Biography

Johan Woltjer is a Professor of Urban Development Planning and Dean of Graduate Studies at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands. He has held various academic positions, including at the University of Westminster in the United Kingdom and has been associated with the University of Amsterdam and the University of Twente. Woltjer is an Honorary Professor at the Institute of Technology Bandung in Indonesia and serves on multiple editorial boards, prominently as the editor for the journal 'Cities,' which is a leading publication in urban studies. His professional focus encompasses a wide range of interests in research evaluation, international educational development, and faculty leadership. His research interests include urban regional development, sustainable cities, geography, environmental governance, institutional design, spatial planning, and policy evaluation. Woltjer has also contributed to curriculum development and comparative learning environments that leverage international classrooms.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

University of Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Professor of Urban Development Planning and Dean of Graduate Studies.

Requirements for University of Groningen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:145
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:145
Quantitative Percentile
Required:25
Overall
Required:145
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Business, Management) Strong background in mathematics and statistics Research orientation in previous studies
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • GMAT/GRE score report (for non-EU/EEA)
  • Course descriptions of mathematics and statistics courses
Specialization Notes

Standard Master's entry requirements for Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, and Management departments within the Faculty of Economics and Business.