Dr. Jonas Van Tol

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jonas van Tol is an assistant professor specializing in early modern history at the University of Amsterdam. His research primarily focuses on the transnational impact of religious violence during the Reformation, with particular emphasis on the French Wars of Religion and their repercussions in various parts of Europe, including the Dutch Revolt. He earned his BA in History from the University of York in 2011, followed by an MPhil in Early Modern History from the University of Cambridge in 2012, and a PhD from the University of York in 2016. Prior to joining the University of Amsterdam, he worked as a university lecturer at Leiden University from 2016 to 2018. His notable publications include 'Germany French Wars Religion, 1560-1572' (Leiden: Brill, 2018) and multiple articles in historical journals addressing themes of confessional relations and transnational narratives within the framework of the Wars of Religion in Europe.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

University of Amsterdam • Amsterdam

Specializes in early modern history with a focus on transnational religious violence.

University Lecturer

2016-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Leiden University • Leiden

Taught courses related to early modern history and conducted research on religious violence.

Requirements for University of Amsterdam

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:92
GMAT
Total Score
Required:560
Overall
Required:560
Prerequisites
Academic Bachelor's degree in a relevant field Mathematics and Statistics proficiency Micro- and Macro-economics courses
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's Diploma and Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Motivation Letter
  • English Language Proficiency Certificate
  • GMAT or GRE score report
Specialization Notes

Includes departments like Economics, Business Administration, Finance, and Marketing.