Dr. Joost Frenken

Professor

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Biography

Joost Frenken is the Dean of the Faculty of Science and Engineering at the University of Groningen. He is recognized for his substantial contributions to the field of surfaces and thin films, particularly through his affiliation with the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials. Frenken holds key positions in various academic organizations, including as a member of the Domain Board of NTW at KNAW. He also engages in entrepreneurial ventures, being a co-founder and shareholder of Leiden Probe Microscopy BV and Applied Nanolayers BV, and owner of Applied Interfaces BV. His leadership extends beyond academia into innovative applications in materials science, where he bridges research and commercial efforts to enhance technological advancements in his field.

Research Interests

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.