Dr. Jouke Turpijn

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Biography

Jouke Turpijn is a University Lecturer in Dutch History at the University of Amsterdam, specializing in public history, and the political and cultural history of the Netherlands over the last two centuries. His research focuses on journalistic culture, social discontent, angry citizens, music, youth culture, the history of public debates, and politicians. Turpijn's dissertation, 'Mannen van Gezag. De uitvinding van de Tweede Kamer 1848-1888', was published in 2008 and has seen several reprints. In 2023, he is set to release 'Notenkraken', co-authored with Jeroen van Zanten, and previously published works include 'Wij en het Ik-Tijdperk' in 2022, 'Onbehagen de Polder' in 2014, and '80s Dilemma. Nederland de jaren tachtig' in 2011. He has contributed to various newspapers, collaborated on multiple media productions, and organizes several events in public history. Additionally, he serves as the educational director within the History Capacity group and teaches both master's and bachelor's courses in history.

Research Interests

Experience

University Lecturer

2008-01-01 — Present

University of Amsterdam • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Specializes in public history and the political and cultural history of the Netherlands.

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.