Dr. Karen Radner

Professor

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Biography

Karen Radner holds the Alexander von Humboldt Professorship for Ancient History of the Near and Middle East at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. She studied Ancient Semitic Philology and Oriental Archaeology at the University of Vienna, earning her Master's degree in 1994 and her Ph.D. in 1997, both with distinction. Radner has held various academic positions, including at the University of Helsinki, University of Tübingen, and University College London, where she served until 2015. She has been involved in numerous guest professorships in Italy, Qatar, and Turkey. Her research primarily focuses on ancient Assyrian history and related topics, and she has published extensively in this field. Recent projects include exploring the cultural heritage of Mesopotamia and the implications of cuneiform artifacts.

Research Interests

Experience

Alexander von Humboldt Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich • München, Germany

Leading the department of Ancient History of the Near and Middle East.

Visiting Professorship

2005-01-01 — 2015-01-01

University College London • London, UK

Focused on Ancient Near Eastern studies and archaeology.

Researcher

1997-01-01 — 1999-01-01

University of Helsinki • Helsinki, Finland

Engaged in research on Ancient Near Eastern texts.

Researcher

1999-01-01 — 1999-01-01

University of Tübingen • Tübingen, Germany

Contributed to projects related to Ancient Semitic languages.

Assistant Professor

1999-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich • München, Germany

Involved in teaching and research in Ancient History.

Requirements for Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Economics or related quantitative field At least 75% of Bachelor's curriculum completed at time of application
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae in English
  • Motivation letter (2000-3000 characters)
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcript
  • Explanation of grading scale
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Faculty of Economics. GRE is NOT required for the standard M.Sc. Economics.