Dr. Kees Aarts

Professor

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Biography

Kees Aarts is a Professor of Political Institutions at the University of Groningen. He specializes in democracy, elections, and electoral behavior. With his extensive research in political science, he contributes significantly to understanding how political institutions operate and how they influence the behavior of citizens during elections. Aarts has published various works that investigate the nuances of electoral systems and the impact of political structures on democratic engagement. His expertise is recognized both nationally and internationally, making him a sought-after speaker and consultant in his field. He engages with numerous academic forums and lectures on the dynamics of political institutions, drawing upon a rich repository of empirical data and theoretical frameworks to elucidate the complexities of electoral processes.

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.