Dr. Kees Blankman

Professor

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Biography

Kees Blankman is an Endowed Professor of Dutch Private Law at the Faculty of Law of the Free University of Amsterdam. His expertise encompasses various measures and instruments designed to support and protect adults, particularly in the context of elder law. He is actively involved in significant Dutch research initiatives aimed at enhancing the legal landscape for the elderly in the Netherlands. His research primarily focuses on financial abuse and undue influence affecting older adults. Blankman is a member of the International Advisory Board and participates in international projects that explore complex issues related to elder law. He has contributed significantly to understanding legal protections for the elderly and has engaged in projects such as STRIDE, which investigates the balance of empowerment and protection in legal contexts involving older individuals. Kees Blankman's scholarly contributions are recognized through his involvement as a reviewer for the International Journal of Law and Psychiatry, and he has participated in various academic conferences and events related to family law and elder rights.

Research Interests

Courses

Health Law Elder Law

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.