Dr. Linda Carton

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Linda Carton is an Assistant Professor at Radboud University specializing in collaborative planning and sustainable cities. Her research focuses on the intersection of climate change, citizen initiatives, and government practices in sustainability challenges. Linda examines the governance of natural resources and the conflicts that arise between decision-makers at local and state levels. Her work also delves into smart, sustainable, and healthy cities and regions, emphasizing citizen participation and the spatial dimensions of energy infrastructures and water problems. Linda's research projects often involve working closely with municipalities, provinces, and citizen initiatives to co-develop green-blue regional infrastructures. She is interested in participatory planning methods and uses internet-enabled mapping practices to enhance environmental monitoring by self-empowered communities. Her contributions to the field are recognized through her involvement in various research grants and her role on the editorial board of InPlanning.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Linda teaches and conducts research in collaborative planning and sustainability at Radboud University.

Requirements for Radboud University

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:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:5
Reading
Required:4.5
Writing
Required:4.5
Speaking
Required:4.5
Total
Required:100
PTE
Listening
Required:61
Reading
Required:61
Writing
Required:61
Speaking
Required:61
Overall
Required:67
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Linguistics, Communication, or related) Bachelor's thesis grade of at least 8.0/10 (US 3.5+ equivalent)
Application Checklist
  • Passport or ID
  • Official Bachelor's degree certificate (or proof of graduation)
  • Academic transcript of records
  • Description of grading scale
  • Personal statement/Motivation letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Course list/Course descriptions
  • Research proposal or Bachelor thesis
Specialization Notes

Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).