Dr. Lucy Avraamidou

Professor

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Biography

L. (Lucy) Avraamidou is a Full Professor in Science Education and the Director of the Center for Learning and Teaching at the University of Groningen. Her extensive expertise encompasses Science Education, Teacher Education, and Science Identity, as well as Out-of-school Science initiatives. In her role, she has overseen various projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing educational practices and outcomes in the sciences. Avraamidou is actively involved in numerous editorial positions, including Associate Editor for the Journal of Research in Science Teaching and Studies in Science Education, while also leading the Cultural Studies of Science Education as a Lead Editor. She has served as a President of the European Science Education Association and holds significant leadership roles within academic committees focused on curriculum and ethics in science education. Furthermore, she contributes to academic discourse as a columnist for the university newspaper, Ukrant. Avraamidou's commitment to science education extends to mentorship, guiding current PhD students and postdoctoral researchers in their scholarly endeavors.

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.