Dr. Luuk Van Kempen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Luuk van Kempen is an assistant professor specializing in Cultural Anthropology and Development Studies at Radboud University. His research focuses on the behavioral aspects of poverty, particularly the inter-generational transmission of poverty and potential interventions to break the cycle, such as cash transfer programs and basic income proposals. He explores themes related to Sustainable Development Goals, including poverty, wellbeing, and inequality, with particular expertise in economic behavior among vulnerable populations. His work involves multidisciplinary research on civil society advocacy, health financing, and conflict transformation in various countries. Additionally, Luuk conducts impact studies on anti-poverty interventions and contributes to training programs for young professionals.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen

Teaching and research in Cultural Anthropology and Development Studies.

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).