Dr. Maaike Verhagen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Maaike Verhagen is an Associate Professor at the Behavioural Science Institute at Radboud University. She is a member of the Developmental Psychopathology group, which focuses on the intersection of psychopathology and social health. Her research involves molecular genetic studies relating to forms of psychopathology and loneliness, and she primarily investigates emotion regulation among adolescents in various social contexts. Verhagen's approach is interdisciplinary, integrating developmental processes with genetics and biomarkers through various methodologies, including longitudinal studies and ecological momentary assessments. Her work has been supported by the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO) and involves participation in team-science projects that promote open science practices. Research interests include loneliness, adolescents, social health, and inclusion. She has led several research projects and has been granted multiple research funds for initiatives addressing adolescent well-being, including studies on the effects of COVID-19 on mental health.

Research Interests

Courses

Intervention Science Interventions

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).