Dr. Marina De Koning Tijssen

Professor

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Biography

Marina de Koning-Tijssen is a distinguished neurologist specializing in movement disorders. She serves as the Chair of the Expertise Center for Rare Movement Disorders at the University of Groningen and is actively involved in various prominent organizations dedicated to neurology. Her contributions extend to multiple leadership roles within international associations, including the International Parkinson & Movement Disorders Society (MDS), where she plays pivotal roles in clinical neurophysiology and rare movement disorders. De Koning-Tijssen's involvement also spans research committees and guideline development groups focused on myoclonus and rare neurological disorders. A committed educator, she coaches academics through her company, BrainZinBalanZ. Her extensive research efforts highlight her commitment to advancing the understanding and treatment of movement disorders.

Research Interests

Experience

Chair

— Present

Expertise Center Rare Movement Disorders • Groningen, Netherlands

Leading the center focused on rare movement disorders.

President

— Present

DystonieNet • Groningen, Netherlands

Leading an organization dedicated to dystonia.

Secretary-elect

2024-03-01 — Present

International Parkinson & Movement Disorder Society (MDS) • Groningen, Netherlands

Serving as secretary for a major global organization.

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.