Dr. Martijn Huysmans

Associate Professor

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Biography

Martijn Huysmans is an Associate Professor at Utrecht University, where he conducts research at the intersection of economics and political science, specifically in political economy. He teaches in the Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPE) bachelor's program, with a focus on the European Union (EU). His research primarily addresses EU trade policy, examining protections for regional specialty foods like Parma ham and Gouda Holland, as well as the institutional design of the EU, including issues such as Article 50 and the Brexit process. In 2020, Martijn became an elected member of the Utrecht Young Academy (UYA) and has been cited in media outlets across Europe, including The Guardian and Politico.eu. He earned his PhD from KU Leuven in 2018 and has had research stays at prestigious institutions such as Stanford University and LUISS in Rome. His forthcoming textbook, “The Microeconomics of Market Failures and Institutions,” published by Palgrave, has received accolades for its interdisciplinary approach and analytical rigor.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Utrecht University • Utrecht, Netherlands

Conducting research and teaching in the fields of economics and political science.

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology