Dr. Matthijs Kalmijn

Professor

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Biography

Matthijs Kalmijn is a Professor at the University of Groningen, specializing in quantitative research methods, statistics, and demography. He leads research themes at NIDI, focusing on family life course, divorce patterns, migration trends, social inequality, and intergenerational relations. With an extensive background in quantitative analysis, Kalmijn has contributed significantly to the understanding of demographic changes and their impact on social structures. He utilizes a variety of data collection methods to investigate the dynamics of family life and migration, providing insights into how these factors influence societal outcomes. Kalmijn's work is characterized by its methodological rigor and its relevance to pressing social issues.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2025-06-02 — Present

NIDI • Den Haag, Netherlands

Leading research initiatives and contributing to the field of demography at the NIDI.

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.