Professor Dr. Merel Keijzer

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Biography

Merel Keijzer is a Professor of English Linguistics at the University of Groningen, specializing in bilingualism, multilingualism, and language processing. As a Rosalind Franklin Fellow, her research focuses on cognitive psychosocial health related to aging, particularly in the context of later-life language learning and language attrition. With expertise in intervention studies and epidemiological work, she explores the implications of multilingualism on dementia. Her role includes serving on Nuffic chair accreditation panels and working in bilingual secondary education. Keijzer's commitment to advancing the understanding of language in aging populations has positioned her as a leading figure in the field.

Research Interests

Bilingualism Multilingualism Language Processing Language Attrition Cognitive Psychosocial Health Aging Later-Life Language Learning

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Leading research and teaching in English linguistics with a focus on bilingualism and multilingualism.

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.