Dr. Michiel Van Emmerik

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michiel van Emmerik focuses on the intersection of International and European Law, particularly within the context of Dutch Constitutional and Administrative Law. His research emphasizes the impact of European fundamental rights principles, such as proportionality, on Dutch law. He has co-authored a significant work on European Fundamental Rights in Dutch administrative law, with the latest edition published in 2023. His background combines theoretical expertise and practical experience, having served as a deputy judge and civil servant. His interests include judicial integrity, especially concerning cases involving judges' financial interests, and he examines connections between constitutional law and other legal fields, including criminal law and private law with a focus on human rights violations.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-10-12 — Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Teaching and research in the fields of Constitutional and Administrative Law.

Visiting Lecturer

2025-09-01 — Present

Academy for Legislation • Hague, Netherlands

Teaching and curriculum development.

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).