Dr. Monika Barget

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Monika Barget is an Assistant Professor at Maastricht University, specializing in early modern history and digital research methods. Her current research interests focus on geohumanities and island studies, where she co-coordinates the DigiKAR project, a spatial history initiative that models and visualizes mobility and borders within the context of the Holy Roman Empire. A strong advocate for interdisciplinary collaboration, Monika works with archaeologists, social scientists, and linguists within the DFG-funded Island Studies Network to conduct an interdisciplinary analysis of insular spaces and their evolving roles in a globalized world. Her expertise includes spatial analysis, digital mapping, historic maps, text analysis, distant reading of history, early modern European revolts and political violence, visual culture studies, media history, and the implications of digital transformation on religious history and digital society. Additionally, she is dedicated to public humanities and engaged research, including citizen science initiatives.

Research Interests

Requirements for Maastricht 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:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:515
Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:515
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor degree in Business, Economics, or related field Sufficient knowledge of quantitative methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Grades transcript of bachelor's programme
  • Copy of diploma
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Motivation Letter (1-2 pages)
  • Passport picture
  • Copy of valid passport or ID
  • Permission for document verification form
Specialization Notes

The School of Business and Economics (SBE) encompasses departments like Organization, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Finance, and Economics.