Dr. Peter De Swart

Associate Professor

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Biography

Peter de Swart is an Associate Professor at Radboud University, specializing in Language and Communication. His research interests encompass areas such as animacy, case marking, and word order, contributing significant insights into the structural variation of languages. With a background that integrates theoretical linguistics, linguistic typology, and psycholinguistics, he explores how these insights can inform grammar instruction in educational settings. De Swart is committed to the application of linguistic findings in reasoning and the development of teaching strategies within schools, facilitating a connection between academic research and classroom practice. His work often emphasizes the importance of understanding the cognitive aspects of grammar and language processing, making him a pivotal figure in his research group that focuses on grammar and cognition.

Research Interests

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).