Dr. Philip Nickel

Associate Professor

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Biography

Philip Nickel's research focuses on trust, agency, and human reliance, particularly in the context of technology. He explores how people can trust the technologies they engage with and the implications this has for our understanding of epistemic agency. Nickel received his doctorate in 2002 from the University of California, Los Angeles. From 2003 to 2008, he served as an Assistant Professor at the University of California, Irvine, in the Department of Philosophy and the School of Biological Sciences. He has authored numerous articles on topics such as trust, epistemic agency, and the ethics of biomedical research. Philip Nickel is a regular guest speaker at prominent institutions, including the University of Oxford, the Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport, and the Oxford Internet Institute, as well as VU Amsterdam. His work has contributed significantly to discussions regarding the ethical implications of emerging technologies and their impact on society.

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Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
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  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
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Specialization Notes

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