Dr. Philipp Schmid

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Philipp Schmid investigates the impact of misinformation and science denialism on health decision making. He evaluates promising communication interventions that facilitate informed decision making. His research is focused on health communication, persuasion, mis-disinformation, and science denialism, aiming to enhance understanding and response in public health contexts. He is an assistant professor at Radboud University, actively contributing to the field through research, teaching, and public engagement. Schmid has engaged with media and participated in interviews that explore topics relating to science denial and public perceptions during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the importance of effective communication strategies in fostering health literacy and informed decision-making among the public.

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Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Teaching and researching health communication, misinformation, and science denialism.

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
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  • 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).