Dr. Pier Tortola

Associate Professor

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Biography

Pier Domenico Tortola is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen, specializing in European integration institutions, state theory institutionalism, multilevel governance, and transnational municipal networks. He has a keen interest in technocracy within politics, Italian politics, and qualitative methods for concept analysis. His academic contributions are significant in the field of European politics, where he serves as a theme director for Democracy Governance at the Rudolph Agricola School. Tortola engages in extensive research and mentoring, particularly guiding PhD candidates in European political studies. He has held various academic positions since joining the university, reflecting his commitment to advancing education and research in his areas of expertise.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Engaged in teaching and research, focusing on European politics and governance.

Requirements for University of Groningen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:145
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:145
Quantitative Percentile
Required:25
Overall
Required:145
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Business, Management) Strong background in mathematics and statistics Research orientation in previous studies
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • GMAT/GRE score report (for non-EU/EEA)
  • Course descriptions of mathematics and statistics courses
Specialization Notes

Standard Master's entry requirements for Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, and Management departments within the Faculty of Economics and Business.