Dr. Pieter Kuypers

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Biography

Pieter Kuypers is a Professor of International European Law at Radboud University, holding an extraordinary chair focused on European and national public procurement law. His research primarily revolves around competition law, including aspects of cartel behavior, abuse of dominant positions, and merger control. He is also deeply involved in issues related to state aid, particularly concerning unlawful competition and the regulations governing state entities and bodies under public law. Kuypers's work addresses the enforcement of public procurement laws and the private enforcement mechanisms applicable to competition and state aid rules. He has a rich engagement in ancillary teaching activities, contributing to various boards such as Les Amis de l'école Hamaide and the Dutch Public Procurement Law Association. Additionally, he plays a significant role on the editorial boards of specialized journals, shaping the discourse in the fields he specializes in. Kuypers’s expertise reflects a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical implications within the European legal framework.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor - International European Law Chair

— Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen

Teaching and research in the field of International European Law, focusing on public procurement law and competition law.

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).