Dr. Sarju Rai

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sarju Sing Rai is an Assistant Professor at the Athena Institute of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. His research focuses on global health, education, and societal transformation through transdisciplinary methods. He leads several projects including the NRO's CONNECT initiative aimed at developing frameworks for transdisciplinary learning in higher education. Sarju also co-leads the AURORA European Universities Alliance project, focusing on societal impact and transformation through innovative teaching and learning approaches. His expertise intersects with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in the areas of health equity, social justice, and community service learning. Sarju is committed to fostering essential global connectivity and improving health outcomes through collaborative education and research efforts that engage a variety of stakeholders.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-03-12 — Present

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Involved in teaching and research focusing on transdisciplinary approaches to global health.

Courses

Communication, Organization Management Double Burden Disease

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

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:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.