Dr. Saskia Damen

Professor

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Biography

Saskia Damen is an endowed professor at the University of Groningen, specializing in deafblindness and various sensory disabilities. With a focus on special education, she conducts research on complex communication needs and has experience in single-case experiments. She is involved in parent support and staff training, as well as psychological assessments aimed at enhancing communication and interaction among those with disabilities. As a senior researcher at Royal Kentalis, she plays a vital role in the NVO Accreditation Committee and is a board member of the MICH Foundation, which supports children with multiple disabilities. Additionally, she has served as an associate editor for the Journal of Deafblind Studies on Communication. Damen's work has emphasized the importance of tailored educational approaches and interventions for individuals with unique learning challenges, advocating for the inclusion and understanding of deafblind individuals in educational settings.

Research Interests

Experience

Endowed Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

University of Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Endowed chair in special education focusing on deafblindness and sensory disabilities.

Senior Researcher

— Present

Royal Kentalis • Groningen, Netherlands

Conducts research on complex communication needs and provides training and support for parents and staff.

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.