Dr. Sybren Drijfhout

Professor

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Biography

Sybren Drijfhout is an Emeritus Professor of Marine Atmospheric Research and Physical Oceanography at Utrecht University, affiliated with the Institute for Marine Atmospheric Sciences (IMAU). His research focuses on climate dynamics, particularly on sea-level rise and its implications. Drijfhout is a lead author for the chapter on Ocean, Sea-level, and Cryosphere for the Sixth Assessment Report by the International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), which was published in 2021. He contributes significantly to projects at the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI), where he leads efforts to develop new sea-level rise scenarios. Throughout his career, Drijfhout has supervised numerous Master's students, aiding their academic development through hands-on engagement in research programs. His dedication to teaching includes supporting courses in geostrophic fluids. He holds the Buys Ballot Chair in Climate Dynamics and has been actively involved in various ancillary activities in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Professor

— Present

Utrecht University • Utrecht, Netherlands

Leading research in Marine Atmospheric Sciences and Physical Oceanography.

Project Leader

— Present

Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute • Utrecht, Netherlands

Responsible for new sea-level rise scenarios.

Lead Author

— Present

Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change • Remote

Contributed to the chapter on Ocean, Sea-level, and Cryosphere for the Sixth Assessment Report.

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology