Dr. Willemijn Verkoren

Associate Professor

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Biography

Willemijn Verkoren is an associate professor at Radboud University, specializing in the analysis of violent conflict and security policies within the context of peace processes. Her academic work places special attention on the role of civil society in peacebuilding and the processes involved in framing legitimacy concerning security and (counter)terrorism. She is a member of the Centre for International Conflict Analysis & Management (CICAM) and leads the GLOCAL research group focusing on global-local interconnections in conflict dynamics. Through her research and teaching, Verkoren contributes to the understanding of how violence, conflict, and security policies intersect with societal needs and challenges in contemporary settings.

Research Interests

Experience

Freelance Researcher, Writer, Consultant

2020-01-01 — Present

Self-employed • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Works independently on research, writing, and consulting in areas related to conflict analysis and peace.

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).