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University of Amsterdam

Amsterdam, NetherlandsReviewed 22 October 2026

UvA's Roeterseiland campus offers a quantitative Data Science and Business Analytics master's through Economics and Business.

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UvA's Roeterseiland campus offers a quantitative Data Science and Business Analytics master's through Economics and Business. The Data Science track focuses on statistical modelling, econometrics and machine-learning methods for business questions.

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  1. MSc Data Science and Business Analytics, Data Science track — Roeterseiland campus; 60 ECTS, one year
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  • An academic bachelor's or master's in Business Analytics, Econometrics or a closely related field, with advanced probability/statistics, linear algebra and calculus.
  • The GRE General Test normally requires quantitative reasoning of at least 155, preferably 158; specified GMAT alternatives and limited institutional exemptions apply.
  • Selection considers the overall academic file.

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Language requirements

  • IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, speaking/writing at least 6.5 and listening/reading at least 6.0, or an approved equivalent.
  • For September 2027, tests normally must date from 1 September 2025 onward.
  • Take the test before the application deadline; online/retake formats have restrictions.

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Study intakes

  • September 2027; one academic year, with no February start listed.

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Application deadlines

  • For non-EU/EEA applicants with an international degree, scholarship applications are due on 15 January 2027.
  • Applicants requiring a visa or UvA housing must submit their complete master's application by 1 April 2027.
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International tuition

  • The 2027/28 non-EEA institutional master's fee for the Amsterdam School of Economics is €24,500 for the academic year, covering this standard one-year programme's tuition.
  • It is not the separate Business Data Science research-master tariff.
  • Housing, insurance, living expenses, books and other applicable charges are additional; the final classification and invoice govern payment.

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Scholarships & funding

  • Outstanding non-EU applicants can seek the Amsterdam Merit Scholarship or, where financial-need conditions apply, the Economics and Business Talent Fund.
  • The 2027 application priority is 15 January.
  • Amounts are set annually and published later in autumn; older full-tuition-plus-allowance figures should not be treated as a confirmed 2027 award.

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What can international students study at University of Amsterdam?

Selected programme options include MSc Data Science and Business Analytics, Data Science track — Roeterseiland campus; 60 ECTS, one year. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for University of Amsterdam?

An academic bachelor's or master's in Business Analytics, Econometrics or a closely related field, with advanced probability/statistics, linear algebra and calculus. The GRE General Test normally requires quantitative reasoning of at least 155, preferably 158; specified GMAT alternatives and limited institutional exemptions apply. Selection considers the overall academic file. IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, speaking/writing at least 6.5 and listening/reading at least 6.0, or an approved equivalent. For September 2027, tests normally must date from 1 September 2025 onward. Take the test before the application deadline; online/retake formats have restrictions.

How much are international tuition fees at University of Amsterdam?

The 2027/28 non-EEA institutional master's fee for the Amsterdam School of Economics is €24,500 for the academic year, covering this standard one-year programme's tuition. It is not the separate Business Data Science research-master tariff. Housing, insurance, living expenses, books and other applicable charges are additional; the final classification and invoice govern payment. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for University of Amsterdam?

For non-EU/EEA applicants with an international degree, scholarship applications are due on 15 January 2027. Applicants requiring a visa or UvA housing must submit their complete master's application by 1 April 2027. Studielink registration is only the first step; follow the personalised checklist for the full application. September 2027; one academic year, with no February start listed. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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