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    Radboud University Nijmegen

    Data Science

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    Nijmegen, NLMScIn-person2 years
    €39,428.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    53%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    50
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits
    €75.00
    App fee

    Data Science at Radboud University Nijmegen is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Nijmegen, NL. Tuition is €39,428.

    About the program

    The program covers machine learning, information retrieval, probabilistic modeling, and application areas such as natural language processing, medical pattern recognition, neuroimaging, business rules, and bioinformatics. Students learn to turn data into knowledge using computers and develop their own tools.

    Focus: research
    QS: 279

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT overall score ≥90 and all subscores ≥20 or overall score ≥90 and subscores Reading and Speaking ≥4, Listening and Writing ≥4.5 (Computing Science specialisations including Data Science)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic overall score ≥6.5 and all sub-scores ≥6.0 (Computing Science specialisations including Data Science)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year / Zoekjaar visa (Netherlands)

    €52,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    €28,600.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Data Science at Radboud University Nijmegen cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Data Science at Radboud University Nijmegen is €39,428 across 120 required credits.
    Is Data Science at Radboud University Nijmegen online or in-person?
    Data Science at Radboud University Nijmegen is offered in-person.
    How long does Data Science at Radboud University Nijmegen take to complete?
    Data Science at Radboud University Nijmegen is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Data Science at Radboud University Nijmegen?
    Per the program's published guidance: 7.5 / 10
    How competitive is Data Science at Radboud University Nijmegen?
    Data Science at Radboud University Nijmegen reports an acceptance rate of approximately 53%.