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    Data Science and Society

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    Tilburg, NLMScIn-person1 year
    €18,900.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    57%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    156
    Cohort
    students
    60
    Credits

    Data Science and Society at Tilburg University is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Tilburg, NL. Tuition is €18,900.

    About the program

    One-year multidisciplinary program teaching data science methodologies including programming in Python, R, SQL, machine learning, and statistics applied to domain-specific knowledge in one of four tracks: Business, Governance, Media, or Health. Includes core courses, research skills modules, electives, and a Master's thesis integrating data science in real-life situations.

    Focus: both
    #1 in the Netherlands Elsevier Best Studies, 2023

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min minimum total score of 90 for (TOEFL iBT: Computer based and Paper Edition) at a test center
    IELTS
    required
    Min minimum overall band score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 6.0 on all individual parts of the test

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year / Zoekjaar visa (Netherlands)

    €36,174.00
    Avg starting salary
    €12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Data Science and Society at Tilburg University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Data Science and Society at Tilburg University is €18,900 across 60 required credits.
    Is Data Science and Society at Tilburg University online or in-person?
    Data Science and Society at Tilburg University is offered in-person.
    How long does Data Science and Society at Tilburg University take to complete?
    Data Science and Society at Tilburg University is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    How competitive is Data Science and Society at Tilburg University?
    Data Science and Society at Tilburg University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 57%.
    How large is the Data Science and Society at Tilburg University cohort?
    Data Science and Society at Tilburg University typically enrolls around 156 students per cohort.