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    Research and Education

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    Groningen, NLMScIn-person2 years
    €49,980.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Research and Education at University of Groningen is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Groningen, NL. Tuition is €49,980.

    About the program

    Two-year programs offered by Groningen Graduate Schools, geared towards research careers in academia or industry, including preparation for PhD with option to develop PhD proposal.

    Focus: research
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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores (our GMAT code is 7207). Students with a relevant diploma from a Dutch university do not need to submit a GMAT or GRE score. GRE converted to equivalent GMAT: GMAT 500: GRE Verbal and Quantitative Reasoning section – above the 25th percentile; GMAT 600: GRE Verbal Reasoning – above the 53th percentile; and Quantitative Reasoning section – above the 51th percentile.
    GMAT
    optional
    Min GMAT or GRE scores (our GMAT code is 7207). Students with a relevant diploma from a Dutch university do not need to submit a GMAT or GRE score.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL score of at least 580 (paper-based), 237 (computer-based) or 90 (internet-based). Our TOEFL code is 9077.
    IELTS
    required
    Min score of at least 6.5 (overall band), at least 6.5 (writing) and at least 6 (speaking)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa (Netherlands)

    €11,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Research and Education at University of Groningen cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Research and Education at University of Groningen is €49,980 across 120 required credits.
    Is Research and Education at University of Groningen online or in-person?
    Research and Education at University of Groningen is offered in-person.
    How long does Research and Education at University of Groningen take to complete?
    Research and Education at University of Groningen is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Research and Education at University of Groningen?
    Per the program's published guidance: average grade of 7.5 or higher (on a 10-point scale)
    What work-permit options follow Research and Education at University of Groningen?
    Post-completion work rights for Research and Education at University of Groningen: 1 year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa (Netherlands)