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Overview
Information Sciences MSc programme offered at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam trains you to become an outstanding researcher and/or professional. You’ll master skills for independent problem solving when it comes to the design, application and real-life use of complex information systems in modern organisations. You’ll benefit from a unique combination of strong IT competencies, knowledge of the sustainability implications of digital solutions in wider society, and critical reflection skills. The programme also offers a well-tuned balance between scientific rigour and practical relevance.
Career opportunities
You’ll be not only an all-round ICT professional but also a specialist in responsible, sustainable and socially aware software and data systems that are essential in today’s society.
You’ll have independent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills that you can put to work in designing and applying complex IT systems in modern businesses. You’ll also be well versed in putting scientific research into practice – making you an asset to any business.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Digitalization and Sustainability
- Knowledge Organization
- Software Architecture
- The Social Web
- Research Methodology and Thesis Design
- Portfolio Digital Transition and Sustainability
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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More details
The next VU Online Master's Event will take place on Saturday 5 March.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 92
Credits
60 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Informatics & Information Sciences Computer Sciences Web Technologies & Cloud Computing View 68 other Masters in Computer Sciences in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 92
Other requirements
General requirements
- In order to gain admission to the Information Sciences Master’s programme, you will need to have at least a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited research university including at least three full years of academic study amounting to a minimum of 180 ECTS or equivalent. We do not require a GRE or GMAT test score.
Tuition Fee
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International
16730 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16730 EUR for the full programme during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
2209 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2209 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.
Living costs for Amsterdam
1000 - 1500 EUR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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