Overview

Technology has become ubiquitous in our global, connected society. Globally distributed information processing services have taken centre stage, with the internet connecting a variety of information processing devices, ranging from embedded sensors to data centres operated by world-leading companies.

In the Computer Science (Joint Degree UvA-VU) - Big Data Engineering course at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, you’ll study the technology that allows you to design and operate solutions for processing, analysing and managing large quantities of data. This specialisation is part of the joint Master’s in Computer Science, in which renowned researchers from both VU and UvA contribute their varied expertise in one of the strongest Computer Science programmes available in Europe.

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Almost all our graduates embark on careers in areas like consultancy, software, other private-sector businesses or government bodies. Computer scientists are in high demand for a variety of roles, including software-, web- or systems engineer, data warehouse consultant, user interface designer, systems manager, IT project manager, IT consultant, information analyst and policy advisor.

Many alumni now work at companies in the Netherlands or abroad, ranging from small, focused enterprises to the global technology leaders. Others have formed their own startup companies.

Open Days

Join the Online Master’s Event on Thursday, 26 November, or the International Master’s Webinar on Tuesday, 6 October, to learn more about the programme and studying at VU Amsterdam.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Big Data Engineering

Computer Systems and Infrastructure

Software Engineering and Green IT

Computer Security

Mathematics

Societal Perspectives of Computer Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology Computer Sciences Data Science & Big Data View 38 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Your previous education needs to be deemed equivalent to at least a Dutch academic Bachelor’s degree obtained at a research university (nominal duration 3 years).

Programme specific requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely related Bachelor’s degree and

A minimum of 120 ECTS in Computer Science subjects, with a minimum of 90 ECTS in the following key subjects:

Mathematics, for example: Linear Algebra, Discrete Mathematics, Statistics

Foundations of Computer Science, for example: Algorithms, Logic, Automata, Graph Theory

Software Development, for example: Programming, Software Testing, Concepts of Programming Languages, Software Engineering Methods, Software Development Projects

Computer Systems, for example: Operating Systems, Computer Networks, Computer Organization, Compilers

Data and Information Systems, for example: Databases, Web Technology, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

24970 EUR / year

≈ 24970 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2771 EUR / year

≈ 2771 EUR / year

Living costs

Amsterdam

Netherlands

1000 - 1500 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Amsterdam

Funding

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