Overview

Tinbergen Institute (TI) is the graduate school and research institute in economics and business, jointly operated by the faculties of economics of Erasmus University Rotterdam, the University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.

Career Prospects

Stepping Stone for an Academic Career

The Tinbergen Institute Research Master in Economics - Finance programme at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is the entry point for PhD research and training at one of the partner universities. A minority of the students continues their career in research positions elsewhere (consultancy, policy advice).

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

Curriculum:

In the first year, students receive rigorous training in the core subjects and tools of economics, econometrics and finance.

In the second year, students specialize in their choice of the institute’s many research areas through field coursework and research master's thesis research.

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

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Economics Finance View 108 other Masters in Economics in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

No more than 30 students are admitted to the programme each year.

Admission is determined by a selection committee consisting of research fellows of the participating faculties.

Criteria for admission are: a Bachelor’s degree (completed prior to starting the master programme); strong quantitative skills; an excellent command of English and a strong motivation to pursue an academic career.

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

21200 EUR / year

≈ 21200 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.

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Overview

Career Prospects

Open Days

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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Scholarships Information

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