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Tilburg University
5 Your Master at Tilburg University
6 MSc Communication and Information
Sciences
8 MSc Data Science and Entrepreneurship
11 MSc Business Analytics and Operations
Research
13 MSc Public Governance
15 Financial Matters (including fees and
scholarships)
17 Application and admission
Tilburg University innovates by studying, learning, and understanding.
That is why our motto is Understanding Society. Our focus is on relevant
and complex societal issues, like increasing societal resilience, improving
care and well-being and creating value from data. To find new insights and
14,291 students answers that add value to society, our university often chooses a
multidisciplinary approach, connecting different academic disciplines and
2,070 international
students from 100+
bringing together people from science, business, government, and
nationalities society. At Tilburg University, we want to inspire you to reach your full
potential and, in doing so, have a positive impact on the world around
272 PhD students (46% you. Our university specializes in the social sciences and offers a wide
international students)
range of English-taught Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Research Master’s
1,586 FTE staff
programs in the areas of Data Science, Economics, Business and
Management, Humanities, Digital Sciences, Law, Social Sciences, and
30% international Theology.
students in our English-
taught programs
"Studying at Tilburg University means experiencing education at a world-class university on a lively campus, in
the vibrant city of Tilburg. Our university occupies high positions in international rankings and is renowned for
its research on people and society. Studying at Tilburg University also means ‘understanding society’:
Get high-quality education at an outstanding university. We have been chosen as Best General University
in the Netherlands for Master's programs (Keuzegids Masters). We also regularly take a leading position in
international rankings.
Study at a beautiful green campus with state-of-the-art study facilities, different restaurants and bars, and
an excellent sports center
Be inspired by leading researchers and excellent teachers who bring out the best in you and teach you
how to tackle problems and face challenges
Be part of a global community with students from over 100 countries
Become a critical thinker who dares to act and actively contributes to society
Develop a strong, clearly identifiable professional profile for the job market and gain a head-start in your
career.
Duration
One year
In this program, you learn about how people acquire and transfer
Language information and how new means of communication can be used creatively
English and innovatively in the 21st century. The broad concept of communication
is examined from many perspectives. This program covers state-of-the-art
Degree awarded research methods and trains students to use these in order to analyze
Master of Science
complex questions in this area and provide different pragmatic solutions
Start for each exceptional situation. The program offers five unique
End of August and end of specializations:
January
After completing your MSc program in Communication and Information Sciences, a broad range of career
paths in business, research, and education will be open to you. You will be able to analyze and consult on
internal and external communications. With a Master's degree, you can also start your career as an academic
researcher in this field. Other occupations such as communication advisor, social media manager, etc., are
some of the tremendous opportunities in your career path.
Data Mining
Strategy & Business Models
Creative Thinking
Data Integration & Achritecture
Business Analytics
Law, Ethics and Entrepreneurship
Super Crunchers
Corporate Entrepreneurship
After you have successfully completed the Data Science and Entrepreneurship program, you will receive the
joint degree of Master of Science in Data Science and Entrepreneurship of Tilburg University and Eindhoven
University of Technology.
We have devised a multi-faceted admission approach to cater for the specific backgrounds and qualifications
of BSc students.
Direct admission
Indirect admission
Pre-Master's program
Direct admission
The following BSc programs meet the BSc-level admission requirements and can be directly admitted to the
Joint Master's Program of Data Science and Entrepreneurship:
Applied Mathematics
Applied Computer Science
Computer Science
Data Science
Econometrics
Indirect admission
Students with a BSc in one of the following disciplines may be eligible to directly enroll into the Joint Master's
program of Data Science and Entrepreneurship:
Industrial Engineering
Artificial intelligence
Business Informatics
Business & IT
Information Science
Lifestyle Informatics
Software Engineering
Software Science
Innovation Sciences
Web Science
Business Information Management
Admission may depend, for example, on the electives chosen in the respective programs. Both will be
checked by the Admission Committee.
Depending on the “match” with the entry requirements, students may be either directly admitted to the
Master's Program with compulsory electives or be admitted to the pre-Master's program.
A pre-Master's program is available for Bachelor of Science students at University level - typically
Beta and Gamma - who have an insufficient background (ECTS) in mathematics, statistics,
programming, and databases and whose deficiencies for the Master's program of Data Science and
Entrepreneurship can be resolved within the 30 ECTS of the pre-Masters program. The pre-Master is
a six-month program starting in February.
Language Do you like working with data and mathematics? Do you want to
English
specialize in solving the most complex decision problems, from supply
chain management to vehicle routing and from donor kidney allocation to
Degree awarded
Master of Science train scheduling? Then Business Analytics and Operations Research is
the right program for you.
Start
End of August
End of January
Application deadlines Tilburg University is ranked as The program consists of 60 credits (ECTS)
Fall intake: # 1 in the Netherlands and #10 in Europe in the
April 1 for non-EU/EEA, field of Economics & Econometrics 1. Choose 5 core courses 30 ECTS
July 1 for EU/EEA - QS World University Rankings.
Spring intake: You learn to apply existing techniques to solve
October 1 for non- industry problems but also to develop your own Optimization
EU/EEA, October 1 for technical solutions. Simulation
EU/EEA The emphasis is on relevant, real-world Decision Making with Business Analytics
learning: solving actual business problems Data Science Methods
and turning managerial ideas into concrete Supply Chain Analytics
Tuition fees
system specifications Professional Business Analytics Skills
EU / EEA citizens:
€ 2,060 p / yr
Non-EU / EEA citizens: 2. Choose 2 electives 12 ECTS
€ 14,500 p / yr 3. Master thesis 18 ECTS
Rankings The quantitative modelling expertise that you will Possible/suggested electives
#1 in the Netherlands in have gained will open up extensive career Through electives, you can acquire specialized
Economics & opportunities for you in the private sector, as well skills of business analytics methods and
Econometrics (QS) as in the public and non-profit sectors. techniques in a specific field of your interest, e.g.,
finance, marketing or economics, or you can
Average number of Your degree prepares you for a career as extend your technical skills in data science or
students per year Business Analytics or Operations Research optimization methods and techniques.
50 specialist, in a consultancy firm, a software
company, and many other companies. You can Asset Liability Management
also pursue a PhD. Valuation and Risk Management
Average nr. of months
Customer Analytics
until first paid job
Market assessment
1
The Master's in Business Analytics and Operations Business Analytics and Emerging Trends
Research is a renewed specialization of the Scheduling
Master's in Operations Research and Management Advanced Linear Programming
Science. Queueing Theory
Discrete Optimization
Core courses of MSc EME
The program Business Analytics and Operations Research is one of the programs with the best career
prospects. Business Analytics and Operations Research professionals are currently in very high demand,
and the demand is predicted to increase even further. Hence, your career perspectives are excellent!
Recent placements
The small
class size gives you more Position Company
quality time with
Supply Chain Consultant ORTEC
approachable and
supportive professors and Quantitative Analyst Rabobank
closer interaction with
your classmates Consultant Quintiq
You can join BAOR Mastermind. In a series of 5-7 sessions, speakers present their company and discuss
an interesting case or project. In this way you learn more about interesting Business Analytics and
Operations Research applications.
worldwide in Economics Some sessions are devoted, e.g., to discussing the new trends in the Business Analytics and Operations
and Business Research field, discussing tips and tricks on how to successfully apply Business Analytics and Operations
Global Universities Research in practice.
Ranking US News, 2016
BAOR Mastermind is the perfect opportunity to get in contact with companies and to explore the labor
market, which can be very useful for your future job!
All applicants must apply to the university through our online application system (MySAS) and register in
Studielink. To apply for a Master’s program you can follow these steps:
1. Choose your program - Make sure it suits your interests, skills and career goals
2. Check the program’s admission requirements and deadlines - You can check a complete overview of
the requirements and deadlines per program on our website www.tilburguniversity.edu/masters
3. Submit your application online - You can apply online through our online application system MySAS. You
will need to fill in information about yourself and your educational background and you will also be able to
upload all your supporting documents before submitting your application.
4. Register in Studielink - Studielink is the Dutch national registration system for higher education in the
Netherlands. It is available in Dutch, German and English. All prospective students need to register in this
system: www.studielink.nl
5. Admission’s Committee’s decision - Within 4-6 weeks after having received your complete application
package, you will receive the outcome of your application.
6. Accept your offer - If you are (conditionally) accepted, you will receive an offer letter. You can follow the
instructions in your offer letter to confirm your acceptance.
Find out more about Tilburg University and our
study programs by visiting our website,
speaking to a representative or visiting us on
campus!