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Bachelor

Information Science

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Tuition · Intl
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€14,000
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
3 years
180 ECTS
Start
Sep 27
apply by May 27
Language
English
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2026
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
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15
DUO ↓25% ↗
Intl. %
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no data yet
S:F ratio
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25:1
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Min. English
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not specified
Entry route
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Any VWO
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Satisfaction
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3.7/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
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Median salary
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Alumni
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↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 13 Oct 2026
About this program
How can we automatically analyze and understand large amounts of data? How can we develop new information technology in such a way that human needs are central? Are AI models like ChatGPT really as smart as they appear to be, and how can we improve them? The availability of digital data and the rise of AI have drastically changed the world. In the BSc Information Science programme, you'll learn practical skills to use data and AI applications effectively and responsibly, so you can stay ahead in the digital society of the future. These days, everything revolves around data, or information. The Information Science programme, which is situated at the intersection of computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, and language technology, trains you to automatically process, edit, and analyze these enormous amounts of data in a systematic and responsible way. Throughout the programme, you will: Information Science at the University of Groningen: Applied AI, Data Science & Language Technology * Develop and critically evaluate software * Consider the needs of people and society when working with data and technology * Apply your knowledge to real-world information and data challenges * Prepare for a future as a versatile data specialist * Become an expert on machine learning and large language models * Learn from an enthusiastic team of international researchers
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English180 ECTSBachelor of ScienceField area: Natural SciencesSector: Exact en InformaticaCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeBachelor
Teaching formats
Computer assignmentsGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentationPracticalProject
About University of Groningen
Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen is the second oldest university in the Netherlands with over 33,000 students. Known for its vibrant student city atmosphere (1 in 4 residents is a student), excellent research output, and 4 Nobel Prize laureates including Ben Feringa (Chemistry 2016).
Living in Groningen
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€450/mo
Monthly total
€800–€1,400
Cost of living
Medium
Population
234k

Young, vibrant, and welcoming. Groningen has a laid-back northern Dutch charm combined with the energy of a true student city. The compact city center is easy to navigate by bike, and the local community is known for being friendly and open to international students.

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Specializations
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
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Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Where bachelor graduates continue
Information Science24%
Information Studies23%
Communicatie- & Informatiewetenschappen14%
Applied Data Science9%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Continue to year 272%
Complete this degree48%
Continue studying after graduating68%
Women among first-years43%
Say workload is “just right”55%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.7/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 29 respondents
Content & set-up3.5
Teachers3.7
Atmosphere4
Involvement & contact3.7
Study guidance4.2
Testing & assessment3.7
Facilities4
Career preparation2.8
Teachers' English3.9
Would choose again3.6
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2027-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2027-05-01
Application deadline
2028-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2028-05-01
Upcoming open days
Open day
30 Oct 2026
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Open dayonline
7 Dec 2026
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Open day
29 Jan 2027
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Trial study day
8 Mar 2027
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Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
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