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Tuition · Intl
↗€24,900
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2020
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗58
DUO ↑222% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗25:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
2 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.9/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗96%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€3,351
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 27 Jun 2026
About this program
How can mathematics explain why some cars face more air resistance than others? How can the frequency of an electric power grid be maintained despite external disturbances? How do diseases spread in a population? If you are interested in using mathematical tools to analyse and design dynamic and large scale systems that are essential to modern technology, this Master's degree programme is for you.
✔ Build strong technical skills through real-life applications
✔ Study in an international and collaborative environment
✔Develop research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
This two-year Master's at the University of Groningen focuses on applying mathematical models to solve complex problems in engineering, science, and technology. The programme blends theory with practical work and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration. You'll join a research group, work on projects, and may complete internships. The international setting prepares you for careers in research, industry, or further study.
Specialize within
What to expect from the Master's programme in Applied Mathematics
* Systems and Optimization
* Computational Mathematics
* Statistics and Data Science
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Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: Engineering & TechnologySector: Exact en InformaticaCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
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.
View city guide →Specializations
Tracks from HOVI
Computational MathematicsSpecialisation
This specialization emphasizes modelling, analysis and the simulation of fluid flow problems. Courses offered in this specialization cover subjects like Computational Fluid Dynamic…
Systems and OptimizationSpecialisation
This specialization deals with mathematical systems theory, control theory and optimization.
Courses offered in this specialization cover subjects like Robust Control, Calculus of…
Statistics and Data ScienceSpecialisation
This specialization deals with all statistical and Machine Learning techniques that are required for analysing modern data sets.
Courses offered in this specialization cover subje…
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: wiskunde
Median starting salary (field)€3,351/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating96%
Months to a substantial job5
Working in their own field86%
Permanent contract48%
Satisfied with their job4.1/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Professoren en andere onderwijsgevenden in het hoger onderwijs23%
Softwareontwikkelaars18%
Wiskundigen, actuarissen en statistici10%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Say workload is “just right”22%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.9/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 9 respondents
Content & set-up3.9
Teachers4
Involvement & contact3.9
Study guidance3.8
Testing & assessment3.7
Facilities4
Career preparation3.6
Teachers' English4.7
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS: 6.5
- TOEFL iBT: 90
Scholarships
Internships
?No data yet
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