Programs/Master/Mathematics, natural sciences and computer science
Master

Business Information Technology

★ StudyPath verdict
7.5/10
Best for students seeking to bridge IT and business strategy at a technical university with strong innovation focus; solid 2-year MSc but limited specific outcome data published.
Tuition · Intl
€21,700
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Jul 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2024
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
282
DUO ↑24% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
14:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
Bachelor
10 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
4.2/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
97%
field est. ↗
Median salary
€3,571
/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: 24 Jun 2026
About this program
Information technologies continue to drastically change the way we live and work. Businesses today cannot function without them, and numerous complex business challenges find their solutions in IT. This Master’s enables you to help businesses become smarter, resilient and more sustainable, using innovative IT-based solutions. It will give you insights into complex business processes and organisations, as well as in-depth knowledge of modern information systems and their underlying technologies. You will build your expertise within one of the three specialisations. Whichever direction you choose, you will surely be in high demand in the job market. You could pursue a career as, for example, a data analyst, IT consultant, enterprise architect, data scientist, or IT security manager at software companies, financial institutions, consultancy agencies, commercial businesses, or healthcare institutions, to name some options.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: Engineering & TechnologySector: Exact en InformaticaCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Case studyField tripGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentation
About University of Twente
Founded in 1961, the University of Twente is the only campus university in the Netherlands, offering an American-style campus experience. Known as the "entrepreneurial university" with over 1,000 spinoff companies, it specializes in technology and engineering with a strong focus on innovation and societal impact.
Living in Enschede
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€400/mo
Monthly total
€700–€1,250
Cost of living
Low
Population
160k

Relaxed, green, and community-oriented. Enschede offers a slower pace of life than western cities, with easy access to nature and a strong sense of community. The German border proximity adds an international element.

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Specializations
Tracks from HOVI
Enterprise Architecture & IT ManagementSpecialisation
What does it take to align (new) information systems with complex business processes? This specialisation focuses on the overall management and design of business and IT solutions
Data Science and BusinessSpecialisation
Big data has conquered an indelible place in today’s business world, providing valuable business insights. This specialisation turns you into an expert in data-driven decision maki
Enterprise Security ManagementSpecialisation
With rising cyber threats, the demand for IT security professionals is growing. This specialisation will turn you into an expert in analysing cyber risks and navigating security re
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: bedrijfsinformatica
Median starting salary (field)€3,571/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating97%
Months to a substantial job3
Working in their own field79%
Permanent contract70%
Satisfied with their job4.1/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Bedrijfs- en organisatieanalisten21%
Ontwerpers en beheerders van databanken15%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree71%
Women among first-years12%
Say workload is “just right”88%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4.2/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 25 respondents
Content & set-up4.1
Teachers4
Atmosphere4.2
Involvement & contact4.1
Study guidance3.9
Testing & assessment3.8
Facilities4.3
Career preparation4.1
Teachers' English4.5
Would choose again4.2
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-07-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-05-01
Application deadline
2026-12-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-10-01
Application deadline
2027-07-01
Upcoming open days
Open dayonline
18 Nov 2026
Open day
19 Nov 2026
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
  • IELTS overall band: 6.5
  • TOEFL internet based: 90
  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C1
Scholarships
Anandamahidol
John Monash Scholarships
Professor De Winter Scholarship
UAF: Foundation for Refugee Students
University of Twente Scholarship (UTS)
Internships
?No data yet
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