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Master

Data Science in Business and Entrepreneurship (joint degree)

Tilburg UniversityTilburg, NLEnglish
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Tuition · Intl
€19,900
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 2022
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
186
DUO ↑210% ↗
Intl. %
30%
of students ↗
S:F ratio
26:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
Bachelor
4 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
4.0/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
97%
field est. ↗
Median salary
€3,571
/mo gross · field ↗
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: 1 Sept 2026
About this program
Learn to use data science to develop innovative activities for established corporations and promising startups by using real-life assignments from partner organizations. Become a data engineer, data scientist, data entrepreneur or data consultant, or prepare yourself for a career as a data-driven researcher. The Master Data Science in Business and Entrepreneurship combines the technological know-how of Eindhoven University of Technology with Tilburg University’s business, legal and societal insights. Benefit from the combination of Tilburg University’s business, legal and societal insights with the technological know-how of Eindhoven University of Technology: * Gain essential hands-on experience as the major part of the courses is set up in collaboration with businesses providing real-life data challenges. * Study and work as part of a close-knit and interactive community of students, researchers, and companies on Tilburg University's dedicated data science campus in 's-Hertogenbosch: Jheronimus Academy of Data Science (JADS). * Benefit from the support and encouragement of JADS Playground & MKB Datalab when starting your own (freelance, consulting, or data solution) business. * Graduate with a diploma awarded by both Tilburg University and Eindhoven University of Technology.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: Engineering & TechnologySector: TechniekCode of Conduct (intl.)Joint with Technische Universiteit EindhovenJoint with Tilburg UniversityFull-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Case studyComputer assignmentsDesign projectGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature study
About Tilburg University
Founded in 1927, Tilburg University is a specialized research university focused on social sciences, law, economics, and humanities. Ranked top 40 worldwide in economics and business, and known for producing leaders like former PM Ruud Lubbers. Offers a focused, quality education with strong industry connections.
Living in Tilburg
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€430/mo
Monthly total
€700–€1,300
Cost of living
Low
Population
224k

Down-to-earth, friendly, and practical. Tilburg lacks the historic charm of canal cities but offers a genuine, unpretentious Dutch experience. The city is focused on education and innovation, with a strong sense of community.

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Specializations
Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
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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 degree85%
Women among first-years26%
International students30%
Say workload is “just right”65%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 55 respondents
Content & set-up3.9
Teachers4
Atmosphere4.5
Involvement & contact4.2
Study guidance4.1
Testing & assessment3.8
Facilities4.2
Career preparation4.3
Teachers' English4.2
Would choose again4.1
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-07-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Application deadline
2026-12-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-10-01
Application deadline
2027-06-01
Upcoming open days
Open day
14 Nov 2026
Informatie- / Q&A-sessieonline
19 Jan 2027
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C2
  • IELTS overall band: 6.5
  • TOEFL internet based: 90
  • IELTS listening: 6
  • IELTS reading: 6
  • IELTS speaking: 6
  • IELTS writing: 6
Internships
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