Master
Information Sciences
★ StudyPath verdict
7.3/10
Best for students seeking a research-oriented Master in information systems, data analytics and digital innovation at a reputable Amsterdam university; strong theoretical foundation but limited public detail on specific industry placement r
Tuition · Intl
↗€17,600
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
1 year
60 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2024
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗102
DUO ↓36% ↗
Intl. %
↗10%
of students ↗
S:F ratio
↗25:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
5 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.9/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗93%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€3,678
/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: 25 Jun 2026
About this program
Lead the way in digitalisation for a smart, sustainable society
In what ways can a company capitalize on green ICT for profit? How might a company's data system contribute to fostering a sustainable society? Armed with insights into these questions, you will be able to provide guidance to companies, organizations, and society at large in the realm of green digital solutions. During the Master's in Information Sciences, you will evolve into a digital designer with a holistic perspective, looking beyond the technical aspects of ICT solutions. A key component in the programme is the cultivation of responsible and sustainable software and data systems.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English60 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: Natural SciencesSector: Exact en InformaticaCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Computer assignmentsGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentInternshipLectureLiterature studyPractical
About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) is a public research university founded in 1880. Known for its international outlook and innovative research, VU has over 30,000 students and offers programs across humanities, sciences, and social sciences.
Living in Amsterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€700/mo
Monthly total
€1,000–€2,000
Cost of living
High
Population
873k
Bustling, international, and culturally rich. Amsterdam balances historic charm with modern innovation. The city is bike-friendly, walkable, and offers endless opportunities for exploration and networking.
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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: informatietechnologie algemeen
Median starting salary (field)€3,678/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating93%
Months to a substantial job3
Working in their own field82%
Permanent contract64%
Satisfied with their job4/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Softwareontwikkelaars35%
Systeemanalisten14%
Wiskundigen, actuarissen en statistici9%
Professoren en andere onderwijsgevenden in het hoger onderwijs9%
Ontwerpers en beheerders van databanken6%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree79%
Women among first-years40%
International students10%
Say workload is “just right”69%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.9/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 16 respondents
Content & set-up3.8
Teachers4
Atmosphere4.1
Involvement & contact3.9
Study guidance3.8
Testing & assessment3.8
Facilities3.9
Career preparation3.3
Teachers' English4.5
Would choose again3.9
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- TOEFL paper based: 580
- TOEFL computer based: 237
- TOEFL internet based: 92
Scholarships
Internships
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