Program Overview
The Statistical Science for the Life and Behavioural Sciences at Leiden University is a MSc programme in Psychology over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Statistical Science for the Life and Behavioural Sciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 16,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Statistical Science for the Life and Behavioural Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Data Science: Statistical Science
- Statistical Science (specialisation)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Students with a wide range of bachelor degrees may apply for admission, but the bachelor\xc2\x92s degree must include at least one introductory course and a more advanced course in statistics or probability.\xc2\xa0
- Students holding a BSc degree in Mathematics or a BSc major in Mathematics, obtained at a Dutch university will directly be admitted to the programme.
- For all other candidates, an Admission Committee will judge the equivalence of their previous training to this Bachelor of Science degree. The choice in optional courses in the Master of Science programme may be limited by the need to adapt the programme to the actual knowledge of the candidate.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 16,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 16,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Leiden University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Leiden University
Leiden University
Leiden, Netherlands
Leiden University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months