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Econometrics and Operations Research (Actuarial Sciences Concentration)

Maastricht University
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Tuition EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Deadline May, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Maastricht, Netherlands
Language English

Program Overview

The Econometrics and Operations Research (Actuarial Sciences Concentration) at Maastricht University is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 12 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 mathematics & statistics. 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 Econometrics and Operations Research (Actuarial Sciences Concentration) 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Maastricht, Netherlands

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Econometrics and Operations Research (Actuarial Sciences Concentration) programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:

  1. Actuary
  2. Quantitative Analyst
  3. Data Analyst
  4. Risk Manager
  5. Financial Modeller
  6. Statistical Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Stochastic Processes
  2. Game Theory and Optimisation
  3. Time Series Methods and Dynamic Econometrics
  4. Econometric Methods for Cross-sectional and Panel Data
  5. Empirical Analysis of Financial Markets

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The admission requirements for the master’s programme Econometrics and Operations Researchdepend on your prior qualifications. Your motivation plays an important role in the admission decision. Other considerations are your prior education and grade point average.

All candidates should meet the general requirements:

  1. submit your curriculum vitae,
  2. write a letter of motivation,
  3. demonstrate proficiency in English.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Maastricht 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 Maastricht University

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Maastricht University

Maastricht, Netherlands

Maastricht University(abbreviated asUM;Dutch:Universiteit Maastricht) is apublicresearch universityinMaastricht, Netherlands. Founded in 1976, it is the second youngest of the fourteenDutch universities.

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  • Application Deadline May, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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