Program Overview
The Geographical Information Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 36 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 computer science & it. 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 Geographical Information Science 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: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geographical Information Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- GIS. If you want to take a broad, balanced programme of study, this is the path for you. You will hoose from a wide range of optional subjects to design your own programme.
- GIScience. This specialization will suit you if you are aiming to build a career in the technical and scientific realm of GIS. It will provide you with extensive experience of using software and developing applications.
- GIS and Management. If you are a manager with responsibility for GI projects or a student aiming for a career in GI management, this specialization is designed with you in mind.
- GIS and the Environment. If you wish to specialize in the environmental applications of GI systems, this is the route for you.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Students need to have obtained an academic bachelor level through previous education, including a GIS-component, in order to enter the course.
The UNIGIS Master\xc2\x92s in Geographical Information Science is taught and assessed in English, so it is essential that you possess the necessary language skills.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam 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 Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a public research university in Amsterdam, Netherlands, founded in 1880. The VU Amsterdam is one of two large, publicly funded research universities in the...
University Profile- Start Date november 2026
- Language English
- Duration 36 months