Program Overview
The Accounting and Control at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT 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 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 Accounting and Control 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Accounting and Control 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
- Accountancy
- Controlling
- Honours Programme in Business Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
There are strict admission criteria. These are set by the Admissions Board, which also decides on individual applications. The requirements are split up into Master specific requirements and general requirements. Please read them both carefully.
VU Amsterdam requires all applicants to take an English test and to submit their score as a part of the application. In order for you to be admitted unconditionally you must send us a certificate from a recognised authority concerning your proficiency in English including the writing/composition test (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge International Examinations CAE: A/B or CPE: A/B/C). Check the specific Language Requirements.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (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- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months