
Econometrics and Operations Research
Bachelor

What is the most cost-efficient location for placing windmills in the Netherlands? If you enjoy solving a problem like this, Econometrics and Operations Research could be right for you.
The BSc Econometrics and Operations Research (EOR) in Groningen teaches you all about mathematical modelling. The combination of the four profiles makes this programme unique: econometrics, operations research, actuarial science and mathematical economics. If you like economics, mathematics and statistics, enjoy finding solutions to complex problems and have an interest in mathematical modelling and software-assisted computations, then this could be the programme for you. * Econometrics is about the statistical methods needed to estimate the relation between variables. How does the gas price influence travel behaviour? * Operations research focuses on optimal decision-making and finding approximate solutions to complex real-life problems. What is the most efficient route (time/distance) to deliver a number of packages?* Actuarial science is about modelling the risks faced by, for instance, insurance companies and pension funds. How are pensions related to people living longer?* Mathematical economics studies how economic actors (individuals, government, companies) interact with each other.The combination of these four profiles provides an extensive modelling toolkit for solving a wide range of
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Title
Bachelor of Science
Duration
3 years
ECTS credits
ECTS
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a student-centred system based on the student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme of study. Its aim is to facilitate the recognition of study periods undertaken by mobile students through the transfer of credits. The ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits are equivalent to the workload of full-time student during one academic year.
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Numerus Fixus
No Numerus Fixus
Without numerus fixus.
Tuition fee 2023/2024
EU/EEA
The EU/EEA rate is the regular fee for students from within the EU/EEA.
€ 2,314
Non-EU/EEA
The non-EU/EEA rate is the rate for students from outside the EU/EEA.
€ 11,200
Admission
Application requirements
To meet the general entry-level requirements, you will need an educational background equivalent to the Dutch pre-university education (VWO). For an overview of VWO-equivalent qualifications, please check https://www.rug.nl/vwo-equivalent-qualifications. If you have any questions concerning admission to the programme, please contact our Admissions Office: https://www.rug.nl/admissions.
Mathematics should have been passed as a higher level (advanced) subject in your secondary school education. Please note that the level of mathematics will need to be assessed by the Admissions Board.
IELTS Academic overall score 6 (Speaking 6, Writing 5.5); TOEFL internet-based overall score 80 (Speaking 20, Writing 20); Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (overall score 169, Speaking 169, Writing 162).
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Start date | App. deadline EU/EEA | App. deadline Non-EU/EEA |
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1 Sep '24 | 1 May '24 | 1 May '24 |
1 Sep '24 | 1 May '24 | 1 May '24 |
1 Sep '25 | 1 May '25 | 1 May '25 |
1 Sep '25 | 1 May '25 | 1 May '25 |
Contact
Main addressOude Boteringestraat 44
9712 GL Groningen
050 363 9011
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