
Econometrics, Operations Research and Actuarial Studies
Master

Study in Groningen actuarial science, data science, econometrics and operations research. Use real-life data and advanced data science models to make sound decisions in business and society.
How much influence will taxation prices have on car usage? What econometric models can assist in predicting future resource demands and optimizing resource allocation for sustainable use? What is the minimal route length to deliver parcels on time? In the MSc Econometrics, Operations Research and Actuarial Studies (EORAS), you can combine your interests in mathematics, economics, statistics, and data science and develop strong analytical skills as well as a passion for solving complex problems. The programme in Groningen has an international and interdisciplinary approach, is small-scale and allows you to build on a future career that matches your goals and aspirations.You will learn to apply mathematical and statistical models to address challenges in business, economics, finance, insurance, and related fields. As an example, one of the projects focuses on optimizing the waste collection system in Groningen municipality. Students obtain data from the municipality (data science) to analyze the stochastic deposit process (econometrics), estimate overflow probabilities (actuarial sciences), and compute efficient truck routes (operations research). This is just one of the many projects
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Title
Master of Science
Duration
1 year
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.
Accreditation
Tuition fee 2025/2026
EU/EEA
The EU/EEA rate is the regular fee for students from within the EU/EEA.
€ 2,601
Non-EU/EEA
The non-EU/EEA rate is the rate for students from outside the EU/EEA.
€ 21,400
Institutional
The institutional rate is for all students who have already obtained a bachelor’s or master’s degree and who want to start a second programme leading to a degree at the same level or at a lower level.
€ 20,500
Admission
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Application requirements
To be eligible for admission to this Master, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in the field of Econometrics and Operations Research. To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies. For more information, please visit: https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc.
Check when you can start and what you have to pay!
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€ 2,601 | |
€ 21,400 | |
€ 20,500 |
Start date | App. deadline EU/EEA | App. deadline Non-EU/EEA |
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1 Feb '25 | 15 Oct '24 | 15 Oct '24 |
1 Sep '25 | 1 May '25 | 1 May '25 |
1 Feb '26 | 15 Oct '25 | 15 Oct '25 |
1 Sep '26 | 1 May '26 | 1 May '26 |
1 Feb '27 | 15 Oct '26 | 15 Oct '26 |
1 Sep '27 | 1 May '27 | 1 May '27 |
Contact
Main addressOude Boteringestraat 44
9712 GL Groningen
050 363 9011