Bachelor in Econometrics and Operations Research
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Program description
Bachelor in Econometrics and Operations Research
Mathematics, statistics, economics and computer science is a single program!
Do you have an analytical mind? Do you find it an exciting challenge to translate the abstraction of mathematics and statistics into solutions for real problems? Do you have a practical nature and would you like to put it to use to solve the big issues in society? If so, the bachelor's program in Econometrics and Operations Research could be right for you. The program involves solving problems using insights from:
- mathematics
- statistics
- economics
- computer science
During the program, you will gain in-depth theoretical knowledge of econometrics and operations research as well as develop practical skills. You will learn to quantitatively formulate and analyze questions from economic practice by developing models that can be used to interpret data, particularly ‘big data’. You will also learn to develop software to find the most efficient solution to the problem at hand. For instance, you might develop a model that can:
- determine the effects of an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank on employment
- portray the risk scenarios of an investment strategy
- create the optimal schedule for the Dutch railways
- find optimal routes to navigate (roads or) other types of networks
The program in a nutshell
The bachelor's in Econometrics and Operations Research is a three-year program. The courses are taught by experts in each field. You will follow the mathematics courses in relatively small groups and some of the economics courses in larger groups of economics students. The workshops will be held with relatively small groups of students, so you will have room for direct discussions with the instructors.
Admission requirements
Candidates with a non-Dutch pre-university school diploma:
- A diploma equivalent to a Dutch VWO diploma
- Proof of sufficient proficiency in Mathematics B
- Proof of sufficient proficiency in English
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Learn moreTuition fees
- EU-EER students fee: € 2,168
- NON-EU students fee: € 8,870
Qualification
On completion of this program, students will receive a Bachelor in Econometrics and Operations Research.
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Welcome to Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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Why study at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
With more than 24,000 students, of which 4,088 are international, VU Amsterdam conducts cutting-edge research into problems of societal and scientific importance.
They distinguish themselves in research and education through four interdisciplinary themes:
- Human Health and Life Sciences
- Science for Sustainability
- Connected World
- Governance for Society
As a student this will help you to look beyond the boundaries of scientific disciplines, and to seek for tangible solutions for a better world.
In addition, VU Amsterdam regards diversity, whether in culture, conviction, nationality or prior education, as source of innovation and progress, and hence as special strength.
The Dutch higher education system has been ranked in the top 10 by Universitas 21. In the first Times Higher Education University Impact Ranking, VU Amsterdam is ranked 16th worldwide. In this ranking, universities are assessed based on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in order to measure the impact of the universities on society. In the Academic Ranking of World Universities 2018 (Shanghai Ranking) VU Amsterdam holds the 104th position. The international QS World University ranking 2021 places the Vrije Universiteit at number 236 in the world, which means the Vrije Universiteit belongs to the top 20% of the world.
At VU Amsterdam, the teaching style can be described as student-centred: they encourage students to develop their own opinions through independent and creative thinking. This means that teaching is mainly conducted in small tutorials, where interactivity is the norm rather than the exception. At every opportunity, students are encouraged to engage in constructive dialogue with their professors.
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