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BSc Computer Science

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (Faculty of Science) · Amsterdam, Netherlands

100% taught in EnglishApply via Studielink, not the CAOOpen entryMaths requirementStudy Choice Check
Duration3 years
StartsSept 2027
EntryOpen entry
Deadline (EU)1 May 2027
EU fee 2027/28€2,771 / yr

About the course

A hands-on computer science degree covering programming, algorithms, computer systems, networks and AI.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • Leaving Certificate (Established) with at least 6 subjects: 2 at H5 or above and 4 at O6/H7 or above, and at least 350 CAO points.
  • Strong maths needed (VU asks for maths at a high level, e.g. IB Maths HL). VU checks your Leaving Cert Maths; Higher Level Maths is strongly advised.

How to apply

  1. Apply on Studielink by 1 May 2027Then upload your documents and pay the €100 application fee (non-Dutch diplomas).
  2. Diploma and maths checkVU’s International Office confirms your diploma and maths level.
  3. VU Study Choice CheckA short questionnaire to check the course suits you.
  4. Receive your admission decisionApply early if you need VU housing.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 1 May 2027 (Dutch and EU students).

Costs

  • Standard Dutch EU fee: €2,694 (2026/27). The 2027/28 fee is set by the Dutch government each year (expected to be close to €2,800). Budget about €200 a year for books, plus a laptop.
  • EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).
Open-entry course: if you meet the requirements, you get a place.

At a glance

CountryNetherlands
CityAmsterdam
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
PlacesNo cap
EntryOpen entry
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Checked against the official VU Amsterdam website: September 2026 (2027 entry). Always confirm details with the university before applying.