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BSc Applied Mathematics

University of Groningen (Faculty of Science and Engineering) · Groningen, Netherlands

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

About the course

Teaches you to turn real-world problems, such as vehicle dynamics or biological processes, into mathematical models, combining theory with applications. Year 1 is shared with the Mathematics degree, so you can switch between the two afterwards.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • Irish Leaving Certificate with at least 6 Established Programme subjects: 2 at Higher Level with at least H5, and the other 4 at O6/H7 or better, plus a CAO score of at least 350.
  • Higher Level Mathematics is required (no minimum grade published). The Admissions Board checks that your maths background is enough.
  • English: you are exempt from an English test if you completed your secondary education in Ireland.

How to apply

  1. Apply in StudielinkRegister for the programme in Studielink.
  2. Upload documentsComplete your application in the Progress Portal, uploading your results and statement of enrolment, and pay the application fee.
  3. Early Bird or final deadlineIf your application is in between 1 October 2026 and 28 February 2027, you get a decision within one month. The final deadline is 1 May 2027.
  4. Conditional offerThe Admissions Board reviews your maths background. Your offer becomes unconditional once your Leaving Cert results meet the requirements.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 1 May 2027 for a September 2027 start. Early Bird: apply between 1 October 2026 and 28 February 2027 for a decision on (conditional) admission within one month..

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).
  • 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
CityGroningen
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
PlacesNo cap
EntryOpen entry
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Checked against the official University of Groningen website: September 2026 (2027 entry). The fee shown is for 2026/27. Always confirm details with the university before applying.