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BSc Mathematics

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

100% taught in EnglishApply via Studielink, not the CAOOpen entryHL MathsCAO 350
Duration3 years
StartsSept 2027
EntryOpen entry
Deadline (EU)1 May 2027
EU fee 2027/28€2,771 / yr

About the course

A theoretical mathematics degree covering areas such as number theory, topology, dynamical systems and cryptography, ending with a research thesis. The first year is shared with Applied Mathematics, so you can switch between the two without losing time.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • Irish Leaving Certificate with at least 6 subjects from the Established Programme: 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.
  • Mathematics at Higher Level (no separate minimum grade is given beyond the general rule).

How to apply

  1. Apply on StudielinkApply by 1 May 2027 and pay the €100 application fee charged to applicants with a non-Dutch diploma (paid once per year).
  2. Upload documentsUpload your transcripts and other requested documents to the Progress Portal by 1 May 2027.
  3. Admission decisionThe Admissions Board reviews your file and sends a conditional or unconditional decision. Applying early (October to February) can get you a faster answer.
  4. Confirm and enrolSend certified copies of your Leaving Cert results by the EU/EEA deadline (20 August in the 2026 cycle), then pay tuition by 31 August.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 1 May 2027 (Studielink application, €100 application fee and documents uploaded to the Progress Portal).

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 and the August document and tuition dates are from the 2026 cycle; confirm the 2027 dates with the university. Always confirm details with the university before applying.