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BSc Econometrics and Operations Research

Maastricht University (School of Business and Economics) · Maastricht, Netherlands

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

About the course

A quantitative degree that uses mathematics, statistics and computer modelling to analyse economic and business problems and improve decisions. It is taught through Maastricht’s problem-based learning in small tutorial groups.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • Irish Leaving Certificate in 6 subjects, with at least 3 at Higher Level graded H1 to H5 (from Maastricht’s 2025-26 diploma list; confirm the current list). Maastricht does not use CAO points.
  • Maths equivalent to Dutch VWO Mathematics B is required. Maastricht does not publish a specific Irish Maths level or grade, so contact admissions to confirm whether your Leaving Cert Maths meets this standard.

How to apply

  1. Register in StudielinkChoose BSc Econometrics and Operations Research in Studielink, usually open from 1 October, and apply by 1 May 2027 (confirm the date).
  2. Complete the UM applicationUpload your Leaving Cert results or predicted grades, transcripts and proof of English in Maastricht’s online application portal.
  3. Maths checkAdmissions checks that your Maths meets the VWO Mathematics B standard; you may be asked for details of your Maths course.
  4. Decision and enrolmentIf you meet the requirements you are admitted. Send your final Leaving Cert results in summer 2027, pay the fee and finish enrolment.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 1 May 2027, 23:59 CET (expected, based on Maastricht’s usual 1 May EU/EEA bachelor deadline; confirm on the programme page).

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. The Maths requirement is demanding, so check your Maths level with admissions early.

At a glance

CountryNetherlands
CityMaastricht
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
PlacesNo cap
EntryOpen entry
Admission requirements ↗Programme page ↗Diplomas equivalent to VWO ↗← Back to all European courses

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Checked against the official Maastricht University website: September 2026 (2027 entry). The Maths requirement comes from the 2025-26 SBE bachelor regulations and the Irish rule from the 2025-26 diploma list; the 2027 deadline is based on Maastricht’s usual 1 May deadline. Confirm the details on the programme page. Always confirm details with the university before applying.