Bachelor Data Science

Data Science BSc

3 years English Starts end of August

Data Science is about creating value from data. Learn to analyze the large amounts of data that today’s society operates on. Discover trends and patterns that are relevant for businesses, government agencies, or nonprofit organizations. This program not only focuses on the technical side, but also on the legal, social, ethical, and business aspects of Data Science. This multidisciplinary approach makes the program unique. Data Science is offered jointly by Tilburg University and Eindhoven University of Technology.

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universities accreditation

Tilburg University and Eindhoven University of Technology

45 ECTS
elective courses

(several options available)

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Data Challenges

solving real problems from real clients using real data

Short overview of Data Science

  • This joint program brings together the best of two universities; Tilburg University's expertise in Econometrics, Business Administration & Law and Eindhoven University of Technology's expertise in Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering.
  • Cover apart from technical aspects the legal, social, ethical, and business sides of Data Science. This multidisciplinary character makes the program unique.
  • Great career opportunities as data science continues to grow in importance.
Program and courses

Program content

This joint bachelor brings together the best of two universities; Tilburg University's expertise in Econometrics, Business Administration and Law is combined with Eindhoven University of Technology's expertise in Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering. Both universities add their expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Statistics. You will be taking courses at both universities.

  • In the first year, you are introduced to the various Data Science core fields, like computer science and data analytics. You develop a mathematical base which you will build on during the rest of your studies. You will also learn more about the main application domains and the broader social and economic setting of data science developments. You will explore the important area of law and ethics to become a responsible data scientist.  
  • In the second year, you study the legal, mathematical, statistical, technical and business aspects of data research more in-depth. You determine part of your program yourself by selecting elective modules, which allows you to tailor your own program. 
  • Entrepreneurship plays a greater role in the third year, which features courses such as Business Insights and Networks Data-Driven Business Creation. There is a more extensive choice of electives. You complete the Bachelor’s program with a Bachelor's thesis. 

Typical courses are:

  • Data Challenges
    Learn how to set up, execute, and evaluate scientifically sound data analyses, solving real problems from real clients using real data (i.e., users, enterprise, and society).
  • Programming
    Learn algorithmic techniques and the principles of code quality and apply these in writing programs and designing algorithms to analyze and visualize large datasets.
  • Statistical Computing
    Computational Statistics is the branch of statistics that heavily relies on Computer Science for dealing with very complex challenges. You will learn how you can use computer simulations to predict the outcomes of different strategies in a complex situation.

More on the program and courses

Beyond your Bachelor's: Extracurricular Activities

Beyond your Bachelor's: Extracurricular Activities

Are you looking for an additional challenge? Your studies give you ample opportunity to develop personally and professionally.

  • You can also join the program’s study association, D.S.A. Pattern.
  • Ambitious students in this Joint Bachelor’s program are eligible for the honors programs of both universities.
After your Bachelor's

Careers and subsequent Master’s programs

After obtaining your Bachelor's degree in Data Science, you can choose to do a Master's program. After you have completed a Master's program, you will have favorable career prospects as a Data Scientist.

Graduates found work at ABN AMRO Bank N.V., VodafoneZiggo, or started their own company.

Discover what you can do after your Bachelor’s

Application and admission

Please follow the national application and admission procedure (in Dutch) if you are applying based on a Dutch vwo or hbo-p diploma, regardless of your nationality. A general description of the national application procedure is also available in English.

Admission requirements

  • To be eligible for admission to a research university such as Tilburg University, you must have a high school diploma equal to the highest level of secondary education in the Netherlands (the Dutch vwo diploma).
  • As this Bachelor’s program is taught entirely in English, you must prove your English language proficiency
  • A good knowledge of mathematics is important for being successful in this Bachelor’s program. In order to be admitted, you must therefore prove that you have sufficient knowledge of mathematics.

You can find more detailed information about the admission requirements on this program's 'Application and admission' page.

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Tuition fees and monthly cost of living

Tuition fees

When you wish to study at Tilburg University, you must pay a tuition fee.

  • Tuition fees cover the cost of lectures and facilities provided by the university, such as the extensive university library, Wi-Fi on campus, and symposia and other meetings.
  • Tuition fees at Tilburg University are always for one full academic year.

More information on the tuition fees and rates

Estimated monthly costs of living

Besides the tuition fees, you will have living costs and other expenses. You will find life in Tilburg relatively inexpensive compared to life in other Dutch university cities, such as Amsterdam and Utrecht. The approximate cost of living is between € 925 and € 1.125 per month.

(Furnished) accommodation Starting from € 550 per month
Foods & Drinks € 200 per month
Books & Readers € 65 per month
Insurance € 100 per month
Sport membership + € 139.95 per year

The Bachelor's program in less than 3 minutes

Do you want more information on this Bachelor's program?

  • Iris

    Iris

    Bachelor's student

    "Tilburg's social expertise and Eindhoven's technical knowledge make sure all different aspects of Data Science are covered in this program. This causes the program to be very diverse and it therefore matches all my interests."

  • Bachelor student Data Science Tushar

    Tushar

    Bachelor's student

    "The Joint Degree has really given me the exposure to many opportunities combining the legal, business and technical aspects of data science."

  • Olivier Spinnler - Data Science

    Olivier

    Bachelor's student

    "When talking to some friends about their universities, I discovered the Bachelor's of Data Science and fell in love with it. After that, it did not take me a long time to decide. Data Science is the future."

Study choice activities

Throughout the year you have the opportunity to meet us and learn more about Tilburg University and the programs that we offer. You can take part in various types of events: on-campus, abroad or online.

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Are you and Data Science a match? If you...

  • have a passion for the interaction between people and technology

  • are ready to become a first mover in interdisciplinary data science education

  • are you good with math

Then this is the program for you!

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