StudyQA — Master: Econometrics and Mathematical Economics

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The Master's program in Econometrics and Mathematical Economics at Tilburg University offers a comprehensive and rigorous education designed to prepare students for analytical roles in academia, industry, and government. This program combines advanced coursework in economics, mathematics, and statistics, providing students with the skill set necessary to develop and apply quantitative models to real-world economic problems. Designed for students with a strong background in mathematics and economics, the program emphasizes the development of theoretical insights alongside practical analytical techniques. Throughout the program, students gain expertise in areas such as microeconometrics, macroeconometrics, game theory, decision theory, and computational methods, ensuring they are well-equipped to analyze complex economic data and derive policy-relevant conclusions. The curriculum incorporates a blend of lectures, seminars, and hands-on projects, fostering both theoretical understanding and practical application. Additionally, students have opportunities to engage in research, participate in internships, or collaborate on projects with organizations and institutions, enhancing their professional development. The program's structure is flexible, allowing students to tailor their studies according to their interests and career goals. Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in data analysis, economic consulting, financial modeling, and further academic research. The international environment and close ties with the business community and research institutes provide students with valuable networking opportunities. By choosing this program, students will gain a deep understanding of economic theories and sophisticated quantitative tools, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to economic research, policy-making, and industry innovation.

Admission requirements

Proficiency in English is required. Students who obtained their Bachelor's degree in the Netherlands or are a native English speaker are admitted without an English proficiency test.

Other requirements

taaltoets cijfer De masteropleidingen zijn geheel of gedeeltelijk Engelstalig. Beheersing van de Engelse taal is dus een vereiste, en kan door de student aangetoond worden op de volgende manieren: *Een TOEFL-test met een minimale score van 575 (paperbased) of een score van 233 (computerbased) of een score van 90 (webbased); *Een IELTS-test met minimaal een 6,5 en een minimale score van 6.0 op afzonderlijke delen van de test; *Een Vwo-diploma met een voldoende voor Engels; *Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) met een minimum score A, B of C; *Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE); *Cambridge Certificate of English: Business Higher (BCE); *Cambridge International Certificate in Financial English: C1 level;
taaltoets cijfer Proficiency in English is required. Students who obtained their Bachelor's degree in the Netherlands or are a native English speaker are admitted without an English proficiency test.
ingangstoets GRE General test: Our incoming students usually score above the 75% percentile on the GRE General test.
schriftelijk verzoek Students need to submit a motivation letter in their application
vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) To be eligible for the Master's program in Econometrics and Mathematical Economics you must have a Bachelor's degree in Econometrics or a similar qualification from a university recognized by the Admissions Board.
vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) Bachelor's in Econometrics and Operations Research or a similar qualification from a university recognized by the Admissions Board. We require you to have a solid academic background in mathematics and probability theory.