Health Sciences - Biostatistics
Erasmus University Rotterdam offers this 12-month English-taught master's in Natural Sciences in Rotterdam, ranked #52 by FT — Global MBA.
What it takes to get in
- English tests
- IELTS 6.5 · TOEFL iBT 90
- Deadline
- 1 May 2027
What it costs
Plan for roughly €40k–€43k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Rotterdam student life.
Living in Rotterdam →
Rankings
- FT — Global MBA 2026#52
- Times Higher Education 2026#107
- FT — Masters in Finance 2025#28
- THE — Business And Economics 2026#24
- THE — Clinical Pre Clinical Health 2026#52
- THE — Social Sciences 2026#80
- THE — Law 2026#101
Visa & life in the Netherlands
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a residence permit (VVR), arranged by the university on your behalf. EU students only need to register with the local municipality.
- Post-study work
- Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa — 12 months to find skilled work after graduation. No employer sponsorship needed during this period.
- Tuition
- Statutory fee around €2,500/yr for EU students; institutional fees for non-EU students typically range €14,000–26,000/yr depending on the field.
- Scholarships
- Holland Scholarship (€5,000), university-specific funds such as the Amsterdam Excellence and Justus & Louise van Effen scholarships, plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About Erasmus University Rotterdam
Erasmus University Rotterdam is a university in Rotterdam, Netherlands, with 31,652 students and 82 programs across its corridors. Its primary academic strengths lie in Business & Law, Arts & Humanities, and Social Sciences, with QS Subject rankings of #24 in Business and #51 in Medicine. The university placed #101 in the 2024 ARWU overall ranking.
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Common questions
Is Health Sciences - Biostatistics at Erasmus University Rotterdam taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English. Non-native speakers need IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90 (minimum).
How much does Health Sciences - Biostatistics at Erasmus University Rotterdam cost?
International tuition is €16,400 per year. Over the full 12-month programme that's roughly €16,400 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at Erasmus University Rotterdam?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in the Netherlands after graduating?
Yes. The Netherlands offers a one-year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) residence permit to graduates of Dutch universities, letting you live and work in the country while looking for a job — no sponsor required during that year.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 1 May 2027. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is Erasmus University Rotterdam good for Natural Sciences?
Erasmus University Rotterdam ranks #24 in Business And Economics (THE 2026).
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