Leiden University

Master in Astronomy and Data Science

Leiden, The Netherlands Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

Founded in 1575, Leiden University is one of Europe's leading international research universities. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching and innovative research across a wide range of disciplines.

About the Program

The Master in Astronomy and Data Science at Leiden University is a 2-year program for students passionate about astronomy and data analysis, leading to a Master's degree.

The curriculum covers advanced astronomy courses and computer science, with hands-on experience in machine learning and data-mining technologies, helping students analyze complex astronomical phenomena.

Graduates can pursue careers as Data Scientist, Astrophysicist, Software Engineer, or Research Scientist, finding employment in academic institutions, research organizations, or high-tech industries that require expertise in data analysis and computational methods.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is 15% above the typical master's in The Netherlands.

Median tuition for that cohort is 17,022 USD, across 1,417 programs in our catalog.

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