Course overview
MSc Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning and Neural Computing is a postgraduate (master's) course in data science & ai at Radboud University in Nijmegen, Netherlands. It takes 2 years (120 EC), with intakes in September 2027 (applications open 1 October 2026).
Radboud University is a public institution, ranked =283 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Radboud University (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Nijmegen, Netherlands |
| Course | MSc Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning and Neural Computing |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Data Science & AI |
| Duration | 2 years (120 EC) |
| Tuition per year | €19,555 (≈ ₹20.7 lakh) |
| Intakes | September 2027 (applications open 1 October 2026) |
| English requirement | IELTS 7.0 (6.5 in each part), TOEFL iBT 100, PTE Academic 67 or Cambridge C1/C2 185 |
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Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €19,555 a year, about ₹20.7 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly €39,110 (≈ ₹41.5 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2027-28 fee; the university says institutional fees may still change
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| SSH& room, Hoogeveldt | €528–580per month | ≈ ₹55,968 – ₹61,480 |
| SSH& room, Vossenveld | €522–642per month | ≈ ₹55,332 – ₹68,052 |
| SSH& room, Galgenveld | €447–589per month | ≈ ₹47,382 – ₹62,434 |
| Room through other agents in Nijmegen | €475–750per month | ≈ ₹50,350 – ₹79,500 |
| Studio or apartment through other agents | €750–1,200per month | ≈ ₹79,500 – ₹1.3 lakh |
Living costs for the Netherlands as a whole: €12,000–16,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at Radboud University for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- You need a bachelor's equivalent to a Dutch research-university (WO) degree in a relevant field. Data Science and AI, for example, asks for a Computing Science or AI bachelor's with at least 12 credits of mathematics, 12 credits of theoretical computing science, programming skills and a thesis of at least 10 EC.
- Admission is assessed on your transcripts and mathematics level; an online E-Check gives an early indication.
- Applications for September 2027 open on 1 October 2026. The Data Science and AI page lists deadlines of 1 April 2027 and 1 July 2027 depending on nationality and education, and 31 January 2027 if you also apply for a scholarship. Check your programme page for the date that applies to you.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 7.0 (6.5 in each part), TOEFL iBT 100, PTE Academic 67 or Cambridge C1/C2 185.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 (writing 6.5, other parts 6.0) for most master's, including Computing Science, Business Administration, Economics and Information Sciences; 7.0 (6.5 in each part) for Artificial Intelligence. IELTS Online is not accepted. |
| TOEFL iBT | 90 (subscores 22) for most master's; 100 for Artificial Intelligence. Home Edition is not accepted. |
| PTE Academic | 61 (subscores 56, writing 61) for most master's; 67 for Artificial Intelligence. PTE Academic Online is not accepted. |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency | 176 / 180 for most master's; 185 for Artificial Intelligence |
| Exemption | No test needed if your bachelor's is from Australia, Canada (not Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA. Indian degrees are not on this list. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September 2027 (applications open 1 October 2026).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the NetherlandsHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the Netherlands, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Bachelor's degree certificate (or proof you will graduate) and transcripts
- English test result
- CV and motivation letter where the programme asks for them
- Course descriptions so the admissions board can check your mathematics and subject level
Scholarships
Radboud Scholarship Programme
Full English-taught master's starting 1 September 2027 (not Erasmus Mundus or joint degrees)
Value: Tuition reduced to the statutory fee (€2,771, to be confirmed) plus visa, residence permit, health and liability insurance; living costs not covered
Non-EU/EEA passport holders with a bachelor's from outside the Netherlands, outstanding results and full admission. Submit in OSIRIS by 31 January 2027 and complete by 14 February 2027.
Official page
About Radboud University
Radboud University is a public, general university in Nijmegen, with about 23,300 students in 2026. It teaches across the natural and medical sciences, the social sciences and the humanities, and many master's are taught fully in English.
It is ranked =283 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and =161 in the THE World University Rankings 2027. Its Faculty of Science runs Computing Science and Artificial Intelligence master's with specialisations such as Data Science and AI, Cyber Security, Software Science and Machine Learning and Neural Computing.
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FAQs
What is the fee for MSc Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning and Neural Computing at Radboud University?
The tuition for international students is €19,555 a year (about ₹20.7 lakh). 2027-28 fee; the university says institutional fees may still change. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MSc Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning and Neural Computing?
The course takes 2 years (120 EC).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 7.0 (6.5 in each part), TOEFL iBT 100, PTE Academic 67 or Cambridge C1/C2 185. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September 2027 (applications open 1 October 2026). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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