Course overview
Marketing (MSc) is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It takes 1 year (full time), with intakes in September 2027 (non-EU deadline 1 April 2027).
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a public institution, ranked =185 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 | Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Course | Marketing (MSc) |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 1 year (full time) |
| Tuition per year | €25,370 (≈ ₹26.9 lakh) |
| Intakes | September 2027 (non-EU deadline 1 April 2027) |
| English requirement | IELTS 7.0 (6.5 in each part), TOEFL iBT 100, PTE Academic 76 or Cambridge C1/C2 180 |
Interested in Marketing (MSc)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €25,370 a year, about ₹26.9 lakh.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Room via VU AmsterdamAverage €750 a month, including water, electricity and internet | €560–1,300per month | ≈ ₹59,360 – ₹1.4 lakh |
| Private-market room in AmsterdamOften starts from around this amount | €900per month | ≈ ₹95,400 |
| VU housing feeNot rent; refunded only if VU cannot offer you a room | €500one-off | ≈ ₹53,000 |
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 Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Apply through Studielink (open from October 2026 for September 2027), then complete your file in the VU dashboard within six weeks.
- The non-EU deadline for September 2027 is 1 April 2027; some programmes set their own deadlines.
- All applicants with an international degree pay a non-refundable €100 application fee before the file is assessed.
- Programmes check your bachelor's courses in detail. Business Analytics, for example, asks for at least 90 ECTS in mathematics, econometrics or computer science, including 45 ECTS of mathematics and some programming.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 7.0 (6.5 in each part), TOEFL iBT 100, PTE Academic 76 or Cambridge C1/C2 180.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall for most master's, usually with 6.0 in each part; Marketing needs 7.0 with 6.5 in each part. IELTS Online is not accepted. |
| TOEFL iBT | 92 for most master's (100 for Marketing); both old and new score scales accepted. Home Edition and MyBestScore not accepted. |
| PTE Academic | 68 for most master's, 65 for Artificial Intelligence and 76 for Marketing |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency | 180 |
| Duolingo and exemptions | Duolingo is not accepted. Exemptions cover education fully taught in English in countries such as the UK, US, Canada, Australia and Ireland; India is not on the list, though you may request an exemption after conditional admission (not guaranteed). |
Intakes
This course starts in: September 2027 (non-EU deadline 1 April 2027).
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
- VU application form for your faculty
- Copy of your valid passport
- CV
- Statement of intent (motivation letter)
- Degree certificate(s) and transcript of records
- Thesis or another piece of academic writing (2–5 pages at least)
- Description of relevant courses and literature from your degree
- English test result (can follow after conditional admission)
- Letters of recommendation, only for a few programmes
Scholarships
VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP)
Full-time English-taught master's starting September 2027
Value: Tuition fee waiver (tuition only, no living allowance)
Non-EU/EEA passport holders not eligible for the statutory fee, with a GPA equal to a Dutch 8 out of 10 and a conditional or unconditional offer. Apply 1 November 2026 to 1 February 2027; one programme only.
Official pageNL Scholarship
Master's starting September 2027
Value: One-time €5,000 towards living costs in the first year (about 20–25 awards a year)
Same conditions as the VUFP; you are considered automatically when you apply for the VUFP by 1 February 2027.
Official page
About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) is a public research university founded in 1880. It has more than 30,000 students and offers over 175 English-taught programmes at bachelor's, master's and PhD level.
It is ranked =185 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and =176 in the THE World University Rankings 2027. Its School of Business and Economics and its Faculty of Science run many of the master's that Indian students look at, including Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science (a joint degree with the University of Amsterdam), Finance and Econometrics.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Marketing (MSc) at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam?
The tuition for international students is €25,370 a year (about ₹26.9 lakh). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Marketing (MSc)?
The course takes 1 year (full time).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 7.0 (6.5 in each part), TOEFL iBT 100, PTE Academic 76 or Cambridge C1/C2 180. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September 2027 (non-EU deadline 1 April 2027). 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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