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Find your master in (Data) Science @ UM

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For many of you, the end of your bachelor’s programme is in near sight. A big (early) congratulations on your graduation, you’ve made it! Perhaps you’re wondering now, what to do next? Will you be spending a year travelling abroad, start a new job, a traineeship or a master’s degree? At Maastricht University, we offer several master’s programmes in the data and natural science field to kickstart your career. Therefore we are organising a special ‘Find your master in (Data) Science’ event for UM graduates. 

During this event, you have the opportunity to discover our master programmes and see whether they match your interests and aspirations. The event takes place online and provides you with information about the programme during 5-minute mini-presentations. Afterwards, you can talk to our current students, programme directors, admissions officers and study advisors to ask anything you like! 

Ps. Yes indeed the official application deadline for master’s programme  of 1 June has passed. However, since you’re a UM graduate, you’re still able to sign up. 

 

Schedule

14.00 - 14.05: Welcome 
14.05 - 14.30: 5-minute programme presentations 
14.30 - 15.30: Q&A with current students, programme directors, admissions officers and study advisors. 

The master's programmes in (Data) Science @ UM

MSc Artificial Intelligence 
Learn to use and develop intelligent computer systems that can learn from experience, recognise patterns in large amounts of data and reason strategically in complex decision-making situations.

MSc Data Science for Decision Making  
Learn to use (mathematical)tools to model and extract useful information from large data sets for various sectors. 

MSc Systems Biology
Combine biology, data science and mathematics to gather knowledge from molecules to entire biological systems and integrate these in (quantitive) computer models.

MSc Biobased Materials 
Learn to research and develop earth-friendly, sustainable materials by combining chemistry, materials science and biology. 

Why choose a master's degree?

A Master’s programme gives you the opportunity to fulfill your your own personal academic interest and aspirations.  Yet a master’s degree also proves to your future employer that you have the potential to become a fully developed professional. So besides that, why should you choose a master’s programme? 

1. Become an expert
A master’s degree enables you to specialise and expand your knowledge in a specific field or subject. More knowledge means you are able to become a better expert in a certain area of expertise. 

2. Gain hands-on experience and skills
During your master’s, you will work on real-world projects which provide you with the knowledge, skills and experience to start your career well prepared. In addition, you will be able to do an internship, study abroad or do a thesis at a company or research institute. 

3. Easier to get a job after you graduate 
When entering the competitive work-field, having a master’s degree sets you apart from other candidates, and you are thus more likely to get the job you aspire. Plus, it increases your opportunities to grow into more advanced career positions. 

4. Earn more money
Master graduates do not only earn a higher starting salary than bachelor graduates but also earn a higher salary in general.

5. Personal development
A master’s degree provides an opportunity to develop not only your academic skills but also your personal skills, which will be of great value for your future career. 

Questions and contact

If you have any questions about the Virtual Experience Day, reach out to us via email at: fse-master@maastrichtuniversity.nl.

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