Pre-Master's Entry Requirements

Faculty of Economics and Business

The entry requirements for FEB Pre-Master's programmes depend on the programme of application, the previous diploma you have obtained, and the level of mathematics you have acquired. Below are details about the Pre-Master’s programmes offered, the mathematics level required and the related tests available, and the English proficiency certificates required (if needed).

Diploma entry requirements

Below is an overview of the Pre-Master's programmes based on the previous education background.

Mathematics entry requirements

For a 30/45 EC Pre-Master’s programme or the 60 EC Pre-Master's Accountancy and Controlling programme, you may need to prove having a sufficient level of mathematics before starting the Master’s programme.

Exemption from providing a mathematics test holds if the applicant applies for:

Pre-Master's Accountancy and Controlling for HBO - Accountancy, or for Pre-Master's Accountancy and Controlling for HBO - Business Economics and HBO - Finance & Control;
Pre-Master's International Financial Management, Pre-Master's Finance, or Pre-Master's Supply Chain Management & Technology and Operations Management (NB: an advanced mathematics course is included in the programme, so adequate mathematics background is desirable);
Pre-Master's Econometrics, Operations Research and Actuarial Studies (EORAS) programme. Applicants need to have an advanced mathematics level which will be assessed by the Admissions Board;
Pre-Master's Economics or the Pre-Master's Economics for HBO. Applicants need a solid background in mathematics (level VWO B or A) to meet the entry requirements.

What level of mathematics is required?

The mathematics level required depends on the previous diploma obtained. Check the table below to find out what level is needed.

Dutch diploma students

For a diploma from a University of Applied Sciences (HBO) or Research University (WO) in the Netherlands, you may need to prove having passed Mathematics A or B at VWO level before the start of the Master's programme.

International diploma students

For an international diploma, you may need to prove having passed mathematics as a standard/methods level subject or a higher level (advanced) subject before the start of the Master's programme. Check here for the VWO equivalent qualifications for the requirements. Applicants are often required to hand in course descriptions of the mathematics courses taken. The Admissions Board assess the level of mathematics of applicants individually.

What mathematics level do I need?

Pre-Master’s	Dutch HBO diploma	Dutch WO diploma	International diploma
Economics	Strong recommendation to complete our FEB Mathematics Summer Course	VWO A/B level recommended	VWO A/B level
EORAS	N.A.	Only with advanced Bachelor's level maths**	Only with advanced Bachelor's level maths**
Finance/ International Financial Management/ Supply Chain Management & Technology Operations Management	No maths requirement. Mathematics course included in the Pre-MSc***	No maths requirement. Mathematics course included in the Pre-MSc***	Not accepted for Pre-Master's if maths level is too low. Mathematics course included in the pre-MSc**
30/60 EC A&C programmes for specific groups of HBO students	No maths requirement and no maths course	N.A.	N.A.
Other 30/45 EC Pre-MSc and general 60 EC A&C	VWO A/B level maths before starting the MSc programme	VWO A/B level maths before starting the MSc programme	VWO A/B level maths before starting the MSc programme Not accepted for Pre-Master's if maths level is too low*
	*** to be prepared for the Mathematics for Pre-Master's and minor Finance course it can be useful to follow the FEB Mathematics Summer Course	** The level is evaluated by the Admissions Board.	* Required for international students: standard/methods level subject or a higher level (advanced) subject. The level will be evaluated by the Admissions Board.

What mathematics tests are accepted?

Various mathematics exams are accepted. For example, there is the FEB Mathematics Entrance exam offered by the faculty, the Online Mathematics Placement Test (OMPT-A), the James Boswell, and CCVX. This website offers information about these exams, the dates, and prices. Applicants are advised to carefully read the information for each exam and see which one is applicable.

What is the deadline and where can I send the certificate?

It is highly recommended to submit the related documents upon starting the Pre-Master’s programme, but no later than 31 August (September start of Master’s) or 31 January (February start of Master’s).

All students who do not meet the mathematics requirements and have taken a mathematics test need to fill out the following form.

For applicants who obtained a Dutch VWO diploma, please fill out this form. Current Pre-Master's students at the Faculty of Economics and Business do not need to send a copy of the VWO diploma but students need to send an email to transfer.math.feb rug.nl and mention having a VWO including maths.

For international diploma, applicants are advised to check whether the level of mathematics required is met, as well as the necessary documents needed to be handed in. If the requirements are fulfilled, applicants should fill out this form.
For those who have completed an advanced mathematics course at another university, please fill out this form.

English Language Requirements

Our Pre-Master’s programmes are taught in English. Depending on the diploma, applicants will need to show proof of command for the English language.

Previous diploma	Required level of English language
VWO diploma	Exempted
HBO diploma	Exempted
International diploma*	IELTS Academic overall score 6 (Speaking 6, Writing 5.5); TOEFL internet-based overall score 80 (Speaking 20, Writing 20); C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (overall score 169, Speaking 169, Writing 162).

*The English language proficiency test scores (IELTS and TOEFL) should not be older than 2 years. Please note that TOEFL MyBest Scores are not considered in the admission procedure.

NB: The Admissions Office should receive the test results before 1 September (for EU/EEA students). The deadline for non-EU/EEA students is 1 June (September start); otherwise, there is insufficient time left for the visa application procedure.

Ready to apply?

Read carefully the steps to apply for one of the Pre-Master's programmes.

Last modified:

20 November 2024 7.36 p.m.