Testimonials
Curious about what it's like to study the Master's in Information Sciences? Read about the experiences of students, teachers and alumni below. What's the atmosphere like, what drives teachers and where will you end up?
Testimonials of students
No matter which specialisation track you choose, you will be able to make an impact with your future career.
- Previous education
- BSc Computing Science (Radboud University)
- Programme
- Information Sciences
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- Study end date
Master's student Illya van Knippenberg is studying Information Sciences at Radboud University.
What do you like about the programme/specialisation and why? How has the programme/specialisation challenged you (in relation to your previous education)?
The information science field is still quite broad and you can specialise in several distinct directions, and the curriculum of the Master's Information Sciences reflects this. You'll be introduced to many guest speakers from many different backgrounds to get an idea of what is possible for your future career.
What do you think about the atmosphere in class?
It is a small Master's (few students), so there's a good chance your teachers will know you by name early on and you'll know every student in your Master's after a few weeks. I'm happy with the positive and informal relationship between the teaching staff and students.
What do you find most challenging in your Master’s (specialisation)? Have you encountered any obstacles?
Since it is a one-year programme, you'll need to be proactive to not fall behind if you want to finish your degree in one year. You'll need to figure out a Master's thesis topic rather early on in the academic year so that you can get off to a good start when the second semester starts. I would recommend that you start thinking about a topic and speaking to potential supervisors in advance.
Are you currently doing an internship? Or what is your thesis about?
I view information security and business continuity in organisations as a socio-technical endeavour. To ensure continuity, security should be part of the corporate culture -- my Master's thesis explores a novel methodology to foster such a security-minded culture in the organisation.
Why do you think it is important that there are people with this degree? What are your plans once you have received your Master's degree?
No matter which specialisation track you choose, you will be able to make an impact with your future career. Personally, I would like to work in information security, to help safeguard organisations critical to our society.
I myself want to build that bridge and deal with technological issues at an organisational level.
- Previous education
- Artificial Intelligence (Radboud Universiteit)
- Programme
- Information Sciences
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- Study end date
Master's student Rivka van der Horst is studying Information Sciences at Radboud University.
What do you like about the programme/specialisation and why? How has the programme/specialisation challenged you (in relation to your previous education)?
The Information Sciences Master's offers a small-scale and personal learning environment, where you learn to understand the link between IT and business. This prepares you well for a future in which this combination will become increasingly important.
What do you think about the atmosphere in class?
I experienced the atmosphere as very open and involved. Because the programme is small-scale, there is plenty of room for personal attention and cooperation.
What do you find most challenging in your Master’s (specialisation)? Have you encountered any obstacles?
The broad job opportunities after the Master's are a great advantage, but can also feel overwhelming. Fortunately, you get good guidance to discover what really suits you.
Are you currently doing an internship? Or what is your thesis about?
There are many opportunities to write your thesis at a company, depending on your interests. I am writing my thesis at KPMG, where I not only gain substantive knowledge about governance, risk and compliance of technology, but also learn a lot about soft skills.
Why do you think it is important that there are people with this degree? What are your plans once you have received your Master's degree?
There is a high demand for professionals who understand both IT and business administration and can connect these worlds. I myself want to build that bridge and deal with technological issues at an organisational level.
What I liked about the programme was that after my Bachelor's in Business Administration, I could challenge myself in a completely new field.
- Previous education
- Business Administration (Radboud University)
- Programme
- Information Sciences
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- Study end date
Master's student Carlijn Kosse is studying Information Sciences at Radboud University.
What do you like about the programme/specialisation and why? How has the programme/specialisation challenged you (in relation to your previous education)?
What I liked about the programme was that after my Bachelor's in Business Administration, I could challenge myself in a completely new field. It felt kind of sufficient when it came to learning more about business administration, and I was not sure which Master's I should choose. This was - for me - the perfect balance in learning more within the field of business administration, while expanding your knowledge in a new field. Adding to that, it was challenging (especially the security course), because of the change of faculty. They do speak a different 'language' here, especially when it comes to the professional jargon. I found that very hard.
What do you think about the atmosphere in class?
I really appreciate the relationship between students and teachers here. I really do feel seen, especially compared to my Bachelor's in Business Administration. People know your name, and if you ask a question, it is rewarded as 'critical thinking' instead of you being a burden for even asking a question.
What do you find most challenging in your Master’s (specialisation)? Have you encountered any obstacles?
Even though it sounded nice that the programme only lasts a year, I might preferred it to be two, to even learn more. Especially the first semester is pretty packed.
Are you currently doing an internship? Or what is your thesis about?
My thesis is about the potential use of Artificial Intelligence and personal Big Data in shared decision making within healthcare.
Why do you think it is important that there are people with this degree? What are your plans once you have received your Master's degree?
I think it is important that there are people with this degree, because there is a big difference in the people who study Computing Sciences and who study Business Administration (neither of them are better than the other), but it shows the need that there needs to be some way of 'translating' between the two. Furthermore, IT and AI are hot topics right now, and it most likely will be, and without this degree I would have gotten into a (high) position in a company, without the ability to do something with this.
I really like my teachers; they are friendly and very knowledgeable.
- Previous education
- B.Tech Anna University
- Nationality
- Indian
- Programme
- Information Sciences
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Varshini is a Master's student Information Sciences.
What do you like about the programme/specialisation and why?
The educational system that I did before and now is very different; my Bachelor’s was more theoretical, and now my Master’s is more applied. Also, I have more choices for electives now.
What do you think about the atmosphere in class?
I really like my teachers; they are friendly and very knowledgeable. It feels easier to approach them.
What do you find most challenging in your Master’s (specialisation)?
The first exam was hard, since this was all new, but as days went by, I felt it became easier.
What is your thesis about?
My thesis is about sustainability in IT.
Why do you think it is important that there are people with this degree?
I never really thought about sustainability and the environment. Also, I took an elective from social science and psychology, which changed my perspective about life.