The Erasmus Data Service Centre (EDSC) gives you access to a wide range of financial and social science databases to support your research, projects, and assignments at EUR. Most databases are available online, while some can only be accessed on campus or through a virtual machine. If you’re unsure where to start or need help accessing specific datasets, consider booking a one-on-one support session with the EDSC team.
Access to LSEG Workspace and Morningstar
While most databases can be accessed online, there are a few exceptions:
- LSEG Workspace (Datastream and Eikon): Accessible in room Y1-07 or through a virtual machine (VM). The room is available on a first-come, first-served basis, while using a VM requires booking.
- Morningstar: Available only through a virtual machine (VM), which requires booking.
Book a virtual machine
The EDSC offers 24-hour remote access to LSEG Workspace and Morningstar.
This service is intended for EUR students only and may be used solely for course assignments and thesis research. Any other use is strictly prohibited. Misuse may result in exclusion from the service.
Booking Guidelines:
- One booking per day (per virtual machine)
- Two-hour time slots
- Book up to 7 days in advance
- Book at least 1 hour in advance
- First-time users should consult the manual included in the confirmation email
- The confirmation email also contains the .rdp file needed to connect to the virtual machine
Booking calendars:
- LSEG Workspace 1
- LSEG Workspace 2
- LSEG Workspace 3
- LSEG Workspace 4 available on weekdays from 20:00 to 08:00 and all day during weekends
- LSEG Workspace 5 available on weekdays from 20:00 to 08:00 and all day during weekends
- Morningstar
If you have questions about remote access, please contact edsc@eur.nl.
The EDSC offers 24-hour remote access to LSEG Workspace and Morningstar. Access to these virtual machines is intended for EUR staff members only.
Booking Information:
- One booking per day (per virtual machine)
- Four-hour time slots
- Book up to 7 days in advance
- First-time users should consult the manual included in the confirmation email
- The confirmation email also contains the .rdp file needed to connect to the virtual machine
Booking calendars
Eikon/Datastream 1
Eikon/Datastream 2
Morningstar
If you have questions regarding the remote access, please contact edsc@eur.nl
Databases
LSEG Workspace is the new name for Eikon and Datastream. The interface has a similar look and feel to Bloomberg, and an Excel add-in is also available.
Access Locations:
- Y1-7 (Polak Building): The classroom offers access to 10 terminals, no reservation required.
- Virtual Machines: LSEG Workspace is also available on designated virtual machines for students and staff.
Login Instructions:
Each terminal requires a login with a username and password, which can be found on a label at the bottom of the monitor.
Rules of Conduct:
- EUR users only
- Maximum of two hours per day
- One user per terminal
- Not for commercial purposes
- Clean desk policy
Morningstar provides comprehensive data on:
- Mutual funds;
- Exchange-traded funds (ETFs);
- Open-end and closed-end funds.
Morningstar can only be accessed remotely. To use it, you must book a virtual machine. Separate machines are available for students and staff. For detailed instructions on accessing Morningstar, please see the Remote Access to LSEG Workspace and Morningstar section above.
Additional Resources
WRDS provides access to the following datasets:
- CRSP
- Compustat
- ExecuComp
- I/B/E/S
- OptionMetrics
- RiskMetrics
- TAQ
Both researchers and students at Erasmus University Rotterdam can create an account.
Instructions for students:
When registering, please follow these guidelines:
- Use your official ERNA email address, formatted like: 123456ab@student.eur.nl
- Select Student (Masters/Undergraduate) as your user type
- Set the expiration date to 31 August 2026
- If your email is entered correctly, you should receive a confirmation. If not, try logging in to check whether your account has been approved
- Requests submitted during the weekend will be processed on Monday