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M.Sc. Data Science

University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg) Erlangen

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  • Over 1,500 EUR/sem
    Tuition
  • Winter and summer
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  • English
    Language
  • 30 Nov
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Applications close on 30 Nov.

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About the programme

Course description will be available soon. Please contact the university for more details.

Fields of study

Physics(Natural Sciences)
Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)
Mathematics(Mathematics & Statistics)
Data Science(Computer Science & IT)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Data Science at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg)

English language

IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0
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B2 level

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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optional

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
no
MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted
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required

no

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

  • completed Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Industrial Mathematics, Mathematical Economy, Computer Science, Data Science, or Physics from FAU or another equivalent German or international degree that is not significantly different with regard to the competence profile taught in the respective degree program. Please note that your competence profile cannot be evaluated in advance, but only by the admission committee after completing the application process (described below).
  • A Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 or better with respect to the German grading system. Candidates with an admissible degree (described above) and a GPA between 2.6 and 2.8 are invited for a short online interview in which their knowledge in calculus, linear algebra, algorithms and data structures is evaluated.
  • English proficiency at level B2 CEFR (vantage or upper intermediate) or six years of English classes at a German secondary school (Gymnasium). Applicants who have completed their university entrance qualifications or their first degree in English are not required to provide proof of proficiency in English.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Data Science

Programme-specific documents

This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Data Science at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg)

Application procedure

Register online using the page www.campo.fau.eu

Note: Applicants who have not yet an „ IdM Account “ have to register at IdM first (on www.campo.fau.eu ). IdM stands for Identity Management of FAU. Then, using your IdM account, you can set up your online application.

For further questions concerning the process of application please contact our Master’s Office: [email protected]

For further questions on the online application portal please send an email to: [email protected]

Selection process

After you receive your admission letter you have to enrol for the next semester by sending your certified documents via postal service to the Student Records Office. The enrolment fee should be transferred several days before, especially if transferred from abroad. In this case we recommend to calculate with at least two weeks.

You can find further information on enrolment and first steps afterwards here.

After enrolment you are given access to online teaching resources and several other important platforms. Start by creating a user account at FAU (IdM account) and get familiar with the two online platforms „StudOn“ and „UnivIS„, which will help you to plan and manage your courses.

We will organize a virtual welcome reception for all new enroled students of the M.Sc. Data Science study course via Zoom on Thursday, 06th October 2022 at 3pm (German time) to help you with a good start at FAU. Participants will receive an invitation email with the Zoom link before the meeting.

Application quick facts

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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

0 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

Department of Data Science

Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Cauerstr. 11

91058 Erlangen

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Costs

Tuition

Over 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

67 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

15,038 – 24,038 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

Additional fee information

New students from outside the EU and EEA pay 4,000 EUR per semester from Summer 2027. Students who enrolled before Summer 2027 may be exempt. This does not include the semester contribution.

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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

2%

4 accepted out of 194 total applications

Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0

Based on 194 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

Based on 194 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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