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M.Sc. Applied Data Science

University of Gottingen Göttingen

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  • Winter and summer
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 1 May
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About the programme

Applied Data Science is a research-oriented MSc at the University of Göttingen's Institute of Computer Science. It takes 4 semesters and 120 ECTS, is taught mainly in English, and you can start in the winter or summer semester, with winter recommended. You combine methods from mathematics, computer science and statistics with an application area, currently one of seven, such as Computational Neuroscience, Bioinformatics, Medical Data Science or Digital Humanities. Core studies cover technical infrastructures, machine learning, statistical models and ethical questions in data science. In the professionalisation area you shape your profile and complete a lab or industry internship.

Fields of study

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 Applied Data Science at University of Gottingen

English language

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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UNIcert at least Level III

NULTE-Certificates at least level C1

Cambridge English Scale at least 180 points

International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) at least Band Score 6.5

Test of English as a Foreign Language, internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) at least 95 points

Global Scale of English (Pearson Academic) at least 76 points

at least two years of studying or working in an English-speaking country within three years prior to application

a successfully completed degree programme of at least two years with English as exclusive teaching language (please upload an official document as proof)

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted
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A bachelor’s degree with at least 180 ECTS is needed. If the degree has not yet been awarded, a minimum of 135 ECTS is required for application.

At least 60 ECTS have to be successfully completed in basic Data Science methods, e.g. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or Mathematics. This can be fulfilled by different kinds of Bachelor's programmes. If you have covered less than 60 ECTS in Data Science methods, you can compensate up to 15 ECTS through additional courses within your master's program.

A bachelor’s degree with at least 180 ECTS is needed. If the degree has not yet been awarded, a minimum of 135 ECTS is required for application.

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Not required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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A personal statement (up to 300 words) in English or German, addressing your motivation to study Applied Data Science. You should describe due to which skills and personal interests you think you are qualified for the study programme.

Required

No

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

A bachelor’s degree with at least 180 ECTS is needed. If the degree has not yet been awarded, a minimum of 135 ECTS is required for application.

At least 60 ECTS have to be successfully completed in basic Data Science methods, e.g. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or Mathematics. This can be fulfilled by different kinds of Bachelor's programmes. If you have covered less than 60 ECTS in Data Science methods, you can compensate up to 15 ECTS through additional courses within your master's program.

Legally binding are the admission requirements described in "Regulations on access requirements and admission" (see Regulations (opens in a new tab) ).

English language proficiency CEFR C1

or

English language proficiency CEFR B2 and German language proficiency equivalent to DSH (opens in a new tab) level 2.

Verification is required. Please find a comprehensive list of the accepted proofs here (opens in a new tab).

Legally binding are the admission requirements described in "Ordnung über die Zugangsvoraussetzungen und über die Zulassung" (see Regulations (opens in a new tab)).

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Applied Data Science

Programme-specific documents

For application you have to fill in the provided online application form. To complete the application form, the following documents are required:

Graduation Certificate and Transcript of Records (German or English) [PDF, PNG, JPG]

Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English or German [PDF]

Proof of English proficiency [PDF, PNG, JPG]

If required: Proof of German proficiency [PDF, PNG, JPG]

A personal statement (up to 300 words) in English or German, addressing your motivation to study Applied Data Science. You should describe due to which skills and personal interests you think you are qualified for the study programme.

Aptitude test: All international applicants from non-EU countries are required to pass an online aptitude test, which examines basic knowledge in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science. At the end of the application period, you will receive an email containing a personal link to the aptitude test and login credentials. The test will take 40 minutes and has to be completed within a few days. The test result will be part of the selection procedure.

Please prepare all documents before you start with the online application form. Make sure that the documents are properly formatted and scanned in an appropriate resolution. Furthermore, the document's labelling should be self-explanatory.

The entire application process is conducted online only. No hard copies are required. Please do not send any documents by mail unless requested to do so.

Please note: To submit the application form, JavaScript needs to be activated in your web browser.

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 Applied Data Science at University of Gottingen

Application procedure

All international applicants are required to pass an online aptitude test, which examines basic knowledge in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science. A few days after the end of the application period, you will receive an email containing a personal link to the aptitude test and login credentials. The test will take 60 minutes and has to be completed within a few days. The test result will be part of the selection procedure.

If you are on the shortlist for the programme, you will be invited to a personal interview. The interviews will probably be conducted via video call in December 2023.

For further information regarding the access requirements, please check the programme page.

Please note that the selection process usually takes a few months. Unfortunately, we are unable to answer questions about the status of your application.

Selection process

All international applicants are required to pass an online aptitude test, which examines basic knowledge in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science. A few days after the end of the application period, you will receive an email containing a personal link to the aptitude test and login credentials. The test will take 60 minutes and has to be completed within a few days. The test result will be part of the selection procedure.

If you are on the shortlist for the programme, you will be invited to a personal interview. The interviews will probably be conducted via video call in December 2023.

For further information regarding the access requirements, please check the programme page.

Please note that the selection process usually takes a few months. Unfortunately, we are unable to answer questions about the status of your application.

Application quick facts

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Direct to university

APS

Required for Application

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

Application fee

0 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

Institute of Computer Science

Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science

University of Göttingen

Goldschmidtstr. 7

37077 Göttingen

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

400 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,704 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

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Admission outcomes

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

Acceptance rate

0%

0 accepted out of 56 total applications

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

AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0

Based on 56 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

Based on 56 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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