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M.Sc. Social and Economic Data Analysis (SEDA)

University of Konstanz Konstanz

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  • Up to 1,500 EUR/sem
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  • Winter intake
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  • 4 semesters
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  • 30 Apr
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About the programme

The University of Konstanz is a renowned institution located in the beautiful city of Konstanz, Germany. The university offers a wide range of courses, including the highly esteemed Social and Economic Data Analysis (SEDA) program. This course is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to analyze and interpret social and economic data, using various statistical and computational methods. The SEDA program at the University of Konstanz provides students with a solid foundation in quantitative analysis, allowing them to make informed decisions in a variety of professional settings. With its rigorous curriculum and dedicated faculty, the SEDA course at the University of Konstanz is a top choice for students interested in pursuing a career in data analysis.

Fields of study

Economics(Business & Economics)
Data Science(Computer Science & IT)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Social and Economic Data Analysis (SEDA) at University of Konstanz

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency: minimum grade C

IELTS: minimum grade 6.5

TOEFL: minimum grade 92 (internet-based points)

in individual cases, an equivalent test checked and recognized by the corresponding Examination Board

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German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
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An above average Bachelor's degree, at least corresponding to the German grade 2,5 (good) in on of the following subjects:

Economics

Political Science

Sociology

Psychology

or a related degree

You are welcome to apply in your final year of your Bachelor's programme. Please submit your current academic transcript as PDF (with an officially certified translation into English or German, if applicable).

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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

Sufficient English language skills through one of the following tests:

  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency: minimum grade C
  • IELTS: minimum grade 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT: minimum grade 92 points
  • Proof of at least 3 courses taught in English in a previous degree program
  • Proof of a Bachelor's degree in a degree program that was taught entirely in English

Academic requirements

An above-average bachelor's degree in economics, mathematics/statistics, political science, computer science, sociology or psychology from a recognized university with a standard minimum duration of study of three years. Students in the final year of their bachelor's degree course who have not yet graduated are also welcome to apply. Minimum standard period of study: 3 years

You will need to provide evidence of knowledge from at least two focus areas, acquired in at least three courses during your bachelor’s degree, as listed below.

1. Focus area: computer science.

  • Data visualization (Dept. of Computer and Information Science), principles of computer science in combination with a programming course (Dept. of Computer and Information Science).

2. Focus area: mathematics.

  • Discrete mathematics and logic (Dept. of Computer and Information Science), analysis and linear algebra (Dept. of Computer and Information Science), mathematics for data science (Dept. of Computer and Information Science), mathematics for economists (Dept. of Mathematics and Statistics), linear algebra I (Dept. of Mathematics and Statistics).

3. Focus area: statistics.

  • Statistics I (Dept. of Economics), statistics I (Dept. of Psychology), statistics (Dept. of Politics and Public Administration), statistics I (Dept. of History and Sociology).

4. Focus area: social-scientific methods.

  • Econometrics I (Dept. of Economics), introduction to survey methodology (Dept. of Politics and Public Administration), research design I: research design and causal inference (Dept. of Politics and Public Administration), empirical research methods (Dept. of Politics and Public Administration), empiricism: quantitative methods (Dept. of History and Sociology), methods I & II (Dept. of Psychology).

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Social and Economic Data Analysis (SEDA)

Programme-specific documents

1. scanned PDF academic transcript outlining your grades obtained from at least three courses from at least two focus areas. Please specifically mark these modules. You may add official course descriptions. If the original document is not in English or German, provide an officially certified translation

2. Degree certificate(s) (scanned PDF of originals and officially certified translations into English or German only)

3. Scanned test sheet proving English proficiency as outlined above

4. Full CV in English

5. One-page statement of purpose in English

6. Letters of recommendation on letter-head paper and signed must be sent by the referees to [email protected] separately as PDF-files in English or German.

7.If applicable, scanned PDF of original GRE score sheet

8.Applicants from China and Vietnam: APS certificate (original) issued by the German Embassy of your home country.

Important: successful MSc SEDS applicants will be required to submit all documents in original or as officially certified copies upon registration at the University of Konstanz.

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 Social and Economic Data Analysis (SEDA) at University of Konstanz

Application procedure

You can apply via the following website :

The application portal opens on the 25th of March.

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Selection process

According to the admission rules, a series of soft and hard criteria decide on the admission of a candidate. The following critera do play a role for the admission committee:

What is the candidate's former study programme?

At which institution did he/she study before?

What grades were achieved?

Who has written the reference letters and how emphatetic is the recommendation given?

Is the motivation letter substantial?

What other professional/academic experiences does the candidate have?

Application quick facts

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Direct to university

Mode

online

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

Address

Alexandra Morris, Universitätsstraße 10, 78464 Konstanz

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Costs

Tuition

Up to 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

179 EUR

per semester

Application fee

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Estimated year-1 total cost

12,262 – 15,260 EUR

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

Additional fee information

Non EU/EEA Citizens: 1500 EUR /semester.

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