MSc

Computer Science: Data Science

Learn more about studying Computer Science: Data Science as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    8,134EUR
  • Start date
    Oct
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What IU International University of Applied Sciences says about their program:

In this age of digitalisation, data science plays an increasingly important role in the media landscape and our social discourse. Exciting use cases, technological innovations, or controversial discussions: it’s not always easy to keep track. As a result of the field‘s vitality, data scientists are in great demand. In many organisations, data literacy, and therefore, the number of “Citizen Data Scientists” – people who create models based on advanced diagnostic analytics, although their actual jobs are outside this area of competence – is increasing.

Against this background, data science experts are indispensable when it comes to developing and testing hypotheses, as they are the ones who help companies make sense of the data they collect. Our Master‘s degree in Data Science focuses primarily on current developments in software and infrastructure engineering, as well as on Big Data technology. You’ll learn to fully develop your problem-solving skills, and how to take a methodical, focused, and logical approach to data science problems.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate, such as A-Levels, IB Diploma, or a high school diploma
  • A subject-related higher education entrance qualification
  • Admissions Interview to assess an applicant’s English proficiency, motivation to study at IU in Germany, and fit for their chosen program based on background and career goals.

Postgraduate academic requirements

General Master Entry Requirements

  • Completed degree from a public or officially recognized university/higher education institution
  • For 60 ECTS programs, you will need to have already acquired 240 ECTS credits
  • For 120 ECTS programs, you will need to have 180 ECTS credits
  • At least a “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent earned in your previous education (GPA of 70% for Indian students)
  • Admissions Interview to assess an applicant’s English proficiency, motivation to study at IU in Germany, and fit for their chosen program based on background and career goals.

*For some master's programs, you will need to have achieved your undergraduate studies in a relevant field, gain one year of professional work experience, or previous knowledge in certain subject areas before reaching 50% of your ECTS.

MBA Entry Requirements

  • Completed degree from a public or officially recognized university/higher education institution
  • At least a “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent earned in your previous degree
  • Your undergraduate studies must amount to 210 ECTS credits to begin a 60 ECTS MBA
  • Your undergraduate studies must amount to 180 ECTS to begin a 90 ECTS MBA
  • You will need to have at least one year of professional work experience before starting an MBA program

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • Academic IELTS

    6.0

  • TOEFL IBT

    80

  • Cambridge Certificate

    B2 First with min. score of 169

Postgraduate

  • Academic IELTS

    6.5

  • TOEFL IBT

    90

  • Cambridge Certificate

    B2 First with min. score of 176

English proficiency waivers

  • English is your native language
  • Graduated from an English-speaking school or university

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Admissions interview
  • Translations
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Study contract signed (this will be made available for download at the end of your Online Application Form)
  • Proof of work experience (for certain Master or MBA programs)
  • CV (in tabluar form)
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Fees and funding

Fee information

On-Campus Programs

  • Undergraduate tuition

    €5,021 per year

  • MBA/Master tuition (1 year program)

    €10,099 per year

  • MBA tuition (1.5 year program)

    €9,593 per year

  • Master tuition (2 year program)

    €7,072 per year

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What is the cost of living near IU International University of Applied Sciences?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Köln-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€1,022
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€759
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€337
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€37
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€13
Monthly public transport pass€63
Monthly grocery basket€138
Coffee shop drink€4
Cinema or cultural event ticket€14
Gym membership€41

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for IU International University of Applied Sciences

Many international students will require a visa to study in Germany, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Germany student visa requirements