MSc

Data Science for Sustainability

Learn more about studying Data Science for Sustainability 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
    14,000EUR
  • Start date
    Feb, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Modul University Vienna says about their program:

The MSc in Data Science for Sustainability offers robust technical training in the latest data science technologies plus plenty of opportunity for real-world impact. As you participate in the Sustainability Analytics Project, you will apply the skills and knowledge garnered during your degree to real-world sustainability challenges faced by industries and governments.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Successfully completed their secondary education and hold a School Leaving Certificate/High School Leaving Certificate or
  • IB Diploma (min. 24 points) with Math Studies score of minimum 5 points, a Math Standard Level score of minimum 4 points, Analysis and Approaches SL minimum 4 points or HL minimum 3 points, Applications and Interpretation SL minimum 4 points or HL minimum 3 points

Postgraduate academic requirements

Masters Programs:

  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum duration of three years

MBA Program:

  • Bachelor's degree with professional work experience (3+ years)

Doctorate Programs:

  • Master's degree (or equivalent) in either business or one of the social sciences

English proficiency

Bachelor's

  • TOEFL iBT

    79 (minimum of 22 points in writing is required)

  • IELTS

    6.5 (no band below 6.0. A minimum of 6.0 in writing is required)

  • FCE

    Minimum grade B and a minimum of 173 points

  • PTE

    59

Master/MBA

  • TOEFL iBT

    95

  • IELTS

    7.0 (no band below 6.5)

  • CAE

    From Grade C. A minimum of 180 points is required

  • PTE

    76

Doctorate

  • TOEFL iBT

    100 (no band below 20)

  • IELTS

    Between 7 and 7.5 (no band below 6.0)

English proficiency waivers

Exceptions will only be considered for students who are English natives or have completed their high school education entirely in English at recognized International Schools following American, British, or IB curricula. However, our admissions committee maintains the authority to request any additional evidence of English proficiency if deemed necessary.

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Passport identification page
  • Passport sized photograph
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • Curriculum vitae (personal data sheet)
  • Letter of motivation (description of reasons for applying to Modul University Vienna)
  • One letter of recommendation (from academic sources)

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Passport identification page
  • Passport sized photograph
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • Curriculum vitae (resume)
  • Letter of motivation (1 A4 page)
  • Two letters of recommendation (from academic sources)
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Bachelor program tuition

    From €14,000 to €18,000 per year

  • Master program tuition

    From €14,000 to €18,000 per year

  • MBA program tuition

    €22,00 per year

  • Doctorate program tuition

    €18,000 per year

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What is the cost of living near Modul University Vienna?

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

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€1,132
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€840
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€313
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€33
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€14
Monthly public transport pass€51
Monthly grocery basket€282
Coffee shop drink€5
Cinema or cultural event ticket€13
Gym membership€36

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and how-to-austria.com (Editorial estimate).

Visa requirements for Modul University Vienna

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

Austria student visa requirements