M.Sc. in Data Science
Berlin, Germany
DURATION
24 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
EUR 7,470 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
Blended, On-Campus
* Price for Master 120 ECTS, includes discount on tuition fees. For more details check IU’s website.
Introduction
Why should you pursue a Master's degree in Data Science?
IU's program provides advanced training and expertise in handling and analyzing large-scale data, enabling you to extract valuable insights, make informed decisions, and drive data-driven innovation across industries.
With IU degree in Data Science, you’ll be a specialist in the current developments in software, infrastructure engineering, and big data technology. By equipping you with the right skills, this programme will help you transform into an expert capable of developing challenging data science applications and systems, in both the private and public sectors.
This programme is available onsite at IU's international campus, in Berlin, and you’ll have the option to continue with an 18-month post-study work visa, which allows you to work in and explore Germany. Further more, you will have the opportunity to learn in small study groups and apply your knowledge practically.
What does it mean to study on IU Campus?
• All programs taught in English
• 2-4 intakes per year – program dependent
• A mix of online self-study and on-campus learning (2-3 days per week) in Germany
• IU’s AI-driven teaching assistant helps you prepare for exams, find materials in the virtual library, and clarify questions
Other perks:
• Study and collaborate in small groups during on-campus tutorials
• Free online German language course
• Access to jobs board and optional internship module
• Optional internship module
• 18-month post-study visa eligibility
Why IU?
• Blended learning: Attend tutorials on campus only 2-3 times per week
• Flexible: Study online at your schedule the rest of the week
• Explore work-study options in Germany: up to 20 hours per week while studying
• Career-oriented: IU provides specialized degree programs in high-demand fields.
• Courses: combine theory and practical application through real-life case studies
• Kickstart your career in Germany: after graduation with an 18-month post-study visa
• All programs are accredited: according to German and EU standards in education
• IU degrees are internationally recognised and can be converted to overseas equivalents for work or further studies
• Recognised by WES Canada & US and member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
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Curriculum
In your Master’s degree in Data Science, you’ll primarily study current developments in software and infrastructure engineering, as well as Big Data technology.
As you work through each of these individual topics, the key focus will be on practical problem-solving skills.
The aim of this course is to prepare you to work as a specialist, who can develop challenging data science applications and systems, in both the private and public sectors.
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Rankings
Accreditations, Rankings, and Memberships
 | AccreditationIU International University of Applied Sciences has received system accreditation from EQAR, FIBAA, the German Accreditation Council, and the German Council of Science and Humanities. This means that their courses, faculty and teaching materials meet the rigorous standards set according to European academic guidelines and they can now accredit their own programmes. |
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| Awards and RankingsIU is the first German university to get 99/100 on the QS Stars Report, but they also topped 6 out of 25 categories in Germany’s largest university ranking by CHE. Recently IU’s online MBA programmes ranked 26th in Europe in the prestigious QS Online MBA Rankings, an impressive achievement and recognition on the international stage. |
| | MembershipsIU is a member of the Business Graduate’s Association, Online Learning Consortium, AASCB, and UNESCO's Global Education Coalition. These memberships give them connections to other institutions, companies, and NGOs as well as top-tier degree programmes and lifelong learning development courses. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, IU helps students in need to continue their education and pursue lifelong learning Since April 2023, IU is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), the largest university association in the world with foreign universities as an associate member. IU is also the only European member of Association of African Universities (AAU), a network of over 420 universities and research centres from across the African continent |
Global Recognition and Academic Partners
Global RecognitionAs IU is recognised by WES Canada and U.S., their degrees can be converted into points according to local academic standards in the Canadian Immigration Point System and American Immigration Assessment Scheme. |
Academic PartnersThrough partnerships with academic institutions from all around the world, IU offers a more affordable way for students to study and live abroad. The IU Study Abroad Alliance lets students start a degree online at IU and complete it at a partner university in the US, Canada, Australia or Europe, where career opportunities are aplenty |
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Career Opportunities
Career Possibilities
The Master’s program in Data Science will provide you with an entry point to various fields of work, such as engineering, or consulting.
As a data science specialist, you’ll be able to take on challenging tasks in both the private and public sectors. Once you’ve completed your degree, you could work as...
Senior Data Scientist
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Data Science Consultant
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Data Science Developer
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