Master Data Science (MSc)
IU International University of Applied Sciences – Online
Key Information
Campus location
Online
Languages
English
Study format
Distance learning
Duration
12 - 48 Months
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
EUR 1,936 / per year *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* 60 ECT full-time tuition. The price displayed includes the graduation fee and scholarship. Students don’t have to pay for additional fees, such as applications
Introduction
Your degree, your way:
The Master Data Science at the IU deepens your knowledge of all areas of Data Science with contents like Machine Learning and Big Data Technologies. With the completion of your studies, you are an expert in Data Science and by this, you can open doors to exciting and diverse jobs like Senior Data Scientist or Data Science Developer.
Your door to data-driven enterprises
Data is becoming the most important asset of data-driven enterprises and plays a pivotal role in tackling the challenges of tomorrow. From the optimisation of existing production lines to the creation of new business models, data-driven decisions are at the centre of digital businesses.
Innovation springs from bright minds - IU's international Master's programme puts you into the driver's seat of your future career in Data Science. Graduates from their courses go on to become technical gurus, team leaders of successful data-science teams, or value-driven masterminds who turn data into action.
Why IU?
- Germany’s largest University: With over 100,000 students from more than 153 countries
- Digital, Flexible, 100% online: IU offers outstanding, innovative digital learning materials and a great online environment for success in your studies wherever you are with online classes and exams 24/7.
- Fully Accredited Degree: All IU's degrees benefit from German state accreditation and are internationally recognized in major jurisdictions such as the EU, US and UK
- Study at a 5-star rated University from QS: IU is the first German university that achieved a 5-star rating for Online Learning from QS
- International Focus, Practical Orientation: 94% of their graduates have a job within six months of graduation.
- Scholarships available: Depending on your situation, motivation, and background, IU offers scholarships that can reduce your tuition fees by up to 67%.
A short overview of your study
- Degree: Master of Science (MSc)
- Credits: 60 ECTS or 120 ECTS
- Start of study: Anytime (no fixed start date or enrolment deadlines)
- Study duration: Standard period of study: 12, 18 or 24 months (60 ECTS) or 24, 26 or 48 months (120 ECTS).
- Study model: Online study including online exams 24/7
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Career Opportunities
Career Relevance
The Master in Data Science is a significant door opener and definitely a boost for a fantastic career in data-driven businesses. IU helps you to experience the best online studies and supports you on your way to a breathtaking career. Please take a look below at some practical examples of great positions this degree can lead to.
Explore your opportunities
There is a huge demand for data scientists and IU’s excellent reputation in academia and industry gives IU graduates significant leverage for a successful career. Our programmes combine state-of-the-art lectures with industry-leading best practices and allow you to boost your career in your country of origin, in Germany or one of the 25 Schengen countries covered by a post-study work permit.
Admissions
Curriculum
Find the best programme for your needs and career goals: at IU we offer four different master´s programmes specializing in Data Science:
- Data Science (60 ECTS)
- Data Science for Smart Manufacturing (60 ECTS)
- Data Science for Autonomous Vehicles (60 ECTS)
- Data Science (120 ECTS)
Within our two-semester Master programmes, you receive your Master's degree after just one year!
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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, the German Council of Science and Humanities, and WES Canada. This means their courses, faculty and teaching material all match the rigorous standards that have been set for them and they can now accredit their own programmes. | |
Cambridge Assessment International Education / High School Diploma A-LevelsIU is the first online university partner of Cambridge International's high school diploma A-Levels. Students now have a chance to earn a high school diploma while studying for a bachelor’s degree – with no additional cost. The A-Levels is a unique 12-month course with a 150-hour workload, which you take alongside your bachelor courses. The A-Levels concludes with an exam that can be retaken an infinite number of times. | |
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. |
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. In April 2023, IU became the first German university to be a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), the only public authority in India that ascertains foreign institutions. This means that their on-campus programmes are recognised by employers across India and other Commonwealth Nations. |
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. |
Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
Online Scholarship Initiative: Save up to 67%!
Get your European degree from the largest universities for online studies in Germany — without sacrificing your job or family commitments!
With over 20 years of experience and over 100,000 worldwide students, IU offers scholarships from 25% up to 67%.
Distance learning at IU International University of Applied Sciences offers students the opportunity to develop on a personal and professional level and advance their careers through flexible, practice-oriented study.
You can start your education whenever you want - studies and exams are available to you 24/7.
(Be aware that IU scholarships are not available to students from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland)
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