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MSc
Master
Language
English
EURTuition
Free
Intake
Winter and Summer
About Data Science
Course description will be available soon. Please contact the university for more details.
Fields of study
Data Science(Computer Science & IT)
How to apply
Channeldirect
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Data Science at RWTH Aachen University
English language
IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0
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English level of B2 or higher
Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
120
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MOI accepted as English proof
Not Accepted
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Supplementary Sheet Data Science
Tests and documents
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
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GRE
Required
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GMAT
Required
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Quantitative Reasoning: minimum 75th percentile,
Verbal Reasoning: minimum 15th percentile,
Analytical Writing: minimum score 3.5
Only the GRE General Test containing all three parts (Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning and Analytical Writing) is accepted. The following minimum scores are required: Verbal Reasoning: min. 15% in percentile-score Quantitative Reasoning: min. 75% in percentile-score Analytical Writing: min. 3.5 points
APS verification
APS certificate
Required for Application
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Prerequisites
In order to get admission to the M.Sc. Data Science you must fulfill the following criteria.
You need a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or a related area.
You must fulfil one of the following profiles Computer Science, Mathematics or Physics.
You need a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or a related area.
You must fulfil one of the following profiles Computer Science, Mathematics or Physics.
If you do not have an EU citizenship or a German Abitur you need a GRE test with the following scores:
Quantitative Reasoning: minimum 75th percentile,
Verbal Reasoning: minimum 15th percentile,
Analytical Writing: minimum score 3.5
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Data Science
Programme-specific documents
1. Copy of your transcript of records or your diploma supplement.
2. A module catalog or course descriptions of all the courses you completed in your studies.
3. Tabular resume
4. Additional documents required by the Examination Board of your Master's course of study (for example Graduate Record of Examination (GRE) result, TestAS).
4. Supplementary Sheet Data Science
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application procedure
Application quick facts
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APS
Required for Application
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
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Complexity
MediumAddress
Templergraben 55, 52062 Aachen, Germany
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Semester contribution
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Application fee
0 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
11,904 – 11,904 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
40%
2 accepted out of 5 total applications
Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0
Based on 5 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
Based on 5 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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