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What you need to apply for Applied Data Science at University of Gottingen
UNIcert at least Level III
NULTE-Certificates at least level C1
Cambridge English Scale at least 180 points
International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) at least Band Score 6.5
Test of English as a Foreign Language, internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) at least 95 points
Global Scale of English (Pearson Academic) at least 76 points
at least two years of studying or working in an English-speaking country within three years prior to application
a successfully completed degree programme of at least two years with English as exclusive teaching language (please upload an official document as proof)
A bachelor’s degree with at least 180 ECTS is needed. If the degree has not yet been awarded, a minimum of 135 ECTS is required for application.
At least 60 ECTS have to be successfully completed in basic Data Science methods, e.g. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or Mathematics. This can be fulfilled by different kinds of Bachelor's programmes. If you have covered less than 60 ECTS in Data Science methods, you can compensate up to 15 ECTS through additional courses within your master's program.
A bachelor’s degree with at least 180 ECTS is needed. If the degree has not yet been awarded, a minimum of 135 ECTS is required for application.
A personal statement (up to 300 words) in English or German, addressing your motivation to study Applied Data Science. You should describe due to which skills and personal interests you think you are qualified for the study programme.
Required
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A bachelor’s degree with at least 180 ECTS is needed. If the degree has not yet been awarded, a minimum of 135 ECTS is required for application.
At least 60 ECTS have to be successfully completed in basic Data Science methods, e.g. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or Mathematics. This can be fulfilled by different kinds of Bachelor's programmes. If you have covered less than 60 ECTS in Data Science methods, you can compensate up to 15 ECTS through additional courses within your master's program.
Legally binding are the admission requirements described in "Regulations on access requirements and admission" (see [Regulations](https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/619515.html) ).
English language proficiency CEFR C1
or
English language proficiency CEFR B2 and German language proficiency equivalent to [DSH](https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/7710.html) level 2.
Verification is required. Please find a comprehensive list of the accepted proofs [here](https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/630842.html).
Legally binding are the admission requirements described in "Ordnung über die Zugangsvoraussetzungen und über die Zulassung" (see [Regulations](https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/619515.html)).
What to prepare for your application to Applied Data Science
For application you have to fill in the provided online application form. To complete the application form, the following documents are required:
Graduation Certificate and Transcript of Records (German or English) [PDF, PNG, JPG]
Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English or German [PDF]
Proof of English proficiency [PDF, PNG, JPG]
If required: Proof of German proficiency [PDF, PNG, JPG]
A personal statement (up to 300 words) in English or German, addressing your motivation to study Applied Data Science. You should describe due to which skills and personal interests you think you are qualified for the study programme.
Aptitude test: All international applicants from non-EU countries are required to pass an online aptitude test, which examines basic knowledge in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science. At the end of the application period, you will receive an email containing a personal link to the aptitude test and login credentials. The test will take 40 minutes and has to be completed within a few days. The test result will be part of the selection procedure.
Please prepare all documents before you start with the online application form. Make sure that the documents are properly formatted and scanned in an appropriate resolution. Furthermore, the document's labelling should be self-explanatory.
The entire application process is conducted online only. No hard copies are required. Please do not send any documents by mail unless requested to do so.
Please note: To submit the application form, JavaScript needs to be activated in your web browser.
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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All international applicants are required to pass an online aptitude test, which examines basic knowledge in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science. A few days after the end of the application period, you will receive an email containing a personal link to the aptitude test and login credentials. The test will take 60 minutes and has to be completed within a few days. The test result will be part of the selection procedure.
If you are on the shortlist for the programme, you will be invited to a personal interview. The interviews will probably be conducted via video call in December 2023.
For further information regarding the access requirements, please check the programme page.
Please note that the selection process usually takes a few months. Unfortunately, we are unable to answer questions about the status of your application.
All international applicants are required to pass an online aptitude test, which examines basic knowledge in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science. A few days after the end of the application period, you will receive an email containing a personal link to the aptitude test and login credentials. The test will take 60 minutes and has to be completed within a few days. The test result will be part of the selection procedure.
If you are on the shortlist for the programme, you will be invited to a personal interview. The interviews will probably be conducted via video call in December 2023.
For further information regarding the access requirements, please check the programme page.
Please note that the selection process usually takes a few months. Unfortunately, we are unable to answer questions about the status of your application.
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Institute of Computer Science
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University of Göttingen
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37077 Göttingen
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