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MScRestricted admission
Master
Applied Data Science
Winter: May 1, 2027Summer: Nov 1, 2026
Language
English
EURTuition
Free (400 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter and Summer
About Applied Data Science
Course description will be available soon. Please contact the university for more details.
Fields of study
Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)
Mathematics(Mathematics & Statistics)
Data Science(Computer Science & IT)
How to apply
Channeldirect
Modeunknown
APSRequired for Application
Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Applied Data Science at University of Gottingen
English language
IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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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)
Academic requirements
Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
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Minimum ECTS credits
180
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MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted
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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.
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.
Tests and documents
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
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Letters of Recommendation
Not Required
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GRE
Not Required
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GMAT
Not Required
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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
No
APS verification
APS certificate
Required for Application
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Prerequisites
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)).
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Applied Data Science
Programme-specific documents
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.
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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Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Applied Data Science at University of Gottingen
Application procedure
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.
Selection process
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.
Application quick facts
Apply via
direct
Mode
unknown
APS
Required for Application
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
Varies by programme
Complexity
MediumAddress
Institute of Computer Science
Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science
University of Göttingen
Goldschmidtstr. 7
37077 Göttingen
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Semester contribution
400 EUR
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Application fee
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one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,704 – 12,704 EUR
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
0%
0 accepted out of 56 total applications
Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0
Based on 56 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
Based on 56 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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