Data Science (MSc)

Technische Universität Ilmenau · Ilmenau, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Campus
Ilmenau
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Starts
Winter and summer semester

Technische Universität Ilmenau does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Admission is partly based on a points system. Points are awarded as follows: Academic Background: 30 points for a Bachelor's degree in data science (DS), statistics, or a comparable field 25 points for mathematics 20 points for computer science (CS) Final Grade of Previous Degree: "Very good" (1.5 or better on the German scale): 10 points "Good" (2.0 or better): 5 points Subject-Specific Knowledge: Up to 15 points are awarded based on the content and scope of completed coursework. To receive the full 15 points, modules must be documented in the following areas with at least the stated credit points (CP): 15 CP in Analysis and Linear Algebra 5 CP in Mathematics of DS 15 CP in Optimisation and Numerics 10 CP in Probability Theory and Statistics 5 CP in Discrete Mathematics 15 CP in Programming, Algorithms, and Theoretical Computer Science 5 CP in Databases 10 CP in Software Development 10 CP in Machine Learning 5 CP in Ethical and Social Aspects of DS 10 CP for the Bachelor's thesis Alternatively, five points may be awarded if the following are met: 15 CP in Analysis and Linear Algebra 10 CP in Optimisation and/or Numerics 10 CP in Probability Theory and Statistics 10 CP in Programmi
English language requirement
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 TOEIC: 945 Reading: 455 Listening: 490 Speaking: 180 Writing: 180 PTE Academic: 76 IELTS Academic: 7 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
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About this programme

Dive deeper into the world of data and actively shape the future. Our English-language Master’s degree programme in Data Science builds on a solid Bachelor’s background and offers you a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge and engage with cutting-edge technologies. This programme is specifically designed to operate at the intersection of scientific innovation and industrial progress. In particular, you will be introduced to AI-supported decision-making based on existing mathematical models to address important societal issues. Furthermore, there is a special focus on the quantification of uncertainties as well as causal and Bayesian inference. You will also learn state-of-the-art techniques in the field of reinforcement learning and data assimilation, which are continuously being developed to make better predictions and decisions in critical areas such as climate change, weather forecasting, and medical research. Furthermore, you will be familiarised with IT tools such as cloud computing and data management, which are essential for modern data analysis.

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