Program details
English
Language of Instruction
Oct, Apr
Available Intake(s)
The Master's programme in Data Science of the University of Marburg serves to deepen knowledge and provide specialisation for the acquisition of competencies in dealing with (big) data. Taking into account the new requirements in a digitalised society and the resulting changes in the professional world and the associated transdisciplinarity, you will acquire an expanded skill set and knowledge in the field of computer science and applied mathematics. Building on these, you will be able to independently develop solutions to technical and scientific problems as well as to apply and critically assess scientific findings and deal with them responsibly in an application context. In order to achieve these goals, the Master's programme consists of specialisations in information technology, such as machine learning, software development of scalable systems and big data technology as well as applied mathematics. In addition, it is optionally possible to choose an area of application. In any case, you will become acquainted with concrete applications through the project-oriented parts of the studies and strengthen your social and team working skills. Besides a software project with a duration of one year, in which you practice data science skills such as data modelling and analysis, you will participate in at least one seminar, in which you practice working with relevant scientific literature. In the individual Master’s thesis, you will work on research-related problems from data science.
A GCQ360 counsellor can help you with eligibility, documents, and your application timeline.
Following the Bologna guidelines on European university education, the course is structured so that 30 credit points (ECTS) should be achieved every semester. The different modules in the Master's programme add up to 120 ECTS: Compulsory Elective Modules in Mathematics (18 ECTS points) According to your own interests, you can deepen and broaden your knowledge and competences in applied mathematics by choosing from our long list of electives. This broadens your spectrum of mathematics skills and provides you with the foundation to critically investigate modern research questions and to apply modern methods. Free Compulsory Elective Modules (24 to 48 ECTS points) In this study area, you choose at least 24 ECTS points from our long list of electives in computer science according to your own interests, to deepen and broaden your knowledge and competences in this discipline. If the optional application area is not selected, the scope of free elective modules grows allowing you to further specialise in topics of the disciplines computer science as well as mathematics. Application Area Modules (optional; 18 to 24 ECTS points if selected) Optionally, you can select an application area (such as medical informatics, social sciences, geoinformatics or languages), which consists of fundamental modules from another subject area and relevant data-science modules. These modules are coordinated such that the most relevant data-science competences for the application in the domain of the subject area can be combined. Practical and Seminar Modules (24 to 27 ECTS points) This study area serves to deepen your practice-oriented scientific skills. These include competencies essential for data-science specialists to carry out a research project in group work, usually involving modelling and implementation in an extensive, data-centric software project. In one or two seminar modules, you can sharpen your profile as well as practice to compare and evaluate research results. In a dedicated module, you will learn and practice techniques of scientific work in data science in an individual project. Master's Thesis (30 ECTS points) The final phase of the course is the Master's thesis. Students apply the skills acquired during the taught part of the programme. You will work on your own research project under the guidance of an experienced professor. | German language courses: No | English language courses: No
As of Sep 7, 2026, verify on the university’s site.
https://www.uni-marburg.de/en/studying/after-your-first-degree/masters-programs/application-for-a-masters-programme/master-application-deadlines
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No minimum language level required
Tuition Fee
No tuition fee
This university charges no tuition fee. A compulsory semester contribution (administration, student services and usually a local transport pass) is normally still payable and is not included here.
Looking for living expenses, accommodation, scholarships, placements, or campus facilities? See the university page.
There is a semester fee, which includes the mandatory student union membership (required by state law) and a free travel pass for public transport in the state of Hesse and beyond, as well as access to subsidised accommodation and meals. In the summer semester of 2026, the semester fee amounted to approx. 406 EUR. https://www.uni-marburg.de/en/studying/life-at-umr/finance
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The market situation for accommodation is not easy in Marburg. However, the university assists international students in finding suitable and affordable accommodation. The student services office ("Studierendenwerk Marburg") maintains student residence halls with a total of approx. 2,100 units. Apart from single rooms, there are two- to three-room flats for student families. Only students registered at Marburg University are entitled to a place in a residence hall. The "Konrad Biesalski House", in which handicapped and non-handicapped students live together, offers round-the-clock assistance. A bus service and services such as physiotherapeutic exercises and massage baths are offered. Many students live in private accommodation or shared flats. The supply of flats in the centre of Marburg is limited, especially in the Old Town ("Oberstadt"). The situation on the outskirts of Marburg and in the immediate vicinity is better. There are good bus connections. Experience shows that demand for accommodation is highest at the beginning of each semester (April, October), so you should start looking for accommodation around the end of the previous semester (February, July) if possible. https://www.uni-marburg.de/en/studying/life-at-umr/housing
Living costs depend on individual lifestyles and on regional prices. The Marburg foreigners' registration office ("Ausländerbehörde") requires international students to prove that they have at least 992 EUR per month at their disposal in order to cover their living costs. https://www.uni-marburg.de/en/studying/life-at-umr/finance
No minimum language level required
None
Please find details on the course website.
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Within certain legal limits, job opportunities are available for international students. Fluent German is required for most jobs. Employment for international students must be approved by the foreigners' registration office. There are hardly any legal restrictions on taking academic assistant jobs at the university. Further information on job opportunities and university career services: https://www.uni-marburg.de/en/studying/life-at-umr/work-1
Welcome event Tutors
Our Career Advisory Service supports students transitioning from their studies to professional life. Each semester, Marburg University offers a wide range of workshops and events on topics such as job applications, career planning, and entering the workforce, which are open to students from all faculties. In one-on-one counselling sessions, some in cooperation with the Employment Agency’s Career Team in Marburg, students receive advice regarding career orientation and career options in Germany. Our staff support students in integrating their strengths, interests, and values in order to actively shape rewarding career paths.
International students at Marburg University can profit from a profound support structure that accompanies them throughout their study journey. Our student orientation portfolio covers orientation programmes, mentoring programmes, workshops, seminars, intercultural training, get-togethers, and leisure activities. Counselling services advise on all aspects of studying and living in Marburg, ranging from peer office hours and housing support services to the general study advisory service.
This university has not published its own document list, so this is what a student going to Germany is generally asked for. Confirm the exact list with the university.
Bucerius Law School
Funding
Merit- and need-based awards toward the EUR 25,000 tuition fee
Applicants to the Master of Law and Business (LLM/MLB) programme; early-bird and scholarship deadline is January 15 for the September intake
National Merit Foundation
Funding
Full tuition waiver
For students admitted to an accredited university program, based on financial need and merit.
Il servizio di scambio accademico tedesco (DAAD)
Funding
EUR Research Stays, Scholarships, and Master's Programs
Students from pontifical universities.
Data Science (MSc) is a Master program in Computer Science offered by Philipps-Universität Marburg in Marburg, Germany.
Minimum qualification required: For this consecutive programme, a BSc in Data Science, in Computer Science, in Mathematics, or a comparable university degree with a minimum GPA is required. In any case, in-depth knowledge in the disciplines of computer science and mathematics must be documented, including in particular in the area of machine learning. Admission is based on an eligibility assessment procedure. At the time of application, students should have been awarded at least 144 ECTS points. Detailed information on admission requirements: https://www.uni-marburg.de/en/studying/degree-programs/sciences/datasciencems Language requirements: The teaching language is English but the exams can be taken in English as well as in German. Therefore, it is possible to apply with either English proficiency of at least level C1 of the CEFRL or English proficiency of at least level B1 of the CEFRL and German proficiency of at least level DSH-2..
English proficiency test requirements vary -- a GCQ360 counsellor can confirm the exact score needed for this program.
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No, this program does not require a GRE or GMAT score for admission.
Available intakes include: .
This specific program does not list a dedicated scholarship, but GCQ360 can help you explore other funding and scholarship options at Philipps-Universität Marburg.
This program is offered in Full-time mode, taught in English at the Marburg campus.
This program has no minimum work experience requirement. No thesis is required to graduate.
Yes -- a GCQ360 counsellor can guide you through eligibility checks, documentation, and the application process for Data Science (MSc) at Philipps-Universität Marburg, Marburg, Germany.
