Name: MSc in Data Science
Price: 144 USD

QS Rank:

224

Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen Nrnberg

Bavaria

Germany

Program Rank

Overview

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Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen Nürnberg (FAU) is a prominent public research university in Germany, known for its interdisciplinary Humboldtian approach. The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Data Science is an interdisciplinary graduate program designed to develop expertise in data analysis and processing. Taught completely in English, it emphasizes hands-on teaching and research, covering data analytics, AI, machine learning, and statistics. The program benefits from strong cooperation with local industry partners like Siemens, Schaeffler, and Adidas, offering valuable networking and practical experience.

Total Tuition Fees

$288

Duration

24 Months

Ranking

#224

QS World University Rankings

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Class Profile

Class Size

Average Age

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the M.Sc. in Data Science are well-prepared for specialist and research positions in industry and academia due to the high demand for data science professionals, particularly in Germany. A scientific career, such as doctoral studies, is also a viable path after completing the Master's degree.

Prospective Job Roles

AI Specialist

Data Analyst

Data Scientist

Researcher

Consultant

Machine Learning Engineer

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Eligibility Criteria

At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.

At least 2 years of bachelor degree.

Accepted fields include Mathematics, Industrial Mathematics, Mathematical Economy, Computer Science, Data Science, Physics.

At least 2.5 / 4.0 undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
IELTS
5.5

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Transcript
Resume
English Proficiency Test

Degree Certificate
Master SOP

Application Deadlines

	Final	Application Deadline	Document Submission Deadline
Winter	May 31, 2026	N/A	N/A
Summer	Nov 30, 2026	N/A	N/A
Fall	N/A	May 31, 2027	N/A
Spring	N/A	N/A	Mar 10, 2027

Fees and Funding

The program does not charge tuition fees. A mandatory semester fee of approximately €144 per year applies. Cost of living and health insurance are estimated for Erlangen/Nuremberg, Germany.

Tuition Fees

$144 / year