SRH University

Applied Data Science and Analytics

Master of Science | Heidelberg, Hamburg

As a data scientist, you are in a key position when it comes to dealing with large and unstructured data sets and extracting knowledge from them. Find out more about our Applied Data Science & Analytics Master's programme here.

All Facts at a glance
Degree:
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Start:
1st april; 1st october
Model:
full time
Language:
English
ECTS:
120
Info:
accredited
Duration:
4 semester/2 years
Location:
Hamburg, Heidelberg, München
Costs:
from €750 per month -  Show costs split
Content of your studies

Learn more about data visualisation & AI

In the Master's programme in Applied Data Science and Analytics, you will acquire in-depth knowledge and an understanding of the entire data science process. You will learn how to apply mathematical, 
statistical, analytical and machine learning/deep learning techniques to gain insights from large and often unstructured data sets.

The data visualisation and storytelling part of this programme will enable you to use the data to provide stakeholders with valuable insights for decision-making. You will also learn in a practice-orientated way: You will work with real clients in project-based modules. In addition, you will complete a three-month mandatory internship in a company of your choice and can also write your Master's thesis in collaboration with a company. This way, you will gain almost a year of professional experience during your studies.

Career opportunities

Become a data scientist, data analyst, and more

With a Master of Science in Applied Data Science and Analytics and a qualification at all levels of data science, you will have the best opportunities in all sectors, including the manufacturing industry, banks, insurance companies, the IT sector, consulting, public or industrial research institutes, the healthcare sector and at colleges and universities. Graduates from previous years now work at ABB, Heidelberg Cement, Airbus, Accenture, Adidas, Audi, Bosch, BMW, BASF, Deloitte, Deutsche Börse, DKFZ, PWC, SAP and Verivox, as well as successful medium-sized companies. Our programme also qualifies you for a public sector position, research work, and doctoral programmes.

Possible fields of work:

  • Data scientist
  • Data analyst
  • Data engineer
  • Data architect
  • Business intelligence developer
  • Machine learning engineer
  • Deep learning expert
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Your modules

The Master's programme in Applied Data Science & Analytics provides practical data analysis and management knowledge. The first semesters focus on case studies, statistics, machine learning, data visualisation basics, and big data programming with Python. You will learn about databases, data collection and cleansing, followed by advanced topics such as text mining, big data architecture and interactive dashboards. You will also deal with data protection, ethics and international law. The final part is Advanced Data Visualisation, and you can choose between a case study or an internship.

This study programme prepares you for leadership roles in data science.

We will be happy to send you further information, including the complete curriculum.

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Voices of our graduates

SRH University attaches great importance to practical learning and a connection to the industry. I was impressed by the fact that the university emphasises practical projects, internships and real-life applications. This approach will give me valuable experience and prepare me for the challenges of the advertising industry.
HUY NGUYGEN, STUDENT APPLIED DATA SCIENCE AND ANALYTICS (M.SC.)
Using the latest tools such as Tableau, R Studio, Apache Spark and Python, we were able to analyse, manage and visualise data to gain meaningful business insights. Coming from an education and business management background, choosing this programme was the best decision to start my career in tech.
SUPRIYA NAYAK, STUDENT APPLIED DATA SCIENCE AND ANALYTICS (M.SC.)
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Costs

Smart financing

As a state-recognised private university, SRH University is financed by tuition fees. The fees go towards equipping our campuses, providing services for our students, and ensuring quality assurance. This way, we ensure you receive the best possible education under optimal study conditions.

Tuition fees Heidelberg

  • Citizenship | EU/EEA, including Western Balkans, Switzerland and Ukraine: €790 / month
  • Citizenship | non-EU/EEA: €6,450 / semester

Tuition fees Hamburg

  • Citizenship | EU/EEA, including Western Balkans, Switzerland and Ukraine: €750 / month
  • Citizenship | non-EU/EEA: €5,450 / semester

The monthly/semester tuition fees remain the same for the entire duration of the study programme. A one-off enrolment fee of €750 (EU/EEA) or €1000 (non-EU/EEA) is to be paid once.

Except for any placement, aptitude or equivalency tests, no separate examination fees or similar are charged, not even for repeat examinations. So, you'll have maximum cost transparency during your studies.

Goal-oriented studies require good organisational skills and solid financial planning on how to pay rent, living costs, and tuition fees. Various financing options, such as educational loans or scholarship programmes, are available for students.

We have summarised all financing options for you.

Admission requirements and application

Admission

You can apply at any time via our online portal. We will then check your application documents and invite you to a personal interview.

To apply for the Master's programme in Applied Data Science and Analytics, you will need to provide

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Mathematics, Business Informatics
  • Secondary School Certificate
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae with a current passport photo
  • Copy of your identity card or passport

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Application process

We look forward to welcoming you to SRH University. This is what our application process looks like:

  1. You submit your online application via the SRH application portal
  2. If you meet the admission requirements, we will invite you to a personal/phone interview
  3. If the interview is successful, you will receive an acceptance letter and the study contract
  4. You sign the study contract and send it back to us
  5. You pay the enrolment fee
  6. You will receive your letter of admission
  7. You take part in our Startklar days and then you are good to go!
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