Master of Science in Data Science for Society and Business Constructor University

Courses are held in English.

The two-year online MSc programme in Data Science for Society and Business (DSSB) is designed with a dual purpose. Firstly, it leverages the burgeoning availability of digital data along with novel computational tools and techniques to analyse, forecast, and possibly address critical challenges and observable trends within business, environmental, economic, organisational, political spheres, and more, such as the spread of innovation, migration patterns, infection risks, sustainable development, political activism, etc. Secondly, the programme responds to the increasing need for expertise in social data science and essential analytical skills across various sectors, including new industries like social media and start-ups, traditional fields like manufacturing and service industries, specific roles such as consulting and market research as well as marketing, in public administration sectors such as health and security, and throughout academia.

Degree and credits: Master of Science, 120 ECTS

Classes start the first week of September.

Application due by 15 July

Annual undergraduate 2025/26 tuition fees: 20,000 EUR
Annual graduate 2025/26 tuition fees: 20,000 EUR
Annual International Foundation Year 2025/26 tuition fees: 12,000 EUR
Annual online programme 2025/26 tuition fees: 5,000 EUR

Core components of the programme and the Methods Area include the following modules:

• Digital Societies and Future Economies
• Data Science Concepts
• Data Science Tools
• Mathematics for Graduate Students
• Digital Business Models and Functions
• Data Analytics
• Text Analysis and NLP
• IT Law
• Data Security and Privacy
• Ethics and the Information Revolution
• Digital Transformation and Innovation
• Artificial Intelligence in Business and Society for DSSB
• Visual Communication and Data Storytelling
• Database Management Tools in Python

The programme supports students in completing an internship in industry and research.

2,500 EUR

Annual undergraduate 2025/26 tuition fees: 20,000 EUR
Annual graduate 2025/26 tuition fees: 20,000 EUR
Annual International Foundation Year 2025/26 tuition fees: 12,000 EUR
Annual online programme 2025/26 tuition fees: 5,000 EUR

Approx. 330 EUR per semester, which includes public transportation*

*Does not apply to online degree programmes

• Letter of motivation
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• University transcript in English or German
• Bachelor's degree certificate or equivalent (may be handed in later)
• Two letters of recommendation
• A certificate demonstrating English language proficiency (see below)

An English language proficiency test with a minimum score of 90 (TOEFL), 6.5 (IELTS) or 110 (Duolingo)
Native speakers and applicants who have completed their undergraduate studies in English may be exempt from this requirement. Please note that most English proficiency tests are only valid for two years.

Application due by 15 July

The Tuition Deferral Programme is an innovative way to finance a portion of your tuition fees at Constructor University:*

• The deferral of tuition fees will be calculated automatically, and the option of deferring tuition fees will be available to you shortly after admission.
• You decide whether you want to take advantage of this personalised financing option.
• Granted independent of your financial situation
• Flexible repayment plan based on your future income and personal circumstances

*Scholarships, tuition deferral programme and need-based aid are not applicable to online programmes.

The Constructor University Career Services Centre accompanies students through all stages of their career development in order to enable them to become responsible leaders of tomorrow.
https://constructor.university/student-life/career-services

As most of our students have an international background, we focus on your well-being.