Data Science Hamburg University of Technology

The language of instruction is English. Individual modules in the elective programme might also be offered in German.

German language courses are offered before and during the programme.

The curriculum of the Master's programme in data science is structured as follows:

• Core qualification: modules teaching the foundations of data science
• Specialisations: Three different specialisation areas (mathematics, computer science, and applications) allow students to focus on different aspects of data science. It is possible to focus on a certain specialisation, but at least one module from each area needs to be taken.
• General qualification: modules on non-technical topics, business & management, research methods, and a seminar

Project work and Master’s thesis can be done at different institutes of the TUHH, allowing each student to work on a research-oriented project.

Teaching the methodology and logic of engineering – "learning to think" – is a key aspect of studies at TUHH. Only in this way can one acquire the knowledge to keep pace with rapid technological change. This sound theoretical foundation is rounded off by a well-balanced mixture of practical application in internships, projects and thesis work. It should be noted that students at TUHH are trained to think and decide for themselves, to learn and work independently as well as in international teams representing many different academic, national and cultural backgrounds. TUHH promotes interdisciplinary research, teaching and learning. Students will be integrated into research and development projects at an early stage. This facilitates a smooth transition to working life.

International applicants from outside the EU:
If you have a non-EU nationality and do not currently have a right of residence in an EU country, your application period is from 1 December to 1 March. We conduct an online application process. Detailed information on the application and admission procedures can be found here.

Applicants within EU (incl. Germany):
If you have an EU nationality or you have a resident permit for an EU country, your application period is from 1 June to 15 July. We conduct an online application process. Detailed information on the application and admission procedures can be found here.

For German students, one semester abroad is strongly recommended, and optional for students of foreign nationalities.

No tuition fees

Approx. 350 EUR

Around 950 EUR per month

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's or equivalent degree in a data science programme or an equivalent programme with sufficiently strong background in computer science and mathematics.

https://www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/studying/before-studying/degree-courses/international-study-programs/how-and-when-to-apply.html

International applicants from outside the EU:
If you have a non-EU nationality and do not currently have a right of residence in an EU country, your application period is from 1 December to 1 March. We conduct an online application process. Detailed information on the application and admission procedures can be found here.

Applicants within EU (incl. Germany):
If you have an EU nationality or you have a resident permit for an EU country, your application period is from 1 June to 15 July. We conduct an online application process. Detailed information on the application and admission procedures can be found here.

To a limited extent, partial funding in the form of performance-related scholarships, scholarships linked to support work, and scholarships for the final phase of the programme is available for international students at TUHH. For more information, please refer to https://www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/education/students/organisational-details-about-your-studies/financing-your-studies.

In principle, there are opportunities to work part-time as a teaching or research assistant at TUHH. However, such jobs cannot be arranged in advance and from a distance. Since the course schedule is very tight and employment regulations for international students are quite restrictive, students cannot depend on this source of income only.

The TUHH accommodation office provides advice and assistance regarding accommodation.

The Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH) was founded in 1978 and specialises in training engineers. There are 7,500 students registered at the university; almost one in every five students is of foreign nationality.

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