Start your career in Data Science
Master (M.Sc.) of Data Science

Start a new career – or advance in your current one -  in Data Science, on campus in Germany, and build a future-proof career in an in-demand profession. Earn an M.Sc. degree in Data Science from Germany’s largest university. 

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Start your career in Data Science
Master (M.Sc.) of Data Science

Start a career in Data Science, from the comfort of your own home, and build a future-proof career in an in-demand profession. Earn an M.Sc. degree in Data Science from Germany’s largest university, 100% online.

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Accredited, globally recognised degrees

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100 % flexible

You decide where and when you want to study

State-approved & accredited top-level education

First-class study programmes with a recommendation rate of 96%

Personal service & support

Your digital learning journey with personal support

German quality promise

All programmes are state accredited and recognized internationally. That's why 100,000+ students have put their trust in IU.

Kickstart your career in Europe

Benefit from 18-month post study job seeker’s visa as an IU student learning on campus and begin your career in Germany.

100% Flexibility

With IU you choose what, how and where you study. And depending on your preferred study format you can even start your first step towards your new career right away.

94% Job success

Our practice-oriented study programmes prepare you for your future career. This is why 94% of IU graduates find a job within 3 months after graduation.

Start your master in Data Science

In this age of digitalisation, Data Science is playing an increasingly important role in the media landscape and social discourse. Exciting use cases, technological innovations, or controversial discussions: it’s not always easy to keep track. Experts are therefore indispensable when it comes to developing and testing hypotheses.

Our Master in Data Science focuses primarily on current developments in software and infrastructure engineering, as well as on Big Data technology. You’ll learn to fully develop your problem-solving skills and take a methodical, focused, and logical approach to data science problems.

In order to best prepare you for the international job market, all of our study programmes are offered 100% in English.

Want to know more?

Download our free brochure for more details on:

  • Admission & financing options
  • Study content & modules
  • Specialisation options
  • Career prospects as an IU graduate

Start your new life in Germany: Study on campus at IU

  • A mix of online self-study and on-campus learning (2-3 days per week) in Germany
  • Full time only
  • 2-4 intakes per year – programme dependent
  • Pre-set study sequence with some flexibility online
  • All programmes taught in English

Other perks:

  • Free online German language course
  • Online career services, job listings platform & virtual networking events
  • Internship module (optional)
  • 18-month post-study visa eligibility

Access our exclusive career services

From the day you enrol at IU, we’re dedicated to helping you fulfil your professional goals. The IU Career Office will support you with exclusive online career services such as our job listings platform, live prep trainings, networking events, 1-on-1 career coaching, and more!

JobTeaser Online Platform

Our exclusive careers platform includes:

  • Over 130,000 job and internship offers*
  • 2,700+ international company contacts*
  • Company reviews from other students
  • Registration for IU career events & trainings
  • Tips, tricks, and useful links for your job search and application

*The numbers reflected above are subject to changes.

1:1 Session and Career Talks

You can book a virtual one to one session with a career advisor who will provide you with the best recommendation for your career.

In addition, we’re hosting weekly events where you can:

  • Be in direct contact with companies and recruiters
  • Get company and recruiting insights
  • Access job and internship opportunities
  • Network with professionals in diverse industries

Career Prep Trainings

We’ll help you prepare for your job hunt with:

  • Career planning and job search strategies
  • CV and cover letter how-to's
  • Interview techniques
  • Salary negotiations
  • Insights about the German business culture

All our study programmes include the following benefits

  • Teaching and study material
  • Marking of your end-of-module exams
  • Monthly live and recorded tutorials
  • Use of the online campus
  • Individual study coaching
  • Online exams
  • Career coaching
  • Learn English for free
  • 4-week money back guarantee
  • Teaching and study material
  • Marking of your end-of-module exams
  • Individual study coaching
  • Online exams
  • Career coaching
  • Learn English for free
  • On-campus tutorials, 2-3x week
  • Access to all on-campus services

A cutting-edge online learning experience

At IU, we're reimagining our approach to higher education. Experience our fully immersive online learning environment on your laptop, smartphone or tablet, at the click of a button.

  • AI-powered learning: Engage with Syntea, your personal AI learning assistant, for personalised interactive learning sessions, real-time feedback, and pre-assessment quizzes.
  • Flexible study tools: Stay on track with the IU Learn App and myCampus platform, where you can access course content 24/7 and monitor your progress, all on-the-go.
  • Online exams: Book and take exams at a convenient time, whenever you're ready.
  • Dedicated support: Get guidance from our study advisors, expert faculty, and network of alumni.

It's not just about studying - it's about succeeding on your own terms. Experience the future of education at IU today!

Why IU is the best choice

Your studies are flexible and 100% online

Schedule when you want to learn and study 100% online. At IU you have the possibility to complete your degree fully from home, whether full-time or part-time. You can even take your exams online whenever it suits you. 

Accredited & Globally Recognised

IU is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. All IU study programmes, materials, and services meet high internal and external quality standards, which are regularly reviewed and updated. We can also provide you with an official Europass Diploma Supplement once you graduate, to ensure that your degree is recognised in the EU.

You gain full support

We provide you with innovative learning tools, digital study material, tutorial videos, student advice and support, and forums to exchange with other students. You also have 24/7 access to our large online library. Your tutors are always available to answer your questions. Our study coaches are also available to help at any time.

The ideal mix of theory & practice

Our programmes provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of specialisations you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.

Hybrid Studies = More Flexibility

By combining in-person tutorials 2-3 times per week with 24/7 access to online study materials, you get to benefit from a more flexible study schedule. This allows you to work alongside your studies, or combine other activities, with relative ease. 

Accredited & Globally Recognised

IU is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. All IU study programmes, materials, and services meet high internal and external quality standards, which are regularly reviewed and updated. We can also provide you with an official Europass Diploma Supplement once you graduate, to ensure that your degree is recognised in the EU.

You Gain Full Support

We provide you with innovative learning tools, intimate campuses, easy access to lecturers, live teaching sessions, student advice services, and career support. You also have 24/7 access to our large online library. Your tutors are always available to answer your questions – and so are our study coaches.  

The ideal mix of theory & practice

Our programmes provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of specialisations you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.

Accredited and certified university

Our aim is to prepare you for the international job market. That is why every study programme we offer is state-approved, bears the seal of the German Accreditation Council and is globally recognised. When you study with IU, you will be assured of top-quality education.


Join thousands of international IU graduates

94 % of IU's graduates find a job within the first three months of graduating

Our degrees are supervised and accredited to match international education standards, and are therefore recognised around the world. 

Your studies at IU are designed to offer the best value for your future career: 

  • Practical work-skills 
  • Industry proven experience 
  • Latest professional developments 

An IU degree is proof for any potential employer that you’re ready to excel in your area of expertise. 

That’s why 94% of IU graduates find a job within 3 months of graduating.

What our students say

  • “With the IU Master, I was able to acquire valuable strategic-global leadership skills that are very much in demand in today's jobs.”

    Doreen Richter

    Graduate

  • “I chose IU International University of Applied Sciences because it is the most flexible of all the online universities I looked at.”

    Marie Arnold

    Online student

  • “I wanted to make a career change but to still be able to apply the knowledge I've gained to my work.”

    Anne-Kathrin Gansebohm

    Online student