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    Data Science

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    Aachen, DEMScIn-person2 years
    120
    Credits

    Data Science at RWTH Aachen University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Aachen, DE.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program covering data analysis and systems engineering with foundations in computer science, mathematics, and statistics. Offers specialization in computer science, mathematics, or application areas like business analytics, computational life science, and physics, culminating in a master's thesis.

    Focus: both
    62 (Times Higher Education, Computer Science, 2026), 101-200 (QS World University Rankings by Subject, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, 2026) | 3 (Times Higher Education, Computer Science, 2026)

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    Deadlines

    Summer 2027
    Sep 1, 2026
    Winter 2027/28
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min quantitative reasoning score: above 75th percentile (among 25% best); verbal reasoning score: above 15th percentile (among 85% best); analytical writing: minimum score 3.5
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Refer to RWTH English language requirements (no program-specific minimum stated)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Refer to RWTH English language requirements (no program-specific minimum stated; academic IELTS required)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

    €13,200.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Data Science at RWTH Aachen University online or in-person?
    Data Science at RWTH Aachen University is offered in-person.
    How long does Data Science at RWTH Aachen University take to complete?
    Data Science at RWTH Aachen University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Data Science at RWTH Aachen University?
    Post-completion work rights for Data Science at RWTH Aachen University: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)