Requirements
The application process (aptitude assessment) for the intake winter semester 2024/25 is completed. The program is discontinued. There will not be any further application periods in the coming years.
- Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) in Statistics or Informatics or related disciplines (at least 180 ECTS or equivalent).
- Excellent knowledge in Informatics and Statistics. Applicants need to provide evidence of knowledge in the following fields:
- Statistical Science and Data-Based Modelling: This includes, in particular, statistics and topics such as data mining, probability theory, and machine learning (at least 30 ECTS or equivalent). (Average Grade 2)
- Computer Science and Computational Methods: This includes, in particular, data structures and algorithms, database systems, programming principles and practice, software engineering (at least 30 ECTS or equivalent). (Average Grade 3)
- Overall Average Grade must be better than 1.5. The overall average grade is composed of (1) Average Grade 1: the average grade from the best performance (equivalent to 150 ECTS), (2) Average Grade 2, and (3) Average Grade 3. → Overall average grade = (Av1+Av2+Av3)/3
- Proficiency in English: at least B2 CEFR (or equivalent); or English university entrance qualification; or first degree in English.
You need to fulfill all the requirements if you want to apply.
You may also want to check the topics for the interviews.