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Become a data savvy
Part-time study program of Applied Data Science (M.Sc.)
Targeted view of the big picture
Applied Data Scientists possess great mathematical-statistical knowledge and IT know-how and combine it with targeted management in the company. They analyze data in a well-founded manner, process it in an application-oriented way, and offer strategic solutions. The intermediaries between business unit and analysis experts are rare and in demand worldwide. Where else would you find this kind of career opportunity?
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Facts
Start of study
Usually on April 1 and October 1 of the respective year
Duration of study
24 months part-time in 3 study sections
Set-up
Blended Learning:
- 12 modules/on-site phases of 2.5 days each in small groups in Hamburg
- Self-study via online learning platform and literature before each class
- Language of instruction: German
- Supervision provided by the Study Office Hamburg and lecturers with practical experience, in person and online
Degree
Master of Science (M. Sc.) degree with doctorate entitlement and admission to higher civil service
Tuition fee
Please refer to the current fee schedule. The fees already include all study materials and examination fees.
Start of study
Usually on April 1 and October 1 of the respective year
Duration of study
24 months part-time in 3 study sections
Set-up
Blended Learning:
- 12 modules/on-site phases of 2.5 days each in small groups in Hamburg
- Self-study via online learning platform and literature before each class
- Language of instruction: German
- Supervision provided by the Study Office Hamburg and lecturers with practical experience, in person and online
Degree
Master of Science (M. Sc.) degree with doctorate entitlement and admission to higher civil service
Tuition fee
Please refer to the current fee schedule. The fees already include all study materials and examination fees.
Up to
700
free bachelor and master study places per year
More than
200
master's graduates anually
Over
7.500
alumni
Up to
700
free bachelor and master study places per year
More than
200
master's graduates anually
Over
7.500
alumni
Applied Data Science (M.Sc.)
Study information
Your part-time Master's program at NORDAKADEMIE includes practice-relevant content developed together with the business community and a three-month, interdisciplinary practical project. As a result, you will achieve a broad-based qualification in all essential areas of Applied Data Science. The study modules include:
Basic modules
- Data Science Project Organizations
- Sustainable business management
- Statistical Methods
- Scientific work & ethics
Mandatory modules
- Data Mining
- Data Management
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Multivariate Data Analysis
- Reporting and Visualization
This learning content enables you to select suitable analysis methods, to perform basic analyses independently using suitable software, and to provide support for complex analyses.
In addition, you can choose from a wide range of elective courses on topics such as IT project management, process mining, or text analytics.
You can also participate in a study trip to India, South Africa or China and optionally in the International Week of the IPADE Business School in Mexico.
It takes five months to complete your master's thesis.
Four to six weeks before your first lecture, you will receive access to the first study materials. At the beginning of your studies, you will also receive your student ID card.
Consistent study groups enable you to have an intensive exchange and excellent cooperation. In the Master's project, you will also work together in interdisciplinary teams. All modules follow one another in time with subsequent examinations. This means that you only have to prepare for one exam at a time.
If, due to your personal or professional situation, it is not possible for you to complete your studies in the standard period of study, you can extend your study period by eight months free of charge.
Our recommendation: When comparing the tuition fees of private universities, you should always look out for "hidden" costs, e.g. for enrollment, exams or study time extensions. If providers do not disclose these fees or only inform you about them after you have been entered in a list of prospective students, you will often be charged above-average fees.
A Master's degree in Applied Data Science at NORDAKADEMIE opens up excellent career prospects for you - because experts in this field are in demand worldwide.
As a graduate of our program, you will be able to plan, organize and manage data science projects. You will have an accomplished data competence and will always have the big picture in mind. Your actions will focus on the goals of the company.
As a link between divisional and analysis experts, you will be a competent contact person for management and analysis tasks. There are also many opportunities for you to specialize - for example, in strategic or operational consulting tasks or data science project management.

Your future starts now:
Your future starts now:
General info
Application for your part-time Master's program at NORDAKADEMIE:
- Online application
- Potential test: knowledge test, personality test, English test
- Selection interview
- Conclusion of contract
We attach great value to good advice and support and are happy for you to ask us any questions you may have. We also take a lot of time for you during the selection process. Our multi-stage selection process has proven its worth over the years and contributes significantly to the well above-average success rates in our degree programs.
We would be happy to talk to you personally on site, by phone or by e-mail.
Please note, that for studying at NORDAKADEMIE, a C1 level in German is required. The application process and further enrollment will therefore be in German.
Admission requirements
A total of 300 credits are required for the master's degree, including doctoral eligibility. Since the master's program comprises only 90 credits, applicants with fewer than 210 credits from their first degree must make up the missing credits before graduating with a master's degree. In this case, admission is granted on the condition that the missing credits are made up before graduation from the master's program.
Also a C1 level in German is required to study at NORDAKADEMIE.
Missing credit points
Since the Master's programs at NORDAKADEMIE comprise a total of 90 credits, if you have a Bachelor's degree with 180 credits, you still have to make up 30 credits by the time you graduate. You can do so before, during or after the standard period of study in the Master.
You can acquire missing credit points at the NORDAKADEMIE through
- up to two term papers with 10 credit points each
- successful completion of continuing education modules of 5 credit points each
- successful completion of a certificate course for 30 credits each
Term papers
You propose the topics for the assignments yourself and agree them with the examiner by submitting an exposé. Topics for which you already have prior knowledge, e.g. from professional practice or from continuing education modules, are suitable. You can begin with a term paper even before the start of the actual Master's program.
Important: Prerequisite is admission to the Master's program and payment of the first tuition fee. After receipt of payment, you will receive your access data and can register the term paper via the internal campus information system. For information on additional fees, please refer to the current fee schedule. It is due upon confirmation of the topic.
Further education modules
After admission to the Master's program or after payment of the first tuition fee, you can also take continuing education modules. You can complete these - as well as the term papers - before starting the actual Master's program. Costs can be found in the current fee schedule. We will confirm successful participation with a certificate.
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Curriculum
Take a look at your curriculum:
Please note, that for studying at NORDAKADEMIE, a C1 level in German is required. The language of instruction at NORDAKADEMIE is German.
International Weeks
Gather intercultural experience and exchange ideas internationally - during the optional International Weeks you can travel to India, South Africa or China. It is also possible to attend the IPADE Business School's International Week in Mexico City.
Regulations and statutes
Find here an overview of all examination regulations and statutes of NORDAKADEMIE:
Please note that you will be redirected to our German website, as a C1 level in German is required to study at NORDAKADEMIE.
Jobs for Master
The recruitment exchange
You want to do your Master's degree but don't have the right job yet? Jobs for Master takes you further: We connect you with companies that are looking for suitable candidates for open positions or want to attract high potentials. Our renowned partners, some of whom operate worldwide, are constantly posting new attractive offers with us. Best prospects for you!