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Social and Economic Data Analysis

University of Konstanz
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Konstanz, Germany
Language English

Program Overview

The Social and Economic Data Analysis at University of Konstanz is a MSc programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Social and Economic Data Analysis programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Konstanz, Germany

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Social and Economic Data Analysis programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Probability Theory and Statistical Inference
  2. Research Design
  3. Big Data Scripting

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

1. Above average bachelor\'s degree in Economics, Mathematics/Statistics, Political Science, Computer Science or Sociology from a recognised university. The grade point average of your bachelor\'s degree should at least correspond to the German grade 2.5 (good). Students in the final year of their bachelor\'s degree who have not graduated yet are welcome to apply.
Required documentation:
  • officially certified copy of your original bachelor\'s degree certificate, with an official translation into German or English, if applicable
  • officially certified copy of your academic transcript for each year/semester of study, showing subjects taken, grades obtained, with an official translation into German or English (if applicable).
2. Documentation of your knowledge of at least three of the following Foundation of Data Analysis courses (or equivalents), ac- quired in your bachelor\'s programme: Econometrics I - Database Systems - Algorithms and Data Structures - Statistics I - Introduction to Survey Research - Mathematics I
3. Curriculum vitae in English
4. Statement written by you in English (one page), outlining your suitability and motivation for the programme.
5. Proof of adequate English language skills through one of the following tests: Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (minimum grade: C), or IELTS (minimum grade: 6.5), or TOEFL (minimum points: 92 paper-based or 237 computer-based or 580 internet-based).
6. Two letters of recommendation from university teachers stating your suitability and motivation for participating in the master\'s programme.
7. Results of the GRE test (Graduate Record Examinations) are desirable.
8. Application form
9. Application (informal) for recognition as a case of hardship (if applicable)
10. If you have been enrolled at a German university, you have to submit a confirmation of leaving this university (Exmatrikulationsbescheinigung).

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About University of Konstanz

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University of Konstanz

Konstanz, Germany

The University of Konstanz is a university in the city of Konstanz in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Its main campus was opened on the Gießberg in 1972 after being founded in 1966. The university is...

University Profile
  • Start Date 2017-10-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months