Master's programme

Data Science

Data science is one of the most promising career paths nowadays. Our
two-year research Master's programme prepares you for a research career in
data science. Its goal is to train you how to advance the state of the art in data
science, leading to new theories and applications that will shape our
data-driven future.

FIELD OF EXPERTISE
Data Science deals with all the steps of data processing from collecting and
cleaning, to analysing and visualising, with the goal of gaining novel and
relevant insights. The Master’s programme in Data Science goes beyond
applying existing analytical tools, algorithms, and machine learning
principles. It enables you to push existing technologies to higher levels,
create new functionalities of data processing, and communicate the findings
convincingly and transparently to a broad audience.
Data scientists are building the foundation of Big Data. Modern AI solutions
cannot be materialised without advanced methods to identify the data that
matters, techniques to efficiently manage those massive volumes, tools to
apply the necessary computational tasks, or effective ways to communicate
the results.

Through this programme you become part of a rich ecosystem that includes
the Utrecht AI Labs and organisations like TNO, and UMC. This allows you to
interact with respected organisations in the field and also apply your
research to specific real-world use cases.

A FIT FOR YOU?

Our Master's programme aims at students who are eager to learn how to
develop new technologies and methods for the processing of data. You aspire
to make an impact in science and society, applying data science to solve
significant challenges society is facing, such as inequalities, pollution and
◼ Push the limits of data science global warming. This requires an open mind, novel ideas, and a collaborative
attitude.
◼ Understand how data science
can be applied to solve modern
challenges PROGRAMME OUTLINE

Excellent career opportunities • Duration: 2 years (Fulltime)

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• ECTS credits: 120
• Language: English
• Start: 1 September, 1 February
• Application deadline: 1 April, 1 September for non-EU students; 1 June / 15
October for EU/Dutch students

• Degree: Master of Science (MSc)

• Officially registered as: Informatica (code 66978).
 THIS MASTER'S PROGRAMME IN UTRECHT
◼ Is a research-oriented programme, offering a broad set of
career opportunities;
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◼ Follows a unique and holistic approach to all the research

domains of the data processing pipeline, from data
preparation to analysis and visualisation;
◼ Focuses on algorithm development, system building, and
architectural design, advancing the field of data science to
new levels, creating novel, and innovative solutions.

CURRICULUM "EDUCATING THE CURIOUS AND EAGER MINDS"

The programme consists of compulsory and elective courses
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"The new research Master’s programme in Data Science aims at

(75 EC) divided over two years. The second year concludes with
educating and preparing the curious and eager minds in
a research project that results in a thesis (45 EC).
becoming the future scientists who will push the limits of data
The five compulsory courses are: science beyond its current state of the art. Although data science
◼ Data Mining has opened many interesting opportunities in various disciplines,
◼ Knowledge and Data Engineering
there will be only that much that can be done if we are only
◼ Scientific Methods
◼ Data Intensive Systems based on what is so far available. We need the scientists that will
make the necessary breakthroughs, lead the design of novel
CARREER PERSPECTIVES theories, devise novel methods, and develop more effective
Companies and organisations have understood that the only
tools."
way to survive and thrive in the modern business
environment, is by exploiting the data to its full potential. This
is why, since its conception, the field of data science has
Prof. Yannis Velegrakis, Programme Leader
enjoyed an increased popularity and data scientists have
remained as one of the most well-paid professions. Graduates
of the research Master’s programme in Data Science can aim at
key positions where research findings need to be developed,
promoted, adopted, and materialised in practical scenarios to
have a significant impact in science and society. They can take
roles requiring a good understanding of the existing
technologies and a vision of novel solutions that cover the
existing needs.

APPLICATION
Applicants must hold one of the following degrees:
◼ A BSc in Computing Science, Data Science, or Artificial
Intelligence;
◼ A BSc in a Computing Science related discipline,
containing a significant amount of Computing Science,
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Data Science and AI-related courses;

◼ A university of applied sciences diploma ‘Hogere
Informatica Opleiding’ (HIO) or (Technical) Computer
Science, with a grade point average of at least 7.
◼ A Master's degree in Applied Data Science (or Data Science)
in the Netherlands with score of at least 7.0 on the Dutch
score scale from 0 to 10.

More information

Email: coordinator.dasc@uu.nl
Email : admissions.dasc@uu.nl

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