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Copenhagen Business School

Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, DenmarkReviewed 22 October 2026

CBS combines programming, quantitative analysis and business decision-making in its Data Science master's.

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CBS combines programming, quantitative analysis and business decision-making in its Data Science master's. Students apply computing methods to organisational problems, with elective opportunities followed by a thesis.

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  1. MSc in Business Administration and Data Science — two years, 120 ECTS, full-time, English
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Academic eligibility

  • A qualifying bachelor's or equivalent, with at least 30 ECTS across information technology, quantitative methods and/or economics.
  • Admission is selective, not guaranteed by a particular bachelor's.
  • The application includes the programme's personal statement; selection assesses relevant coursework and grades alongside the statement.

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Language requirements

  • English A-level: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall and at least 6.0 in each section, or an approved alternative.
  • IELTS must be less than two years old at the application deadline; One Skill Retake is not accepted.
  • A general English-medium bachelor's letter is not an automatic exemption.

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Study intakes

  • September entry.
  • The separate winter intake is limited to Digital Business, not this Data Science programme.

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Application deadlines

  • Applicants who need a Danish study residence permit use group two: 15 January at 23:59 CET, opening 15 December.
  • Group one's 1 March deadline applies to other eligible applicants.
  • Language evidence is due by the same deadline.

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International tuition

  • The current full-time master's tariff is EUR 8,000 per semester / EUR 16,000 per year for fee-paying students.
  • CBS does not date that tariff to a particular academic year on the admissions page.
  • Treat it as the amount published at review, not a guaranteed 2027 quotation.
  • Living costs and applicable application charges are additional.

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Scholarships & funding

  • Competitive state awards can include a tuition waiver and DKK 8,000 monthly for up to 22 months.
  • Eligible applicants request consideration in the admission portal and include a personal statement by 15 January.
  • Awards depend on academic selection and continued progress; they are not automatic or need-based.

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What can international students study at Copenhagen Business School?

Selected programme options include MSc in Business Administration and Data Science — two years, 120 ECTS, full-time, English. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for Copenhagen Business School?

A qualifying bachelor's or equivalent, with at least 30 ECTS across information technology, quantitative methods and/or economics. Admission is selective, not guaranteed by a particular bachelor's. The application includes the programme's personal statement; selection assesses relevant coursework and grades alongside the statement. English A-level: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall and at least 6.0 in each section, or an approved alternative. IELTS must be less than two years old at the application deadline; One Skill Retake is not accepted. A general English-medium bachelor's letter is not an automatic exemption.

How much are international tuition fees at Copenhagen Business School?

The current full-time master's tariff is EUR 8,000 per semester / EUR 16,000 per year for fee-paying students. CBS does not date that tariff to a particular academic year on the admissions page. Treat it as the amount published at review, not a guaranteed 2027 quotation. Living costs and applicable application charges are additional. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for Copenhagen Business School?

Applicants who need a Danish study residence permit use group two: 15 January at 23:59 CET, opening 15 December. Group one's 1 March deadline applies to other eligible applicants. Language evidence is due by the same deadline. September entry. The separate winter intake is limited to Digital Business, not this Data Science programme. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

Can Vidhyarthi Mithram guarantee admission or a scholarship?

No. Our team can help compare your academic profile with requirements, organise documents and explain application steps. Admission, funding and immigration decisions belong to the institution and responsible authorities.

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