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University of Mannheim

Mannheim, Baden-Wuerttemberg, GermanyReviewed 23 October 2026

The Mannheim Master in Data Science combines machine learning, data management and responsible data analysis.

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The Mannheim Master in Data Science combines machine learning, data management and responsible data analysis. Projects, seminars and a master's thesis develop research skills alongside technical study in Mannheim.

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Academic eligibility

  • A recognised relevant bachelor's degree of at least 180 ECTS or three years is required, with German-equivalent grade 2.5 or better.
  • An equivalent degree must include at least 70 ECTS in computing, mathematics or statistics.
  • Many non-EU applicants must also provide GRE Quantitative 162 and Verbal 151; citizenship, German qualifications and other specified exemptions apply.
  • Applicants still completing a degree need at least 130 ECTS at application.

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Language requirements

  • Teaching is in English.
  • Accepted evidence includes IELTS Academic 6.0 or better, TOEFL iBT 72, or an approved alternative such as a degree taught and examined at least 50% in English.
  • Test evidence may normally be up to five years old.

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Study intakes

  • Four semesters, approximately two years.
  • The programme offers September and February starts in Mannheim.

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Application deadlines

  • Spring 2027 applications are planned for 15 October to 15 November 2026.
  • The published recurring autumn window is 1 April to 15 May; the calendar introduces the 2027/28 cycle but retains older table headings.
  • Confirm the autumn 2027 portal dates before submission; English evidence has separate later deadlines.

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International tuition

  • For spring 2027, the semester contribution is EUR 194.
  • Most degree-seeking students from outside the EU/EEA additionally pay EUR 1,500 tuition per semester under Baden-Wuerttemberg rules.
  • Statutory exemptions are assessed individually; this is not a tuition-free route for every Indian applicant.
  • Living costs are additional.

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Scholarships & funding

  • The Deutschland Scholarship pays selected students EUR 300 per month.
  • International students can qualify, but the 2026/27 application round has closed; the next round is expected in spring 2027.
  • Funding and tuition-fee exemption are separate decisions.

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What can international students study at University of Mannheim?

Selected programme options include Mannheim Master in Data Science (M.Sc.). 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 University of Mannheim?

A recognised relevant bachelor's degree of at least 180 ECTS or three years is required, with German-equivalent grade 2.5 or better. An equivalent degree must include at least 70 ECTS in computing, mathematics or statistics. Many non-EU applicants must also provide GRE Quantitative 162 and Verbal 151; citizenship, German qualifications and other specified exemptions apply. Applicants still completing a degree need at least 130 ECTS at application. Teaching is in English. Accepted evidence includes IELTS Academic 6.0 or better, TOEFL iBT 72, or an approved alternative such as a degree taught and examined at least 50% in English. Test evidence may normally be up to five years old.

How much are international tuition fees at University of Mannheim?

For spring 2027, the semester contribution is EUR 194. Most degree-seeking students from outside the EU/EEA additionally pay EUR 1,500 tuition per semester under Baden-Wuerttemberg rules. Statutory exemptions are assessed individually; this is not a tuition-free route for every Indian applicant. Living costs 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 University of Mannheim?

Spring 2027 applications are planned for 15 October to 15 November 2026. The published recurring autumn window is 1 April to 15 May; the calendar introduces the 2027/28 cycle but retains older table headings. Confirm the autumn 2027 portal dates before submission; English evidence has separate later deadlines. Four semesters, approximately two years. The programme offers September and February starts in Mannheim. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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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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