PhD Programme in Data Science (PDS)
University of Göttingen
Program Overview
Data Science is a scientific field that has emerged at the interface of computer science, mathematics, statistics and applications. It is interdisciplinary by nature combining...
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Only for doctoral programmes: any time
Duration
6 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
The stated annual salary (e.g., TV-L E13: €50,000–€65,000 for 100%) refers to a full-time position. In practice, many universities and public research institutes (such as Leibniz institutes) offer part-time contracts, commonly 50%, 65%, or 75%, and only occasionally 100%. The actual salary is therefore proportional to the contract percentage. Applicants are strongly advised to clarify the employment percentage before accepting an offer.
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
There are no language requirements, but IELTS, Cambridge Main Suite or TOEFL are recommended.
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
Successful completion of a qualifying Master's programme comprising at least 240 ECTS or an equivalent qualification (e.g. "Diplom", Master of Science, Master of Arts, state examinations) with relation to data science (for example, but not limited to, data science, machine learning, statistics, computer science, mathematics, etc.) acceptance by a PhD supervisor with examination admission for PDS and formation of a thesis committee comprising two additional members (a list of potential PDS supervisors is available from https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/577092.html ; choose “Data Science” as the programme in the drop-down menu.)
APS Certificate
Not required for PhD/doctoral programmes.
IELTS Score
Not specified
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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