Program Overview

EIT Digital Master School Program – Data Science

The EIT Digital Master School Program in Data Science is a unique two-year academic program that offers students the opportunity to study data science, innovation, and entrepreneurship at two different leading European universities. This program is recommended for applicants who already have a BSc degree in Computer Science and would like to expand their opportunities in the field of data science.

Program Details

• Title: EIT Digital Master School Program – Data Science
• Degree: Master in Computer Science
• Type: Double/Multiple degree program
• Level: Master
• Faculty: Faculty of Informatics
• Language: English
• Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)
• ECTS credits: 120

Description

Data abounds, and with a wealth of data available, we are at a point in history where we can conduct analyses to detect, discover, and better understand the world around us. The Data Science Masters offers a unique two-year academic program, whereby students study data science, innovation, and entrepreneurship at two different leading European universities. Students acquire in-depth technical skills in scalable data collection techniques and data analysis methods. They learn how to use and develop a suite of tools and technologies that address data capture, processing, storage, transfer, analysis, visualization, and related concepts.

Strength of Program

The EIT Digital Master School is a flagship education on an advanced level provided by leading European universities and IT companies. It offers a two-year education in which you can choose two universities in two different European countries with a double degree at the end. This means that two leading universities' technical competence and skills are together in this program, joining forces to offer a competitive education. Next to the strong technical background, the program provides Innovation and Entrepreneurship education in 25% of the program, which means that students gain knowledge about how industry works and how research results can be turned into service or product, even before they graduate. The program also includes a 4-month internship to be done at one of the EIT Digital partner companies, where students can experience world-changing innovations from first hand.

Career Opportunities

The profession was described as "Sexiest Job of the 21st Century" by Harvard Business Review. The data scientist masters scalable data management, data analysis, and domain area expertise to extract key knowledge and solve real-world problems. Data science is a highly innovative area, and data scientists' skills are highly valued across all fields within the private sector, government, and non-profit organizations. Job examples include:

• Data Science consultant
• Data Analyst
• Data Science Specialist

Tuition Fees

• EU/EEA students: 2500 EUR per semester (winning scholarships and half tuition fee waiver is possible)
• Non-EU/EEA students: 7500 EUR per semester (winning scholarships and half tuition fee waiver is possible)
• Application fee: 75 EUR
• Registration fee: 250 EUR
• Other costs: Scholarship deposit (refundable): 500 EUR

Admission Requirements

• Application periods:
  • Period 1: 31 October – 11 February
  • Period 2: 11 February – 15 April
  • Period 3: 15 April – 1 June
• Entry requirements:
  • Previous studies: A completed Bachelor's degree encompassing a minimum of 180 ECTS credits or equivalent academic qualifications from an internationally recognized university.
  • Conditional acceptance: Students in their final year of undergraduate education may also apply and, if qualified, receive a conditional acceptance.
• Language requirements:
  • Minimum level of language proficiency (oral): B2
  • Minimum level of language proficiency (written): B2
• Documents to submit with application:
  • Bachelor-level degree
  • Transcript of records
  • CV
  • Motivation letter
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Copy of the main pages of the passport (needs to be valid)
  • Language certificate
• Optional documents for admissions:
  • Letter of Reference (also called "Letter of recommendation")
  • Letter of Authorization (if the applicant uses the services of a non-contracted third party during the application process)

Application Procedure

The application is to be done online. Students need to register in the system, fill in the online application form, upload the required documents, and follow the instructions during the application process. The applicants are evaluated and ranked based on the submitted application documentation. The ranking is based on a total evaluation of academic excellence (based on the submitted documents, including CV and motivation letter).

Program Leader and Coordinator

• Program leader: Péter Kiss, Assistant professor
• Program coordinator: Réka KÖKÉNY, Student Advisor

Start Program and Deadline for Applications

• Start program: 01 September 2026
• Deadline for applications - September intake: 22 May 2026
• Is there a February intake: No

This program offers a unique opportunity for students to gain in-depth knowledge and skills in data science, innovation, and entrepreneurship, preparing them for a successful career in this highly innovative and valued field.