Master Data Science

The Master’s program in Data Science at the University of Basel combines a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, and machine learning with a comprehensive range of courses in systems and software design, enabling students to build computational infrastructures for the efficient and secure handling of modern datasets. The program offers a modern curriculum structured into Mathematical Foundations, Machine Learning Foundations, and Distributed Systems Foundations. Students benefit from excellent teaching by internationally renowned mathematicians and computer scientists and maintain close links to cutting-edge research. Through the synergy with the University’s Center for Data Analytics, students have the opportunity to write their master’s thesis based on real-world datasets from a variety of disciplines.

Graduates of the Master’s program in Data Science acquire the skills to systematically analyze datasets from diverse domains in order to extract new insights and knowledge and to inform decision- and policy-making processes. They are familiar with the current state of machine learning, deep learning, applied statistics, and distributed systems, and are prepared to independently address the ongoing changes in this dynamic field.

The two-year program concludes with the degree of Master of Science in Data Science. This degree can be complemented by independent research leading to a doctorate in Computer Science or Mathematics, in particular within the PhD Program in Data Science at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, or in related fields.

Studying Data Science at the University of Basel opens up a wide range of career opportunities in business and industry and provides the theoretical foundation for a career in research and academia. Data scientists are currently among the most sought-after and highly paid professionals across many sectors.