Bachelor Data Science

We are surrounded by data and, in our Bachelor's degree programme in Data Science, you’ll learn how to interpret it correctly, so that you can generate trend-setting ideas – today and in the future.

100% International

Study at your own pace from anywhere in the world

100,000+ students

enrolled in Germany’s largest university

96% Recommendation rate

Get a rewarding career with an IU Data Science degree

Data Science encompasses the generation of insights and value from raw data and is the core of digital businesses across all sectors, and to succeed in it you need a diverse mix of capabilities and skills. IU’s online Bachelor Data Science helps you acquire all of these skills at you own pace, with full-time and part-time options available. Learn how to handle statistics, analyse and visualise data as well as finding out how to use machine learning to aid your work. This statistical knowledge and our practical programme will give you demonstrable portfolio which will set you apart from other applicants. Your degree could lead to a successful career as a data scientist, data engineer or an analytics consultant to name a few.

Online

Complete flexibility: Study any time on any device
Affordable: Flexible monthly payments
Choose a time model which suits your lifestyle

On campus

Study in small groups in close contact with your lecturer
Work in and explore Germany with a hybrid study model
Apply for an 18-month post-study work visa for after you graduate

Study in our most flexible format - whenever and wherever you are. Choose to study full-time or part-time, depending on your needs.

Start in our online format with all its benefits. When you're ready, complete your degree on campus to start your career in Germany. With our 18 month post-study work visa option!

Study your whole degree in Germany and utilize all on campus benefits. Small classes and tutoring, networking and career events, post-study work visa and much more!

Your degree summed up

All the important details about the programmes

Study model

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
180 ECTS credits
Study format: Online / On Campus

Duration of study

36 months
Part time models available

Study fees

Starting from ~~US$ 261~~ US$ 241 per month

Accreditation

English
All study programmes are accredited in line with German and European standards

Admission

High School Certificate
English Skills

Affordable study fees

Depending on your study model, you can pay on a monthly, semester, or yearly basis

Your career is our passion

IU is the leading private university for online studies in Germany. We put great emphasis on maximum flexibility in our study models to help you fit learning to your schedule. Whether you want flexible online studies from home or want to join us on campus in Germany, we’ll help you do just that and get you started on the path to your ideal career.

Get your fully accredited German degree from the largest private university to offer online studies in Germany. We already serve over 85,000 students worldwide.

Our partnerships

75% of young South Africans are not in education, training, or employment.

South Africa has the highest youth unemployment rate in the world, and the highest gini coefficient in the world. IU has partnered with The Knowledge Trust to close the skills gap by offering bursaries to empower the youth and build pipelines of future talent for employers.

We recognise that everyone has different financial circumstances, that’s why we partnered with South Africa’s leading education finance specialist, Fundi. They offer a wide range of financial solutions to enable South African students to pursue the future they deserve. Through Fundi, you can get loans for courses, as well as discounts and payment plans for tablets and laptops.

Fundi gives you all the tools required to succeed in your journey towards career success without the stress of wondering if you have the money to do it. If you need an education loan contact Fundi: support@fundi.co.za or call their call center: 0860555544.

What our students say

“The flexible online learning model means I can work during the day and still set aside roughly 5 hours daily to study my course modules. It really helps me balance work and studies.”

Velile Freddy

BEng Industrial Engineering, South Africa
“I chose the MBA program at IU (International University) because I recently left my job to operate my own businesses full-time and I want to learn how to better manage my team and serve as a strategic partner to my clientele.”

Tokyo Ndela

MBA, South Africa
“I chose my degree as it’s IT-oriented...and in today’s digital era, the field is bustling with opportunities for graduates. I’m glad that I had the opportunity to get an IU scholarship so I could afford to increase my employability and pursue my dreams.”

Shamila Adegboye

B.Sc. Business and IT, South Africa
“In addition to growing as an IT professional, I also want to develop professionally in the area of IT business. This gives me the perfect balance between IT and Business.”

Reon Smith

Bachelor Business and IT, South Africa
“I've found all the modules in my program useful, eye opening and interesting for me. They are all well-structured, informative, and knowledgeable.”

Julia Nkosi

Master of Engineering, Engineering Management, South Africa
“My educational journey at IU equips me with the necessary skills to take on management roles and will hopefully open doors internationally for me in my career.”

Charles Chitondo

MBA Big Data Management, South Africa

“The flexible online learning model means I can work during the day and still set aside roughly 5 hours daily to study my course modules. It really helps me balance work and studies.”

Velile Freddy

BEng Industrial Engineering, South Africa
“I chose the MBA program at IU (International University) because I recently left my job to operate my own businesses full-time and I want to learn how to better manage my team and serve as a strategic partner to my clientele.”

Tokyo Ndela

MBA, South Africa
“I chose my degree as it’s IT-oriented...and in today’s digital era, the field is bustling with opportunities for graduates. I’m glad that I had the opportunity to get an IU scholarship so I could afford to increase my employability and pursue my dreams.”

Shamila Adegboye

B.Sc. Business and IT, South Africa
“In addition to growing as an IT professional, I also want to develop professionally in the area of IT business. This gives me the perfect balance between IT and Business.”

Reon Smith

Bachelor Business and IT, South Africa
“I've found all the modules in my program useful, eye opening and interesting for me. They are all well-structured, informative, and knowledgeable.”

Julia Nkosi

Master of Engineering, Engineering Management, South Africa
“My educational journey at IU equips me with the necessary skills to take on management roles and will hopefully open doors internationally for me in my career.”

Charles Chitondo

MBA Big Data Management, South Africa

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