Admission

Most of the resources in the field of data science are in English and the MSc Programme will be taught exclusively in English.

In order to enrol for the Programme you will need to demonstrate 

  1. English to Level B2 (Any English-speaking university or a B2 equivalent can be found in the area: 'Document Center' -> select 'OZI' -> then search the term 'B2'). This certificate can be sent after you are selected.
  2. at least 20 ECTS in relevant Mathematics and/or Statistics, e.G. Analysis, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Probability Theory, etc. (at least 75% via University Courses). Normally this is about 4 courses.
  3. at least 25 ECTS in relevant Computer Science, e.g. Programming, Databases, Distributed Systems, Application Programming (at least 75% via University Courses). Normally this is 5 courses.

A degree in „Medieninformatik“, „Technische Informatik – Embedded Systems“ or „Angewandte Mathematik“ of BHT -Hochschule für Technik Berlin or an equivalent Bachelor with at least 180 ECTS which fulfil the ECTS criteria according to ZO §3 (2) a.

Please bear in mind that the subject in which you completed your Bachelor's degree is now relevant from 2024 on! It must be something like Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science or something equivalent with a huge amout of theses courses included.

If you do not know if you meet the conditions, see FAQ #1 and make a list for yourself. If you apply it is highly appreciated if you attach this list! Please note: your work experience can not taken into account!

Furthermore APS could be required in some countries!

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  • The application period ends two months after the start (see frontpage)!
  • The procedure has been changed due to the new BHT system.
  • Please translate and follow the steps here. Now you only apply at uni-assist.

All documents

  • officially accredited copies of the original Bachelor graduation certificate* of your university including the official German or English translation.** (You can not sent this later if it comes a few weeks or months later!)
  • your birth certificate (latest at enrollment), simple copy might be ok
  • a simple copy of your A-level / high school diploma
  • For uni-assist: A proof of fee payment and a copy of the page in your passport, with your name and photo. This copy does not need to be certified.

must be sent to uni-assist by all international applicants. It should be possible to apply electronically!
NOTE: Please ensure that A) your uni-assist application PDF is not bigger then 9MB! and B) the ECTS list is included (see the FAQ!) as the first pages in the PDF.
We had students sending 50 MB with 600 pages including course handbooks, bachelor thesis fotos and source code! This is dreadful for the reviewers who must inspect 600 applications!

Please read the original document requirements by uni-assist and the original BHT documentation for additional requirements! Our list above is without warranty.

Berliner Hochschule für Technik c/o UNI-ASSIST e.V. 11507 Berlin

Please read this information http://uni-assist.de and http://uni-assist.de/kontakt.html prior to your application.

Siunce 2021 it could be possible that a pure online application is ok. Please search the uni-assist website!

Telefone of uni-assist for applicants: +49 30 201 646 001

Please note: You are required to cover any bank transfer or exchange rate fees priorly!

Uni-Assist will check your certificates, convert the grades and then uni-assist will send everything to Beuth University! So foreign applicants do not need to send material to our university!

Enrollment

For the final enrollment (after you have been accepted) you will need additionally:

  • the proof of English B2 (end August latest)
  • a proof of a health insurance
  • your German residence permit
  • possibly: your certificate of birth

Uni-Assist sends your application documents to BHT. The specific selection process, the language B2 proof inspection and the ECTS check will be done afterwards at BHT. The actual documents to be submitted to BHT will be listed on the admission notification.

Enrollment Fees

Berlin Universities do require small Enrollment and Semester-Registration fees. However we do not charge any tuition fees. See 'Beuth Fees'.

 

* Officially certified copies of the following authorities will be accepted:

  • the respective embassy / consulate of your country in Germany
  • the German embassy / consulate mission in your country
  • The certificate issuing institution of your home country
  • APS certificate issuing institiutions in your home country

** An official translation is 

  • certified by a publicly appointed and sworn translator
  • certified by a German representation office abroad or foreign representation office in Germany 
  • valid by foreign officially certified / public translators