These are the admission requirements for the Bachelor Data Science

In the Bachelor distance learning program Data Science at IU International University (IU), you can enroll if you provide us with your A-levels (general university entrance qualification), your technical college entrance qualification, or the subject-related university entrance qualification.

Alternatively, you can also enroll without A-levels. Studying without A-levels at IU is possible under the following conditions:

• You have successfully completed an advanced training, for example, a training to become a state-certified business economist.
• Or you have completed a vocational training, for example, training as a clerical assistant. Following your training, you have worked full-time in this profession for at least 3 years. If your training is thematically not related to distance learning Data Science, you first complete a trial period before being regularly enrolled.

Additionally, you must demonstrate your English language skills. You can demonstrate English language skills, for example, through a TOEFL (at least 80 points), via IELTS (at least level 6), through a passed Duolingo English test (at least 105 points), with a Cambridge certificate (at least grade B), or an equivalent proof. Alternatively, you can take an English course free of charge directly at IU International University.

Study Contents & Modules: This is the Study Schedule in the Bachelor Data Science

The Bachelor's programme at IU International University is modular. A module usually consists of 5 credit points (ECTS) and concludes with an examination, such as an exam or a written assignment. You complete your Bachelor's degree step by step, even determining when you want to complete each module.

In full-time studies, you can structure your study plan as follows:

• 1st Semester: Introduction to Data Science, Introduction to Academic Work, Introduction to Programming with Python, Mathematics: Analysis, Collaborative Work, Statistics - Probability and Descriptive Statistics
• 2nd Semester: Object Oriented and Functional Programming with Python, Mathematics: Linear Algebra, Intercultural and Ethical Decision-Making, Statistics - Inferential Statistics, Database Modeling and Database Systems, Project: Build a Data Mart in SQL
• 3rd Semester: Business Intelligence, Project: Business Intelligence, Machine Learning - Supervised Learning, Machine Learning - Unsupervised Learning and Feature Engineering, Data Science Software Engineering, Project: From Model to Production
• 4th Semester: Agile Project Management, Big Data Technologies, Data Quality and Data Wrangling, Explorative Data Analysis and Visualization, Cloud Computing, Seminar: Ethical Considerations in Data Science
• 5th Semester: Time Series Analysis, Neural Nets and Deep Learning, Electives A, Electives B
• 6th Semester: Electives C, Introduction to Data Protection and IT Security, Model Engineering, Bachelor Thesis

Unique to IU distance learning: the many opportunities to delve into interesting elective modules during your studies. In the Bachelor Data Science, you choose a total of 3 specialization modules:

You select your first specialization module from these topics: Data Engineer, Data Analyst, AI Specialist.

You choose your second specialization module from these topics: International Marketing and Branding, Applied Sales, Supply Chain Management, Managerial Economics and Corporate Finance and Investment, Smart Factory, Production Engineering, Automation and Robotics, Autonomous Driving.

You select your third specialization module from these topics: Data Engineer, Data Analyst, AI Specialist, International Marketing and Branding, Applied Sales, Supply Chain Management, Managerial Economics and Corporate Finance and Investment, Smart Factory, Production Engineering, Automation and Robotics, Autonomous Driving, Foreign Language, General Studies.

Study Concept: How the part-time study Data Science works at IU

You adapt the online study Data Science at IU International University flexibly to fit your life and daily routine as best suits you. For example, you choose one of 3 study models: In the full-time study, it takes a total of 6 semesters, i.e. 36 months, to complete your Bachelor's degree. In part-time study I, you study for 8 semesters until graduation. Or you opt for part-time study II and give yourself 12 semesters until you obtain your Bachelor's degree.

You receive study materials at IU for each module enrollment as printed study booklets. All materials are also available digitally. The IU Interactive Books are innovative learning scripts enriched with video clips and quiz questions at the end of a lesson. Depending on the module, study materials are supplemented with podcasts, live tutorials, and video content in the form of so-called Shortcasts. You can access the IU Interactive Books through the convenient IU Learn app.

In many modules, virtual teaching events are also offered, allowing you to interactively engage with your fellow students and lecturers.

Very practical and flexible: the option to take module exams in the form of online exams. You can take an online exam 24/7, 7 days a week, at a time that is optimal for you after preparing well, for example, for an exam in building construction. Additionally, we operate around 40 exam centres in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland where you can also take your exams in the traditional way on-site.