Data and Knowledge Engineering (M.Sc.) at University of Magdeburg

Entry requirements and key dates

How it compares with other Data Science & AI Master's

Against English-taught Data Science & AI programmes in our database.

• IELTS 7: 1% of 105 programmes ask for a higher IELTS score and 83% for a lower one.
• Winter deadline (15 April to 15 May): 30% of 61 programmes close earlier and 59% close later.
• No tuition fee: 58% of 84 programmes that state their fees are also tuition-free.

Your plan as an Indian applicant

1. 1

   Get your English score

   You need at least IELTS 7 or PTE 76 (CEFR C1). For the winter intake (15 April to 15 May), take the test at least 3 months earlier so a retake still fits.

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2. 2

   Check your degree and grade

   The programme asks for 2.3 or better on the German scale (1.0 is best). German universities convert your CGPA and check that your Bachelor's covers enough of the subject for Data Science & AI. A 3-year Bachelor's is accepted by some programmes and not others.

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3. 3

   Get your APS certificate (and check the dMAT)

   Indian applicants need the APS certificate for the student visa, and uni-assist expects it with your application to University of Magdeburg. A new admission test, the dMAT, is being introduced for some Indian applicants; check whether it applies to your degree and intake.

   APS guidedMAT guide
4. 4

   Prepare your application documents

   A statement of purpose that explains why Data and Knowledge Engineering at University of Magdeburg fits your background, letters of recommendation, transcripts and your CV.

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5. 5

   Apply before the deadline

   Winter intake: apply 15 April to 15 May. Summer intake: apply 15 October to 15 November. Applications go through uni-assist, which checks your documents first, so submit well before the closing date.

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6. 6

   Plan the money

   To study in Magdeburg you show proof of funds of EUR 11,904 for one year (2026), usually in a blocked account. The university lists scholarship options; check them on its website.

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7. 7

   Visa and moving to Magdeburg

   Once University of Magdeburg sends your admission letter: the student visa interview, health insurance and a room in Magdeburg, a city of about 2,44,000 people. Student halls often have waiting lists, so apply for a room as soon as you are admitted.

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8. 8

   Start learning German now

   Data and Knowledge Engineering is taught in English, but most part-time and graduate jobs in Germany expect German at B2 level or higher. Arriving with A2 or B1 makes part-time work and daily life much easier.

   German classesWhat A1 to B2 meansPart-time jobs in Germany

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University of Magdeburg has 24 English-taught Master's programmes in our database; 12 of the others are listed here.

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