M.Sc.

Master of Data Science for Public Policy in Berlin, Germany

Hertie School

Key Facts

Degree

M.Sc.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Aug 2029

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Language

English

Campus

Berlin

Intakes per Year

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: EUR 38,500 total (EUR 9,625/semester)

Non-EU / International

tuition:: EUR 38,500 total (EUR 9,625/semester)

Hertie School, an Universitäten in Berlin, Germany offers an M.Sc. in Master of Data Science for Public Policy, spanning 4 semesters (120 ECTS credits). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

English — TOEFL iBT 95+ / IELTS 7.0+ / Cambridge C1 Advanced (or Bachelor taught in English)

Application Periods

Semester

Locations

Berlin

Subject Areas

Subject Groups

Data Science & AI Social Sciences & Psychology

Study Fields

Data Science Politikwissenschaft

Study Forms

Präsenzstudiengang Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hertie School welcomes international applicants for its M.Sc. in Master of Data Science for Public Policy in Berlin. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 120 ECTS credits.

Yes, this programme is taught entirely in English. No German language skills are required for admission, though basic German is recommended for daily life in Germany.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,208/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to Hertie School's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.