Study Data Science in Würzburg

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Three future-oriented degree programmes at the University of Würzburg open the door to the exciting world of data:

Digital Business & Data Science - practical and economical
Artificial Intelligence & Data Science - technically innovative
Mathematical Data Science - mathematically sound

No matter which path you choose: You start with excellent job opportunities in a digital future.

Why data science?

Data science combines computer science, mathematics and application knowledge to gain insights from large amounts of data.

It is a modern, interdisciplinary science that uses artificial intelligence methods to analyse, model and interpret data.

Data scientists create the basis for well-founded decisions in business, research and society.

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4 reasons why you should study Data Science in Würzburg

Three specialised Bachelor's degree programmes:
business, computer science or mathematics focus

Young, committed professors:
close connection to research and teaching

Modern research centre for AI & data analysis:
The Center for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (CAIDAS)

Hotspot for Artificial Intelligence research in Bavaria:
Official location for data science in the Bavarian AI network

Three options, your choice!

Digital Business & Data Science

What you can expect

Combination of data science & business administration
Application-oriented basics in data science
Business management specialisations: Marketing, finance, IT management, operations, etc.
Applied Data Science Project with practice partners

Your career prospects

Business analyst, e.g. in management consultancy
Digital consultant: interface between management & IT
Project manager for digital transformation

You bring these talents with you

An interest in business & digitalisation
Strong communication skills & teamwork
Analytical thinking & basic interest in technology

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Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

What you can expect

Strong focus on computer science and AI from the 1st semester onwards
In-depth insights into machine learning, neural networks and algorithms
Practical AI projects in "labs"
Wide range of subjects to get a taste of

Your career prospects

Machine Learning Engineer, AI Developer
Data engineer in tech companies
Developer of intelligent systems (e.g. voice assistance, image analysis)

You bring these talents with you

Enthusiasm for programming and AI
Logical, systematic thinking
Motivation to develop software

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Mathematical Data Science

What you can expect

In-depth training in mathematics: analysis, linear algebra, stochastics
Theoretical foundations of AI and data analysis
Statistics, optimisation, modelling
Data science projects with application relevance

Your career prospects

Data scientist with a focus on modelling and statistics
Quantitative analyst (e.g. in the financial sector)
Research & development, e.g. in the pharmaceutical or automotive industry

You bring these talents with you

Strong analytical thinking skills
Enjoy theories & formal methods
Patience for complex problems

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#helloUniWürzburg This is what one of our students says

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"I am Simon. What I like most about my degree programme is its future-oriented focus. The combination of economics and data analysis opens up exciting career opportunities for me, for which I can optimally prepare myself by choosing an individual specialisation."

What data science in Würzburg is all about

Study where others go on holiday!

Studentinnen sitzen am Main und genießen ihre Freizeit.

Whether it's sunbathing on the banks of the River Main, enjoying the vineyards or partying in the clubs - you'll have plenty to do in your free time.

Students in Würzburg can enjoy the beauty that this city has to offer to the full. From the World Heritage Site of the Würzburg Residence, to the new university on the Sanderring, to the beautiful banks of the Main with a view of the fortress - everything is within easy walking distance!