MSc in Social Data Science
University of Copenhagen (KU)
Duration
2 years
Intake
September
Degree
Master’s
Program Overview
- The program focuses on analyzing large complex social data sets to understand human behavior, social networks, and ideas.
- The curriculum consists of compulsory courses in the first year emphasizing core data science concepts combined with social science perspectives.
- The second year offers electives, internships, or fieldwork, and culminates in a master's thesis project.
- The program fosters a collaborative learning environment with practical applications.
- Graduates are in high demand in sectors including technology, consulting, public policy, and research.
- Key skills developed include data collection, analysis, ethical data governance, and communication.
Key Information
University
University of Copenhagen (KU)
Campus
Copenhagen
Total Credits
120
Study Mode
Full-time
Loan Availability
No
Program Details
Duration
2 years
Tuition Fee:
6,345 USD per semester
Format
Full-time
Attendance:
On Campus Learning
Study Gap:
10 years
Fees & Funding:
Course Structure
Year 1 (First and Second Semesters):
- Compulsory Courses (90 ECTS total, split over two semesters):
- Social Data Science Base Camp (15 ECTS)
- Elementary Social Data Science (7.5 ECTS)
- Social Data Analysis (7.5 ECTS)
- Advanced Social Data Science I (7.5 ECTS)
- Advanced Social Data Science II (7.5 ECTS)
- Data Governance: Law, Ethics, and Politics (7.5 ECTS)
- Digital Methods (7.5 ECTS)
Year 2 (Third and Fourth Semesters):
- Elective Courses and/or internships/fieldwork (30 ECTS) - allowing individual specialization or practical experience
- Master’s Thesis (30 ECTS) - independent research project
Entry Requirement
Academic
You must have a relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent from Danish or international universities.
Language
IELTS - 6.5/6
TOEFL - 83
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