Data Science
(Minor 30)
Degree program: Master of Science UZH in Informatics
(RVO22)
General description
Students must earn 30 ECTS credits in the minor study program in Data Science.
These are made up of compulsory modules, core elective and elective modules.
Admission requirements
The minor program in Data Science builds on the knowledge gained during the Bachelor's program at the UZH Faculty of Business, Economics and Informatics.
Particularly noteworthy is the programming language Python (or equivalent; introduction to programming). Students are expected to acquire any knowledge they are lacking through independent study or completion of the following Bachelor's modules: Informatik I (Informatics I) and Statistik (Statistics). Students from other faculties may have to fulfill additional requirements.
Branch of studies
Business informatics, Computer science
Career possibilities
The minor study program in Data Science will add a data science component to your major study program. You will acquire the necessary skills in your area of specialization to analyze large quantities of data in a targeted manner – for example, in order to identify and evaluate regularities or anomalies and create the basis for decision-making. With these skills, you will be in particularly high demand as a specialist in your main field of study; for example, as a data analyst or consultant. The spectrum of potential employers ranges from major companies in the service sector and international IT companies to specialized small firms.
ECTS credits
30 ECTS Credits
Program structure
30 ECTS Credits to be earned from the selected minor program according to the regulations: www.oec.uzh.ch/en/regulations
Major/minor subject combinations
This minor study program can be combined with a major study program in accordance with the provisions set out in your program.
Examination and assessment regulations
Assessments are evaluated with grades or on a pass/fail basis. Grades from 1 to
6 are assigned to graded assessments, where 6 indicates the highest grade and 1 the lowest. A grade of 4 or higher is sufficient to pass. Half and quarter grades are permitted.
Language of instruction
English