Statistical Science

Overview

Degree: Master of Science
Duration: 4 semesters
Course Start: Winter semester
Restrictions: Without NC 1
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Contents of the subject Statistical Science

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Student Counselling Service
Beratung durch Studierende der jeweiligen Fachrichtung
Academic Student Counselling Service
Beratung durch Lehrende zu Studienangebot und Inhalten des jeweiligen Studienfachs
General Student Advisory Service
First point of contact for general academic advice, personalised study guidance, and psychological counselling
Inter-faculty training
The degree programme is offered in cooperation with several faculties at Bielefeld University, including Economics, Sociology, Psychology and Mathematics. This interdisciplinary orientation enables students to learn a broad spectrum of statistical applications and methods.

Practical application orientation
Students gain in-depth knowledge of empirical surveys and experiments that can be applied in various areas of expertise. This promotes the ability to use statistical knowledge in practical contexts for decision-making or control.

Strengthening key competences
The degree programme imparts statistical knowledge as a key competence that is of central importance in today's data-driven world. Graduates are therefore well equipped to work successfully in a wide range of areas.

Emphasis on research orientation
The degree programme is strongly aligned with ongoing research projects at the Center for Statitstics (ZeSt). This offers students the opportunity to apply and deepen their knowledge of statistical methods to current research questions.

Diverse career opportunities The demand for qualified specialists in the field of statistics and empirical methods is constantly growing, which opens up broad career prospects for graduates in various organisations.
The program opens up a wide range of career opportunities in various fields, such as:

Data Analysis in the Private Sector: Graduates can pursue careers in private-sector companies, where they are responsible for analyzing and interpreting data. These positions require analytical thinking and the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Public Administration: Knowledge of statistics is also in demand in public institutions. Here, graduates can contribute to the development and evaluation of policy programs and initiatives.

Research Institutes: In research institutes, graduates find opportunities to conduct empirical studies and further develop statistical methods. These positions contribute to scientific knowledge in various disciplines.

Consulting Firms: In consulting firms, graduates can apply their expertise in statistics to assist organizations with data analysis and interpretation. These activities are crucial for strategic decision-making in companies.

Nonprofit Organizations: Graduates are also in demand at nonprofit organizations, where they can contribute to program evaluation and the analysis of social data. Here, work often takes place at the intersection of research and practical application.

Access to the Master programme is granted to those who can provide evidence that they have a first university degree which has a standard period of study of at least six semesters, qualifies for exercising a profession and is in accordance with the subject-specific regulations.

In any case, please read the specific Admission requirements for this Masters programme in the Subject-specific regulations (PDF).
Degrees from accredited Bachelor programmes at German ‘Berufsakademien’ are equivalent to Bachelor degrees from universities.

Applicants with a university degree obtained abroad are granted access provided that the degree they have acquired is deemed sufficient for this purpose and they can provide evidence of the required language skills.
Further information on the application process for prospective international students and the language requirements.

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

Course start

Studies can be commenced only in winter semester.

Length and scope of studies

The standard period of studies is 4 semesters. Information on studying part time.

The studies Statistical Science comprise 120 credit points.

The study places for this degree programme are not subject to any admission restrictions (numerus clausus). Nevertheless, you need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines.

As soon as you receive a positive response in the application and status portal (notice of access from the faculty), you can submit your application for enrolment within the set deadline.

Step by step to a Master programme without NC

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

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You will find the programme of lectures for this course in the eKVV.

An overview of the introductory and information events is provided by the central student counselling services.

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The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2026/27 and summer semester 2027.
Information on NC values from previous years
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