University of Mannheim

Master in Mannheim Master in Social Data Science

Mannheim, Germany4 semestersTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose University of Mannheim

  • Nicknamed the Harvard of Germany — top-ranked in business administration and economics
  • Home to Mannheim Business School — particularly famous for its MBA programmes
  • Strong in its subjects — THE Subject Ranking 2026 rates business, economics and psychology
  • Historic campus — based inside Mannheim Palace, one of Europe's largest Baroque palaces
  • Tuition — a flat EUR 3,000 a year for non-EU students, set state-wide by Baden-Württemberg

Introduction

The University of Mannheim, founded centuries ago and now prominent in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is especially known for its strengths in economics, business administration, and the social sciences. The university occupies an elegant campus around Mannheim’s baroque palace and attracts a large international population, with many students coming from abroad to pursue bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Its practical orientation and strong ties to industry make it appealing to students aiming for leadership roles.

Mannheim’s academic profile pairs rigorous research with applied learning across economics, business, law, humanities, and informatics. The Mannheim Business School and interdisciplinary research centers offer programs that emphasize real-world problem solving, internships, and connections with businesses and policy bodies. Students can engage in research projects, join active student organizations, and benefit from career services linked to national and international employers.

International students should explore program-specific admissions, language requirements, and exchange or scholarship opportunities. The campus community supports integration through orientation, academic advising, and extracurricular activities that foster networking and professional development. Prospective applicants will find a compact, well-connected university that combines academic excellence with practical pathways into Europe’s business and research environments.

About the Program

The Mannheim Master in Social Data Science is a program for international students at the University of Mannheim in Germany, offering a Non-degree in English over one year. It helps students develop skills in social data science.

This program covers subjects like data analysis and social science research methods, helping students develop skills in data interpretation and research design. Students also work on hands-on projects to apply their knowledge.

Graduates can work as Data Analysts, Social Media Managers, or Research Assistants in industries like market research or public policy, with employers such as government agencies or private research firms.

This program's tuition is 30% below the typical master's in Germany.

Median tuition for that cohort is4,869 USD, across 1,671 programs on Global Admissions.

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