Master's Scholarships in Social Data Science

Shape Your Future, Apply Now!  

EARN A DEGREE ACCREDITED IN AUSTRIA AND THE U.S. 

The Department of Network and Data Science at the Central European University carries out research in network science, with a special focus on the foundations and applications of network science to practical data-driven problems. 

How does the Internet change Society? How to follow, forecast and control the spreading of a pandemic? How to achieve larger participation of people in the decision-making processes using new technologies? Our digital era in the 21st century calls for data-driven reasoning to answer these and other similar new societal, organizational, and environmental challenges. In response, the MS program in Social Data Science aims to educate a new generation of data science experts, entrepreneurs, and policymakers with a strong affinity to the social sciences, who are able to understand digital societies and will be able to shape their future. 

CEU is an English-language, student-focused research university located in Vienna and accredited both in Austria and the United States. CEU is committed to attracting talented students and scholars from around the world. Our student/faculty ratio (7:1) allows for small, research-driven and discussion-based seminars and close guidance from faculty members.    

SCHOLARSHIPS AND APPLICATION DEADLINES 

The majority of our students are eligible for financial aid regardless of nationality. We currently offer a 50% tuition fee reduction for the first cohort of applicants who submit their application for the 2023-24 academic year by February 1, 2023 (23:59 CET). 

• February 1, 2023 for applicants seeking financial aid
• March 15, 2023 for self-financing master's candidates who will require a study visa to enter Austria
• August 15, 2023 for self-financing master's candidates who will not require a study visa to enter Austria 

WHY MS IN SOCIAL DATA SCIENCE AT CEU? 

World-ranked master's and doctoral programs in the humanities, data and social sciences

• Valuable degree accredited in the U.S. and Austria
• English language data science program with a focus on social sciences
• Specializations in four interdisciplinary fields
• High quality yet affordable degree
• 7:1 student/faculty ratio
• Close supervision and faculty contact with top researchers
• Students and faculty from 100+ countries
• Committed to academic freedom and open debate
• Based in Vienna, ranked among the world’s most livable cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit
• We develop employable graduates: CEU is perfect if you’re looking to boost your employability skills and pursue a meaningful career with a deeper purpose 

STUDY IN VIENNA 

Apply now and study in Vienna, consistently ranked among the world’s most livable cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit. Located in the heart of Europe, the Austrian capital has much to offer, from a wide range of academic opportunities to vibrant student life. 

TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER 

We pride ourselves in providing practical experience and remarkable networks to transform your career. 73% of 2021 master’s graduates^* who entered the workforce directly after completing their studies accepted employment offers within three months of graduation and work with more than 200 organizations across various sectors in over 60 countries worldwide.

^* Based on Careers Outcomes Report for Master Graduates 2021. 

Contact 

For further enquiries, please contact: 

Marton Karsai

Program Director

Department of Network Data and Science

Email: sdsms@ceu.edu