Program Overview

Pre-Master's Computer Science
The Pre-Master's Computer Science course offers students the perfect preparation for their success at the taught postgraduate course of their choice. Students learn through a combination of formal, interactive lectures in relevant content areas, interactive seminars, practical workshop sessions, IT-enabled self-study opportunities and peer support activities. Practical application of theoretical knowledge allows students to develop further skills and understanding of relevant topics and concepts. In addition, formative learning opportunities are incorporated into each of the modules.

Successful completion of the Pre-Master's programme at the required level will lead to progression to the MSc Cyber Security or MSc Data Science at Lancaster University Leipzig.

Progression to: MSc Data Science
The aim of this programme is to equip you with state of the art knowledge and the skill set required to lead a successful career in data science in an international context. The ambition is to help shape the data analysts of the future, enabling you  to analyse and solve problems and to make decisions with an awareness of the strategic context, the role of technology and of managing within and between organisations. The programme is designed to provide you  with a solid core knowledge in data science, data mining, statistics and related programming.

The programme is designed for graduates interested in careers in data science and statistics. Graduates will be able to work as consultants or employees in any industry.