Study location	Turkey, Istanbul
Type	Master, full-time
Study language	English
Awards	MSc
Course code	115

Entry qualification	Undergraduate diploma (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Turkish.

Language requirements	English

Other requirements

At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. One of the most important parts of your application is the motivation letter. Its goal is to introduce your background and support your application. In short, its goal is to answer the question: “Why are you a suitable candidate?” Write in a clear and logical manner: remember, the way you write and present yourself says a lot about you. Do not plagiarize as this will mean automatic disqualification from the evaluation process. Some points that may help you answer this question: Why have I chosen to apply to this programme? What do I expect to gain from my studies? Why does my academic and personal background make me a suitable candidate for this programme and for Koç University (potential for success, demonstrated qualities and skills)? Why is Koç University a good choice for me as an individual? Personal and Educational Background Information (CV) TOEFL or YDS/e-YDS/YOKDIL Requirement (for those whose native language is not English) – TOEFL Internet Based: Minimum Score 80 (Exams taken in Turkey must be carried out at the State Universities.) – YDS/e-YDS/YOKDIL: 80 ALES/GRE score Official transcripts from all the universities attended

More information	gsse.ku.edu.tr/en

Overview

We live in an age of digital revolutions, led by cloud and mobile technologies that generate staggering volumes of data. According to Statistica the world streams hundreds of thousands of hours of video, sends millions of messages, and places tens of thousands of online orders every minute.

Now in the pandemic era, more of us than ever before are dependent on apps and virtual services to learn, work, socialize, eat, relax, and connect.

The ability to make sense of this data, foresee commercial or socially valuable applications and communicate insights are fast becoming the world’s most sought after skills.

The Koç University Data Science graduate program provides the training, experience, and tools necessary to succeed in today’s data-driven workplace.

What will you gain from the MSc in Data Science at Koç University?

• A foundation in computational science and machine learning
• Options to specialize in advanced methods such as distributed systems, visual recognition, deep learning, neural networks, and many others
• Flexibility to gain your degree online if required
• An internationally competitive degree that is recognized by employers worldwide

Programme structure

The non-thesis Master program is comprised of:

• 30 credits
• At least 10 courses
• A term project course