The aim of the program is to provide students with technical skills and practical insight to Data Science. The DS program combines theory and practice, based on three main disciplines, Computer Science, Statistics and Mathematics, and real world application domains. It has been designed to enable graduates of the program to meet the demands of the data-driven economy of the future.
More specifically, the program aims at:
Section A: Computer Science Requirements
ECTS: Min.114 Max.114
| Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMP-111 | Programming Principles I | 6 |
| COMP-113 | Programming Principles II | 6 |
| COMP-140 | Introduction to Data Science | 6 |
| COMP-142 | Software Development Tools for Data Science | 6 |
| COMP-211 | Data Structures | 6 |
| COMP-240 | Data Programming | 6 |
| COMP-242 | Data Privacy and Ethics | 6 |
| COMP-244 | Machine Learning and Data Mining I | 6 |
| COMP-248 | Project in Data Science | 6 |
| COMP-302 | Database Management Systems | 6 |
| COMP-340 | Big Data | 6 |
| COMP-342 | Data Visualization | 6 |
| COMP-344 | Machine Learning and Data Mining II | 6 |
| COMP-370 | Algorithms | 6 |
| COMP-405 | Artificial Intelligence | 6 |
| COMP-446 | Web and Social Data Mining | 6 |
| COMP-447 | Neural Networks and Deep Learning | 6 |
| COMP-494 | Data Science Final Year Project I | 6 |
| COMP-495 | Data Science Final Year Project II | 6 |
Section B: Mathematics and Statistics Requirements
ECTS: Min. 54 Max. 54
| Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH-101 | Discrete Mathematics | 6 |
| MATH-195 | Calculus I | 6 |
| MATH-196 | Calculus II | 6 |
| MATH-225 | Probability and Statistics I | 6 |
| MATH-280 | Linear Algebra I | 6 |
| MATH-325 | Probability and Statistics II | 6 |
| MATH-326 | Linear Models I | 6 |
| MATH-329 | Bayesian Statistics | 6 |
| MATH-335 | Optimization Techniques | 6 |
Section C: Major Electives
ECTS: Min. 30 Max. 42
| Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMP-213 | Visual Programming | 6 |
| COMP-263 | Human Computer Interaction | 6 |
| COMP-341 | Knowledge Management | 6 |
| COMP-349 | Special Topics in Data Science | 6 |
| COMP-358 | Networks and Data Communication | 6 |
| COMP-387 | Blockchain Programming | 6 |
| COMP-449 | Industry Placement in Data Science | 6 |
| COMP-470 | Internet Technologies | 6 |
| COMP-474 | Cloud Computing | 6 |
| COMP-475 | Internet of Things and Wearable Technologies | 6 |
| MATH-281 | Linear Algebra II | 6 |
| MATH-341 | Numerical Analysis I | 8 |
| MATH-342 | Numerical Analysis II | 8 |
| MATH-420 | Times Series Modeling and Forecasting | 6 |
| MATH-426 | Linear Models II | 6 |
Section D: Science and Engineering Electives
ECTS: Min.6 Max. 12
| Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL-110 | Elements of Biology | 6 |
| CHEM-104 | Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry | 6 |
| ECE-110 | Digital Systems | 6 |
| PHYS-110 | Elements of Physics | 6 |
Section E: Business Electives
ECTS: Min.6 Max.12
| Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BADM-234 | Organizational Behavior | 6 |
| BUS-111 | Accounting | 6 |
| ECON-200 | Fundamental Economics | 6 |
| MGT-281 | Introduction to Management | 6 |
| MGT-370 | Management of Innovation and Technology | 6 |
| MIS-215 | Project Management | 6 |
| MIS-303 | Database Applications Development | 6 |
| MIS-351 | Information Systems Concepts | 6 |
| MIS-390 | E-Business | 6 |
| MKTG-291 | Marketing | 6 |
Section F: Language Expression
ECTS: Min.12 Max.12
| Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BADM-332 | Technical Writing and Research | 6 |
| ENGL-101 | English Composition | 6 |
Section G: Liberal Arts Electives
ECTS: Min.6 Max.12
| Course ID | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FREN-101 | French Language and Culture I | 6 |
| GERM-101 | German Language and Culture I | 6 |
| ITAL-101 | Italian Language and Culture I | 6 |
| PHIL-101 | Introduction to Philosophy | 6 |
| PHIL-120 | Ethics | 6 |
| PSY-110 | General Psychology I | 6 |
| SOC-101 | Principles of Sociology | 6 |
| UNIC-100 | University Experience | 6 |
Course assessment usually comprises of a comprehensive final exam and continuous assessment. Continuous assessment can include amongst others, mid-terms, projects etc.
Letter grades are calculated based on the weight of the final exam and the continuous assessment and the actual numerical marks obtained in these two assessment components. Based on the course grades the student’s semester grade point average (GPA) and cumulative point average (CPA) are calculated.
Generally, the deadline for applying
The minimum admission requirement is a recognized High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC). Students with a lower HSLC grade than 7.5/10 or 15/20 or equivalent, depending on the grading system of the country issuing the HSLC, are provided with extra academic guidance and monitoring during the first year of their studies. Some programmes have higher entry requirements
English Language Proficiency
The list below provides the minimum English Language Requirements (ELR) for enrollment to the programme of study. Students who do not possess any of the qualifications or stipulated grades listed below and hold IELTS with 4.5 and above, are required to take UNIC’s NEPTON English Placement Test (with no charge) and will receive English Language support classes, if and as needed, from UNIC’s International Gateway Centre (IGC).
The table below provides the minimum English Language Requirements (ELR) for enrollment on a programme of study offered in English. Students who do not possess any of the qualifications or stipulated grades listed below and hold IELTS with 4.5 and above, are required to take UNIC’s NEPTON English Placement Test (with no charge) and will receive English Language support classes, if and as needed, from UNIC’s International Gateway Centre (IGC).
| English Qualification | ELR Equivalent to IELTS 6 |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 525 and above |
| Computer-based TOEFL | 193 and above |
| Internet-based TOEFL | 80 and above |
| IELTS | 6 and above |
| Cambridge Exams (First Certificate) | B and above |
| Cambridge Exams (Proficiency Certificate) | C and above |
| GCSE English Language ‘O’ Level or IGCSE | C and above |
| Michigan Examination of Proficiency in English (CaMLA) | Pass |
| Pearson PTE General | Level 3 and above |
| KPG (The Greek Foreign Language Examinations for the State Certificate of Language Proficiency) |
Level B2 and above |
| Anglia | Level B2 and above |
| IEB Advanced Programme English | Pass |
| Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) Michigan Language Assessment by: Cambridge Assessment English & University of Michigan |
650 average score for ALL skills and above |
English Language Proficiency
Master students satisfy the English requirements if their first degree was taught in English. Otherwise, they would need to present a minimum TOEFL score of 550 paper-based or 213 computer-based, GCSE “O” Level or IGCSE with minimum “C”, IELTS with a score of 6.5, or a score placement at the ENGL- 100 level of UNIC’s NEPTON. The University offers English courses at various levels to help students reach the required standard for admission to a graduate programme.
1. The purpose of this test is to place students in the appropriate level of English in order to support their academic studies at the University. The NEPTON is not a University entrance examination; previous academic performance (e.g. School Leaving Certificate) is taken into consideration with regard to University entrance requirements.
2. The number of additional courses and corresponding course loads are given in the table below:
| Level of English | Hour of tuition/work | Credits | Additional course load permitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL-101 English Composition | 3 | 6 | Normal |
| ENGL-100 Basic Writing | 3 | 6 | Normal |
| BENG-100 College English | 6 | 6 | Normal |
| BENG-070 English Language Skills | 12 | 4 | 6 credit hours |
| BENG-060 English for Beginners | 20 | 2 | No other credits |
3.Students who have the following qualifications can take the test, but will not be placed below the level shown:
| English Qualification | ENGL-101 | ENGL-100 |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | 550+ | 513-547 |
| Computer-based TOEFL | 213+ | 183-210 |
| Internet-based TOEFL | 79+ | 65-78 |
| IELTS | 6.5+ | 5.5-6.0 |
| Cambridge Exams (First Certificate) | Grade A or B | Grade C |
| Cambridge Exams (Proficiency Certificate) | A or B or C | A or B |
| GCSE English Language ‘O’ Level or IGCSE | A or B | C |
| Michigan Examination of Proficiency in English (CaMLA) | Pass | N/A |
| Pearson PTE General | Level 4 | Level 3 |
| KPG (The Greek Foreign Language Examinations for the State Certificate of Language Proficiency) |
Level C1 | Level B2 |
| Anglia | Proficiency or Masters | Advanced |
| IEB Advanced Programme English | Pass | N/A |
| Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) Michigan Language Assessment by: Cambridge Assessment English & University of Michigan |
840-1000 average score for ALL skills | 650-835 average score for ALL skills |
4.Students can take the NEPTON after they officially enroll and pay the Euro 55 application fee.
Yearly tuition fees:
International / Non EU Students: 9.420 Euro
Local / EU Students: 9.240 Euro
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OTHER FEES |
ON-CAMPUS PROGRAMMES |
ONLINE/DL PROGRAMMES |
|
Application fee (one-off/nonrefundable payment) |
55 |
55 |
|
Visa application (one-off/nonrefundable payment) |
86 |
0 |
|
Registration fee (per semester) |
26 |
0 |
|
Health & accident insurance (per year) |
175 |
0 |
|
Student activities fee (per semester) |
20 |
0 |
|
Technology fee – Internet use etc. (per semester) |
15 |
0 |
|
International student guarantee (one-off / refundable payment) |
400 |
0 |
|
Transcript fee (per copy) |
5 |
5 |
|
Evaluation fee (transfer credits / ECTS) |
52 |
52 |
|
Second exam fee (per course) |
65 |
65 |
|
Graduation application fee |
60 |
60 |
|
Total |
959 |
273 |
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