PhD Programme in Data Science (PDS)
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Campus & City Germany
- Rent (1BR)
- €700
- Groceries
- €250
- Pint
- €4
Continental; -2 to 24°C depending on region.
S-Bahn/U-Bahn in all major cities; excellent national rail.
Very safe; cashless payment still limited in places.
Ranked in the QS Top 500 (2025) at #252. A recognised international research university.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"Worth it overall"
There's a lot to love, but it's not without its flaws. The best part: you finish with a portfolio that recruiters take seriously. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — cost of living is low and semester tickets cover regional transport. Overall, if you're considering PhD Programme in Data Science (PDS) at University of Göttingen, I'd say go for it.
"A great decision"
Coming here has changed how I think. The best part: you finish with a portfolio that recruiters take seriously. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city — beer gardens, public parks and cycling make for a great quality of life. Overall, if you're considering PhD Programme in Data Science (PDS) at University of Göttingen, I'd say go for it.
"Genuinely worthwhile"
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: the course strikes a good balance between theory and practical application. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — cost of living is low and semester tickets cover regional transport. Overall, if you're considering PhD Programme in Data Science (PDS) at University of Göttingen, I'd say go for it.
"Solid, with caveats"
Overall a solid programme but worth going in with open eyes. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — beer gardens, public parks and cycling make for a great quality of life. Overall, if you're considering PhD Programme in Data Science (PDS) at University of Göttingen, I'd say go for it.
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