Data Science & Society
Is data the new oil? Can facial recognition technology discriminate against you? Join our programme as we explore these questions while future-proofing your career with in-demand data skills.
At Campus Fryslân, you will have the space to explore your interests, expand your expertise, and thrive in a hands-on, international learning community. Master the art of data and delve into their ethical and societal impacts.
- Build programming skills while paying attention to social, ethical and political aspects of datafication
- Learn from international lecturers with different areas of expertise, from governance to data visualization
- Develop as a data professional by learning how to present data-based insights
Why study this programme in Leeuwarden?
- Only programme in the Netherlands combining ethics, governance, and data science
- Top-rate d 2025 by Keuzegids
- Built for the jobs of tomorrow
- Hands-on experience in a tight-knit setting
- Direct, impactful work with industry leaders on real-world projects
Specializations
- AI and Society
- Cognitive Technology
- Transcript of Records – If you have not yet completed Secondary School, you must upload a transcript showing your current grades. You can find the transcript template here.
- Secondary School Leaving Certificate – If you have already completed Secondary School, you do not need to upload a separate transcript. Simply upload your Secondary School Leaving Certificate to the application.
An additional documents, Statement of Education / Course description, may be required depending on the programme you apply for at this university.
If any document is required, it will appear in the Documents section of the Kastu application form once you start your application.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending on your nationality and the country where you completed your previous education.
You may not need to take IELTS or TOEFL. University usually allow you to prove your English proficiency in one of the following ways:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- A national English examination listed on your secondary school leaving certificate
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An International Baccalaureate (IB) or European Baccalaureate (EB) diploma
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme, your secondary school qualification and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
Sufficient background knowledge in Mathematics is required.
Job examples:
- Data Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Data Analyst
- Data Protection Officer
- Policy Advisor
