Together with its partners in the ENGAGE.EU alliance (LUISS University, NHH Norwegian School of Economics, Tilburg University, Université Toulouse 1 Capitole, University of National and World Economy, WU Vienna), University of Mannheim is participating in the creation of a joint ENGAGE.EU University Campus to offer a range of virtual mobility study opportunities.
In Fall Semester 2024, the Mannheim Center for Data Science (MCDS) offers a lecture series on “Data Science in Action” together with the European University ENGAGE.EU (Signature Course). Renowned researchers from the University of Mannheim and its partner universities Tilburg University, Hanken School of Economics, Luiss Guido Carli University and WU Vienna University of Economics and Business will provide insights into their data-based research. The speakers represent various disciplines, including business administration, computer science, political science, business education, media and communication studies, sociology, psychology and linguistics. The lecture series thus represents the relevance of data science in its entire breadth for science and society.
| Lecture dates | Thurday (weekly), 12 September – 5 December 2024, 12:00 (noon) – 13:30 p.m. (online) |
| ECTS | 6 |
| Cycle: short/ | EQF 7 (Master-Level) EQF 9 (PhD-Level) |
| Learning Outcomes | Expertise: Students will acquire knowledge of current research in Data Science Methodological competence: Students learn to understand and summarize the state of the art in a certain area and discuss achievements and open problems. Participants get insights in current Data Science Research in Computer Science as well as the economic and social sciences. The participants get an insight in the different perspectives on Data Science present in different research communities. |
| Prerequisites or/ | Recommended: Knowledge in Data Mining, Machine Learning, Statistics or empirical research methods |
| Course content | Use of Data Science Methods in different disciplines, in particular the Social and Economic Sciences as well as computer Science. |
| Required and/ | Recommended Papers from invited speakers |
| Learning activities and teaching methods | Online lectures with time for questions and discussion, independent study |
| Assessment methods and assessment criteria | Written essay, which will be judged by common criteria for scientific writing. |
| Language of instruction | English |
To apply for the ENGAGE.EU Signature Course 'Data Science in Action', please follow the application procedure described here.
Since fall 2020, students from above mentioned partner universities can apply for a range of online courses offered by University of Mannheim within the framework of the ENGAGE.EU Online Exchange Initiative (OEI).
As a participant, you will be part of a virtual and international classroom. Benefit from international learning opportunities and exchange ideas with students from different countries! For more information, please take a look at the FaQs in the Application Process section below!
University of Mannheim's OEI Course Catalog for the Fall Semester 2024
Application Process (OEI)
Requirements – Who can apply?
The online course offer is available to students studying at the following partner universities:
- LUISS University
- NHH Norwegian School of Economics
- Tilburg University
- Université Toulouse 1 Capitole
- University of National and World Economy
- WU Vienna
Bachelor’s level courses: enrollment in a bachelor’s program at a partner university in the fall semester 2024. Ideally, you have completed one year of full time studies which amounts to 60 ECTS Credits. Proficiency in the courses' language of instruction at level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is required.
Master’s level courses: enrollment in a master’s program at a partner university in the fall semester 2024. Proficiency in the courses' language of instruction at level C1according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is required.
Please note: in addition to the above mentioned general admission requirements, single courses may also have special admission requirements such as previous knowledge in the field etc. Please take a close look at the course descriptions and stated requirements in the course catalog below.
Application period – Until when can I apply?
I am not sure if I get a credit transfer approval from my home university before the application period ends – what should I do?
We encourage you to apply even if you do not have final credit transfer approval from your home university at the time of application. Should you find out that credit transfer is not possible at your home university and would not like to attend an ENGAGE course at University of Mannheim any more, kindly write an e-mail to oei.engageuni-mannheim.de and state that you would like to cancel your particpation.
I got admitted at University of Mannheim – but now I realize that I cannot participate in the course anymore, what should I do?
Please write an e-mail to oei.engageuni-mannheim.de and indicate which course you would like to de-register from. In case you de-register from all courses you were admitted for, please send a written request for disregistration to the above mentioned e-mail address.
Are there any fees?
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Application – How can I apply and what do I need to submit?
To begin your application, please complete the following online form. After submitting the form, you will be asked to register with our Mobility Online Portal to complete your application. In our portal, you will be asked to upload
- Motivation Letter (template will be provided on our portal)
- Confirmation of enrollment at your home university
- Transcript of records
In our portal, you will then be able to indicate the courses you would like to apply for. You may list of up to 5 courses you would be interested in (state your priority for each course) and the maximum number of courses you wish to attend. You can attend a maximum of 3 courses.
The selection will be based on an evaluation of your overall academic performance (transcript of records) and the statement of motivation. University of Mannheim will inform its partner universities about the admitted students, so they can confirm the students' selection and enrollment.
Please note: Enrollment at the home institution during the fall semeser 2024 is mandatory for registration as an OEI student at University of Mannheim in fall semester 2024. Should students lose their enrollment status at the home institution after having been admitted and registered for OEI at University of Mannheim, disregistration at University of Mannheim will also be enforced.
#EngagerTestimonials
I would recommend participating in the OEI to all students who are curious and willing to learn new things.
“I am thrilled about the Online Exchange Initiative” says Marcello, who has attended online courses at University of Mannheim. Read the interview to find out more!
