What is the minimum IELTS band score required for admission to top public universities in Germany for courses like ML or data science for a Master's?
06 Aug 2026 · Answered by Swastika Ghosh · 1 min read
For top public universities in Germany offering master's programs in Machine Learning or Data Science, the minimum IELTS Academic overall band score is usually 6.5 to 7.0, with no individual band below 6.0. Some highly competitive programs may require an overall score closer to 7.0.
Requirements can vary by university and course.
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