Overview

The Network and Data Science at Central European University (CEU) conducts interdisciplinary research in network science and social data science, combining theoretical foundations with data-driven applications to tackle complex societal challenges.

The PhD in Network Science—Europe’s only doctoral program in the field—offers cutting-edge interdisciplinary research opportunities. You will:

Analize large-scale networks with data science methods

Develop models for finance, political networks, urban mobility and social systems

Work at the crossroads of mathematics, statistical physics and computer science

Career

Graduates pursue academic careers or work in industry roles related to network data analytics, finance, technology, policy research and consulting.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Application oriented, data driven research in Network Science

Psychological and knowledge networks

Networks in political science

Urban networks

Social networks

Socioeconomic networks

Other higher-order models of networks

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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5

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vienna, Austria

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Data Science & Big Data Web Technologies & Cloud Computing

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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130

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TOEFL^® IBT

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100

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5

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

While a strong quantitative background is recommended, students from diverse disciplines can apply. Core coursework in computational methods, network modelling and data analytics will provide necessary skills.

You must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and a master's degree (or equivalent) in a related field from a recognized university or institution of higher education or provide documentation indicating that you will earn such a degree before enrollment in a CEU doctoral course of study. Those students holding a five-year master’s degree are not required to have a bachelor’s degree.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15000 EUR / year

≈ 15000 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

15000 EUR / year

≈ 15000 EUR / year

Additional Details

Doctoral programs (year 1): 15,000 EUR Doctoral programs after comprehensive examination (years 2,3, and 4): 5,000 EUR

Living costs

Vienna

Austria

861 - 1331 EUR / month

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Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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