MSc Economics with Data Science

Our programmes are current and exciting, and you will be taught by leading academics who are tackling real problems and influencing economic policy worldwide.

In the first term, you will study compulsory units in economics and data science. In the second term, you can choose optional units which you will study in addition to a mandatory Machine Learning for Economics unit. Finally, you will have the opportunity to work in a group with other students on an applied research project, potentially collaborating with an industry partner, to solve a real-world problem. Project assessment is based on a mixture of group and individual work, and the majority of your dissertation mark will be assessed on your personal contribution.

Visit our programme catalogue for full details of the structure, unit content and assessment for our MSc Economics with Data Science.

You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in a quantitative-based subject: for example Maths, Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science or Physics.

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You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or international equivalent in an Economics or quantitative discipline or a related field. This must include a 2:1 in at least three different quantitative units from the Maths qualification requirements list below.

Non-quantitative subjects are considered unsuitable, these include: Arts/Humanities, Languages, essay-based Social Science subjects, Nursing/Dentistry/Veterinary Science, Sports Science.

If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date.

We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so you would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of your degree. Specific module requirements would still apply.

We will also consider your application if your grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if you have at least one of the following:

• evidence of significant (minimum of two years in a paid role) relevant work experience such as data analysis, economics modelling, data informed policy making.
• a postgraduate qualification.

If this is the case, please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing details of your relevant qualifications. Specific module requirements would still apply.

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.