BSc Economics and Data Science at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Explore the complexities of the economy and the power of data. Our BSc Economics and Data Science integrates the fields of economics and data science to provide a comprehensive understanding of economic principles, advanced data science methodologies, and the synergy between these two disciplines to address real-world problems. The programme is designed for students who want to combine economic and econometrics theory with cutting-edge data analysis methods to gain insights.

Department: Department of Statistics | Duration: Three years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: 27 September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this programme, you'll study 12 units over three years, plus LSE100. Compulsory and core courses include Microeconomics I, Macroeconomics I, Mathematical Methods, Elementary Statistical Theory, Managing Visualising Data, Programming for Data Science, The LSE Course, Microeconomics II, Macroeconomics II, Econometrics I.

Career pathways

Graduates of the BSc in Economics and Data Science can pursue a variety of exciting roles, including: Data Analyst: use statistical tools to interpret complex data sets and provide actionable insights for businesses and organisations; Economic Consultant: advise companies and governments on economic policies, market trends, and financial strategies; Financial Analyst: analyse financial data to help businesses make informed investment decisions; Policy Analyst: work with think tanks or government.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GCSE: For GCSEs, you’ll need a strong pre-16 academic profile such as several GCSE grades of A (or 7) and A* (or 8-9). We also ask for a good set of GCSE grades or equivalent across a broad range of subjects, with a minimum of grade B (or 6) in GCSE English and Mathematics. A-levels: A*AA, with an A* in Mathematics Where it's offered by your school or college, AS- or A-level Further Mathematics is expected to be taken and a grade A achieved. A-level contextual offer: A*AB with an A* in Mathematics Where it's offered by your school or college, AS- or A-level Further Mathematics is expected to be taken and a grade A achieved. IB Diploma: 39 points overall, including 766 in higher level subjects, with 7 in "Mathematics: analysis and approaches". IB contextual offer: 38 points overall, including 766 in higher level subjects, with 7 in "Mathematics: analysis and approaches". Subjects: Mathematics at A-level or equivalent is required. Further Mathematics is highly desirable. Applicants are encouraged to take the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Set at the UK Government maximum; may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 37,500 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee stays the same for each year of full-time study. Source

Intake: 27 September 2027

Duration: Three years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Undergraduate/Prospective-Students/How-to-Apply

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