MPA in Data Science for Public Policy at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Discover how to harness the power of data to tackle complex policy challenges. Data-driven insights are increasingly important in policymaking and analysis. This two-year programme will equip you with the technical, analytical and quantitative skills to address policy challenges in an increasingly data-driven world.

Department: School of Public Policy | Duration: 21 months full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Preparation, programming bootcamp and welcome Prior to your arrival at LSE you'll receive details about optional readings and online learning materials which are designed to help you to prepare for the programme. MPA-DSPP introduction and programming bootcamp Prior to the start of the Autumn Term in September, you'll need to attend an introductory programming bootcamp. Compulsory and core courses include Micro and Macro Economics (for Public Policy), Political Science for Public Policy, Quantitative Approaches and Policy Analysis, Data Science for Public Policy, Capstone Project: MPA - Data Science for Public Policy, Technology, Data Science and Policy.

Career pathways

Studying at the LSE School of Public Policy is an excellent career decision with employers across the globe attracted both to the intellectual rigour and the practical applications of our curricula. The MPA-DSPP is designed to produce well-rounded professionals who make an immediate impact for employers in the public sector, private companies, non-governmental and inter-governmental organisations around the world, including government departments and agencies, consultancies and international dev.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in any discipline. There is no formal requirement for previous professional work experience, but students starting the LSE MPA would normally have one year of professional experience and many would have two or more years of experience. English language requirement: Higher (IELTS 7.0 overall with 7.0 in reading and 6.5 in listening, writing and speaking).

Domestic applicants: GBP 35,900 a year (2027/28). Fee shown is for Year 1 (2027/28). Other published rates: Year 2 (2028/29): £35,900. Source

International applicants: GBP 35,900 a year (2027/28). Fee shown is for Year 1 (2027/28). Other published rates: Year 2 (2028/29): £35,900. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 21 months full-time

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

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