MSc Applied Social Data Science at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Discover how data science can help us solve pressing social problems. The rapid rise of AI and big data are reshaping our world. This programme will equip you with cutting edge data science skills that are in demand across a variety of careers in the private, public, and non-profit sectors.

Department: Department of Methodology | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: 27 September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory and core courses include Computer Programming, Fundamentals of Social Science Research Design, Capstone Project.

Career pathways

This programme will prepare you for a variety of careers in the private, non-profit and public sectors. Advertising, Marketing, PR, Media, Entertainment, Publishing and Journalism This data is drawn from the latest 2023/24 Graduate Outcomes Survey, conducted by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in social science with evidence of quantitative training. Work experience is advantageous but not required. English language requirement: Standard (IELTS 7.0 overall with 6.5 in each component).

Domestic applicants: GBP 41,900 for the whole programme (2027/28). Same tuition fee for Home and Overseas students. Source

International applicants: GBP 41,900 for the whole programme (2027/28). Same tuition fee for Home and Overseas students. Source

Intake: 27 September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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

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