MSc Economics with Data Science at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Gain an in-depth understanding of economics, econometrics and data science on our interdisciplinary MSc Economics with Data Science. This programme is suited to both professionals and recent undergraduates, following a related degree such as economics, computer science, physics, maths, or engineering, with exposure to quantitative methods and/or programming. You will be taught by experts in economics and mathematical engineering, combining theoretical foundations with practical training in programming and data science software.

What you will study

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 will study a mandatory Machine Learning for Economics unit alongside optional units that allow you to tailor the programme to your interests.

Career pathways

Programme graduates possess a multidisciplinary set of skills that can be tailored to a broad range of industries and occupations, such as data analyst or quantitative economist within the financial industry, private sector organisations, or public organisations such as the Government Economic Service. Recent graduate destinations include the UK Home Office, the Bank of China, PwC, Samsung, Lloyds Banking Group, Digital China Information Technology Services, Jane Street, Meituan, and the UK Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in a quantitative subject (whether as a single, joint, or combined honours degree) such as: Accounting and Finance Actuarial Sciences Computer Science Data Science Economics Engineering Finance International Economics and Trade Maths Physics Commerce (with specialism in Accounting/Finance/Accounting & Finance/Economics). OR if your degree subject is not listed above, you will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent with three different units of mathematics with 60% or above (or an international equivalent) in each unit, from the units listed in the Maths qualification requirements list below OR A-level Mathematics with grade A if no mathematics or quantitative units in your degree. English language: profile level B.

Domestic applicants: GBP 19,500 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 34,500 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: One year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/start-application/

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