- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Computer Science
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
How can data scraped from property websites help reveal what truly drives house prices? How do banks use borrower data to build powerful credit scoring models? Can data science help prevent the next major cyber-attack? These are just a few of the real-world challenges you’ll be equipped to tackle on our MSc in Economics with Data Science. This course is part of our Academic and Professional Programme – designed for those who have already studied economics and are looking for intensive research-led training in advanced economic theory, econometrics, and data science. Our dynamic teaching approach blends lectures, workshops, student presentations, group activities, IT lab sessions, and guest lectures from industry and academic experts. You'll benefit from a truly research-led experience, as many of our faculty are actively working at the cutting edge of data science in economics. From day one, you’ll be set up for success with our intensive pre-sessional training, ensuring you’re confident in core areas like calculus, matrix algebra, and STATA—an essential tool in today’s econometrics landscape. Throughout the year, you’ll also receive extensive hands-on training in Python and other essential data science tools, along with guidance on using online data sources to enhance your dissertation and other research.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:2 |
|---|
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
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IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component)
Fees
International students: £23,850 per year
UK students: £12,400 per year
UK/Home: £12,400 per year
International: £23,850 per year
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
Rolling admissions - apply early
Campus
- Norwich Research Park, Norwich, United Kingdom
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