About the course

Our BSc Economics and Data Science is your gateway to an intellectually stimulating and lucrative career path. Data scientists are in high demand across sectors like finance, e-commerce, healthcare and more. As a graduate, you'll be equipped for roles such as data analyst, financial consultant, economic forecaster, and more.

　　Our innovative curriculum seamlessly integrates economics and data science, empowering you with a unique employable skill set that is in high demand across diverse industries. You will gain hands-on experience through practical projects, involving programming, data visualisation, machine learning, and web-scraping. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and practical case studies, building a portfolio that sets you apart.

　　Working with leading researchers, you will learn to dissect economic trends, conduct robust data analysis, and make informed decisions that drive success for businesses, governments, and non-profit organisations. You will be trained to use market-leading software, including python and R, and will work toward certifications in each. Students benefit from our newly created data lab facilities.

　　The course provides you with an opportunity to be at the intersection of economics and data science, two of the most influential fields in the modern world.

　　Study economic models and links to high-powered data analysis.

　　Learn programming in industry-relevant software like python and R.

　　Develop advanced data analytical skills and relate findings to economic models.

　　Opportunity to undertake a placement Year in Business.

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: GB£60,000

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Egham
Autumn (September), 2025	Egham

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Royal Holloway

International Baccalaureate- 6,5,5 at Higher Level subjects with a minimum of 32 points overall. A Levels: AAB-ABB Required subjects: A-level Mathematics At least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9-4 including English and Mathematics.. Required subjects: GCSE Maths at grade A or 7. At least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9-4 including English and Mathematics. Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A - levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio - economic factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. IELTS: 6.5 overall. No subscore lower than 5.5. TOEFL ib: 88 overall, with Reading 18 Listening 17

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Royal Holloway. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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