)
Economics at UEA
Find out more about studying Economics at UEA, and browse our other courses.
Find out moreMSc Economics and Data Science
Key Details
- Attendance
- Full Time
- Award
- Degree of Master of Science
- Course Length
- 1 year
- Course Start Date
- September 2026
Other Start Dates
Chat to us on Unibuddy
Any questions? Chat online with current students, staff and experts. This is your chance to ask anything about UEA, university life, Norwich and more.
Other Start Dates
Scroll For More
Why you should choose us
Course 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.
You’ll dive deep into core areas such as microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, as well as advanced econometrics—both theoretical and applied. But this course isn’t one-size-fits-all. You’ll also have the freedom to shape your learning around your interests and career goals, selecting from a wide range of interesting optional modules aligned with the research strengths of the School of Economics: Finance, Environmental Economics and Data Science. Your dissertation is the capstone of the MSc—an opportunity to apply your skills to a research topic of your choice, with expert guidance. You may also collaborate with external organisations, gaining valuable work-based learning experience and even exploring a potential pathway to PhD study.
Alongside first-class academic training, at UEA, you’ll have access to outstanding extracurricular and sporting opportunities—all set in the historic and lively city of Norwich. The School of Economics is committed to your future, offering tailored career support through employer visits, professional skills workshops, and personalised one-on-one guidance. Whether you aim to become a professional economist in government, industry, or finance, or pursue a PhD, this degree equips you with the skills and confidence to take your next big step.
)
Study and Modules
Structure
This MSc in Economics and Data Science is a 12-month course, commencing with the pre-sessional course in September.
You’ll learn the fundamentals of programming, data management, data analysis, and data visualisation. You’ll also master the economic applications of statistical learning methods, building on and expanding the broad set of skills you’ll develop in other modules.
You’ll also have the opportunity to tailor your learning by selecting specialist modules that align with your interests and career goals.
To prepare for your dissertation, you'll attend a series of training lectures covering how to choose a topic, access data, conduct literature reviews, and analyse quantitative data. You’ll also benefit from additional lab-based dissertation training workshops.
Compulsory Modules
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
UEA’s School of Economics is a vibrant, friendly, research-focused community known for its excellence in teaching and innovation. We have an international reputation in many key areas, covering both theoretical and applied economics. Our principal research strengths include behavioural economics, competition economics, environmental policy, contests and corporate behaviour, finance and financial markets, and data science.
You'll take six taught modules, spread over two semesters. In a typical module, you'll have two hours of lectures and one hour of workshops (or lab sessions) per week. Your workshops are more interactive than lectures and provide you with an opportunity to raise questions arising from lectures.
In your programming and econometrics modules, your workshops will take place in computer labs, where you'll learn how to program in Python, and how to conduct econometric analysis using the specialist econometric software package, STATA.
You’ll also develop strong independent study skills as you work on coursework assignments, prepare for seminars, and engage in wider reading. These abilities become especially valuable when you begin work on your dissertation.
Assessment
Assessment will take a variety of forms, including take-home assignments, seminar presentations, written tests, computer tests and your dissertation.
You’ll also regularly complete formative assessment tasks, giving you the opportunity to practise assessment activities without affecting your module marks. When marked assessments are returned, you’ll receive constructive written feedback to support your continued improvement.
If you have additional needs due to disabilities such as sensory impairment, or learning difficulties such as dyslexia, you can obtain help from our Student Support Service.
Employability
After the Course
Upon completing this MSc, you can pursue a variety of careers as a professional economist in government, industry, international agencies and other similar organisations, or you can pursue an academic career in Economics. Past graduates from the School of Economics have gone on to work for HM Treasury, the Home Office, Bank of England, Aviva, Barclays, M+A Partners, BDO, Deloitte, Ernst and Young, Goldman Sachs, Grant Thornton, HSBC, JP Morgan, KPMG, Lloyds, PwC and Santander amongst others.
You’ll also be well prepared to pursue a PhD, with a view to continuing into an academic career. Several of our former PhD students now hold lecturer positions in university departments both in the UK and internationally.
Careers
Examples of careers that you could enter include:
- Government agencies
- Private sector consultancies
- Healthcare consultancies
- PhD study
Discover more on our Careers webpages.
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
Degree classification
Bachelors degree - 2.2
Degree Subject
Economics
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all postgraduate applicants.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
Degree classification
UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent
Degree Subject
Economics
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
-
IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component).
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not meet the English language requirements for this course, our UEA International Study Centre offers a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the required English skills.
-
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all postgraduate applicants.
)
Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2026/27 are:
-
UK Students: £12,400
-
International Students: £23,850
We estimate living expenses at £1,136 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here.
Scholarships and Bursaries
The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of additional course-related costs.
How to Apply
How to apply
Applications for Postgraduate Taught programmes at the University of East Anglia should be made directly to the University.
To apply please use our online application form.
Further information
If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances prior to applying, please do contact us:
Postgraduate Admissions Office
Tel: +44 (0)1603 591515
Email: admissions@uea.ac.uk
International candidates are also encouraged to access the International Students section of our website.