MSc Economics and Data Analytics

Explore how consumers, businesses and markets make economic decisions and how government policies influence market outcomes. Apply microeconomic theories and empirical evidence to examine competition, market structures, market failures and economic interventions, developing practical analytical skills to address real-world economic challenges.

Develop practical skills in collecting, organising, visualising and analysing data for economic and social science research. Explore statistical methods, research design and regression analysis while using analytical software to interpret findings, evaluate evidence and support informed decision-making.

Develop a strong foundation in econometric principles and statistical techniques to analyse real-world economic challenges. Learn to formulate hypotheses, perform regression analysis and interpret quantitative data using analytical software, building essential skills for evidence-based decision-making in economics, business and public policy.

Examine how international trade, investment, economic policies and global institutions influence national and global economies. Explore key macroeconomic challenges, including productivity, financial flows and sustainability, while developing the analytical skills to evaluate economic trends and address contemporary global economic issues.

Develop essential skills in Python programming, applied mathematics and predictive modelling. Learn to collect, manipulate and analyse datasets, build predictive models and transform complex data into meaningful insights, enabling you to develop data-driven solutions for real-world economic and business challenges.

Explore the fundamental principles of data mining and machine learning, including classification, regression, clustering and pattern discovery. Learn to prepare and analyse datasets, evaluate algorithms and apply predictive techniques to real-world challenges, developing practical skills for data-driven decision-making.

Apply your economics and data analytics knowledge to real-world business challenges through consultancy projects and business simulations. Develop skills in research, financial analysis, problem-solving and strategic decision-making while learning to evaluate organisational performance and present practical, evidence-based business recommendations.

Undertake an independent research project exploring a topic of your choice within economics and analytics. Develop advanced research, analytical and critical thinking skills by applying appropriate methodologies, evaluating academic literature and analysing data to produce an original, well-structured postgraduate dissertation.