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MSc - Master of Science
Newcastle, Main Campus
Full Time
SEP
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Newcastle, Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
Newcastle, Main Campus
Full Time
SEP
1 Year
Select a an exam type
Unlock the power of data in Economic Analysis with our Economics and Data Science Master's course. Gain the skills and expertise necessary to navigate the complex world of big data. Learn to use methods such as Random Forests, clustering algorithms and text-as-data methods. Our core modules equip you with the tools to extract valuable insights and drive innovation. You'll learn how to improve data-driven decision-making of individuals, firms and governments. You can tailor your degree with a range of optional modules. You'll apply your learning by completing a dissertation using real data.With this Master’s degree from Newcastle University, you will have developed the skills necessary to excel as a:professional economistpolicy makeracademic researcher
Typically a 2:1 honours degree from a UK university, or international equivalent, in economics or joint honours with a major component of economics. You are expected to have a good standard in mathematics (eg. calculus, matrix algebra, constrained optimisation) and statistics (eg. probability theory, statistical inference, hypothesis testing, simple regressions) achieved at undergraduate level. If you have a 2:1 degree in a related subject that is highly quantitative (eg finance, statistics, operations research, mathematics, engineering) you may be considered with approval from an academic selector. The selector will use the degree syllabus and / or letters of reference as evidence of understanding and suitability.
Students living in
Domestic
£14,800 per year
Students from Domestic
Living costs - 10500-11500 a year
£28,100 per year
Students from EU
Living costs - 10500-11500 a year
£28,100 per year
Students from International
Living costs - 10500-11500 a year
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