
Economics and Data Science with a Year in Business BSc Econ
Course Overview - Economics and Data Science with a Year in Business BSc Econ
Our BSc in 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, youll 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 pro...
Our BSc in 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, youll be equipped for roles such as data analyst, financial consultant, economic forecaster, and more.<br/><br/>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. Youll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and practical case studies, building a portfolio that sets you apart.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Accredited by CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants). On completing this course youll be able to apply for 4 exemptions.<br/><br/><br/>• Study economic models and links to high-powered data analysis.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn programming in industry-relevant software like Python and R.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop advanced data analytical skills and relate findings to economic models.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Spend the third year of this four year degree on a Year in Business<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L141
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,B,B
Including Maths.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
In a relevant subject, 15 level 3 credits must be in Maths units at Distinction and the remaining level 3 credits at Merit. Please note that the Access to Higher Education Diploma will only be acceptable if the applicant has had a considerable break from education.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
6,6,5 at Higher Level including Maths with a minimum of 32 points overall. Maths Studies is not accepted.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
In a relevant subject plus A-Level Maths grade B or above.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H3,H3
Including Maths.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics. Grade A or 7 is required in GCSE Mathematics.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
D*D
In a relevant subject plus A-level Maths grade B.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
D*DD
In a relevant subject plus A-Level Maths grade B or above.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
In a relevant subject plus A-level Maths grade B.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A,B
A,B,B
Including Maths.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Applicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
In a relevant subject plus A-level grades AB including Maths.
A level
A,A,B
A,B,B
A-level Mathematics is a course requirement. 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-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £26,800 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |