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Economics and Data Science

  • Bachelor of Science in Economics (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 20 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

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, 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.

Accredited by CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants). On completing this course you'll be able to apply for 4 exemptions.

  • 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.

Modules

Course Modules

Year 1

  • Applied Economics and Policy

  • Employability 1

  • Mathematics for Economics

  • Principles of Economics

  • Academic Integrity

  • Data Skills for Economists

Year 2

  • Introduction to Data Science

  • Employability 2

  • Macroeconomics

  • Microeconomics

  • Economic Modelling and Data Science

  • Econometrics 1

  • Econometrics 2

Year 3
  • Employability 3

Optional Modules

Below is a taster of some of the exciting optional modules that students on the course could choose from during this academic year. Please be aware these do change over time, and optional modules may be withdrawn or new ones added.

Year 1
  • All modules are core
Year 2
  • All modules are core
Year 3

  • Advanced Econometrics I

  • Advanced Economic Theory

  • Advanced Topics in Game Theory

  • Corporate Finance

  • Economics of Inequality

  • Philosophy of Economics

  • Behavioural Economics

  • Financial Econometrics with Data Science

  • Topics in Finance

  • Labour Economics

  • Public Economics

  • Monetary Economics

  • Topics in Development Economics

  • Topics in Economic History

  • Advanced Econometrics II

https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/undergraduate/economics/economics-and-data-science/

Assessment method

Teaching is mostly by means of lectures and seminars, the latter providing a forum for students to work through problem sets and applications in a smaller and more interactive setting. Outside of scheduled teaching sessions, students work independently, or collaboratively, researching, reading and preparing for seminars.

Assessment is usually carried out by end of year examinations as well as class tests and assignments. Final year students can choose to complete an extended essay, which offers students the chance to conduct an original piece of research.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

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Study options

  • Bachelor of Science in Economics (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 20 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
L140
Institution code:
R72
Campus name:
Main Site
Points of Entry:
Year 1

Royal Holloway, University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
L140
Institution code:
R72
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
AAB-BBB

Required subjects:
A-level B in Mathematics
We require English Language and plus Mathematics GCSE grade 4 (C)

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.

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Scottish Higher
AAABB

including B in Maths

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 30

Pass with at least 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and the remaining level 3 credits at Merit.  

Plus A Level Maths or Distinction in Maths content.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Required subjects:

A-level B in Mathematics
We require English Language and plus Mathematics GCSE grade 4 (C)

Scottish Advanced Higher
AAB

including B in Maths

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD

Plus a B in A-level Mathematics.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 34

6,6,5 or 34 points

including 5 in Maths at Higher Level

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD

Plus grade B in A-level Mathematics.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2H2H3H3H3

including H3 in Maths

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D

Plus A-level grades AB including Mathematics.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)

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.

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.

Combinations of qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, please contact us on admissions.enquiries@rhul.ac.uk to discuss your situation.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

At Royal Holloway, we know every student approaches university with different experiences and backgrounds. We look at each application individually, and different factors can affect the exact offer a student receives. For instance, our contextual offer scheme means students from disadvantaged socio-economic background can receive a different offer. For full details please see our website.

Learn more on the Royal Holloway, University of London website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
EU & International£26800*
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland & Channel Islands£9790*

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Other essential costs: Students are recommended to purchase a laptop before starting their course, to assist with their studies. The optional residential field courses incur an extra fee.

*The tuition fee for Home (UK) undergraduates is controlled by Government regulations. This figure is the fee for the academic year 2026/27 and is shown as a guide. The fee for the academic year 2027/28 has not yet been confirmed.

*This figure is the fee for EU and international students starting a degree in the academic year 2026/27 and is shown as a guide. The fee for the academic year 2027/28 has not yet been confirmed.

Royal Holloway reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually for all students. For further information see fees and funding: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/fees-and-funding/

Sponsorship information

Scholarships and bursaries 2

https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studyhere/undergraduate/feesandfunding/bursariesandscholarships/home.aspx

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