Economics and Data Science, MSc, University of Kent

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MSc	Full-time	2 years	September	0	find out

About Economics and Data Science, MSc - at University of Kent

Studying Economics at postgraduate level gives you the opportunity to advance your knowledge of core macroeconomics and microeconomic theory, alongside econometrics methods and financial econometrics. Learn the theoretical concepts and analytical techniques that will contribute to your understanding of complex contemporary problems. With opportunities to specialise in areas such as labour economics and money and credit.

This course is studied over two years full-time and is co-delivered with Aix Marseille University, leading to a double degree awarded jointly bu the two institutions. You receive high-quality training with real-world applications, and have opportunity to pursue an internship in France, building industry connections.

Be part of a university that has a strong research culture and an international reputation for applied microeconomics, quantitative macroeconomics theory and economic development.

Build on your existing knowledge, abilities and skills by developing a deeper understanding of economic theory, econometric and quantitative techniques and policy applications, whilst choosing modules and areas of interest to specialise in. You'll develop the skills necessary for independent research and application to real world problems.

You spend your second year at Aix Marseille University where you take courses related to Data Science. These include 'Machine Learning', 'Programming for Big Data' and 'Duration and Transition Models' which are all necessary to meet the growing demand for more specialist needs, such as programming for economic and financial applications and quantitative techniques needed to analyse, in-depth, economic, and financial data.

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The School of Economics is dedicated to excellence in both teaching and research, as demonstrated by our results in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 and recent national student surveys. Our academic staff are active in research, and teaching and learning are informed by the School's thriving research culture and strong cosmopolitan academic community.

We currently have 35 academic staff, with about 35-40 MSc and PhD students, which has the benefit of a good community for interaction between students but also means that each student receives a good deal of individual attention in classes and workshops. It also means that we are able to offer excellent facilities for research.

Our postgraduate student community is global with many of the students originating from outside the UK and Europe. There are also a number of different nationalities represented within the academic staff. You will be able to integrate into this multicultural environment and build yourself an international professional network for the future.

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Canterbury, Marseille

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Fees, Funding and Scholarships at University of Kent

Kent offers a range of funding opportunities, including full awards to support doctoral researchers and students undertaking a taught Master’s at our locations in the UK and Europe. We also offer several scholarships to support our international students including GREAT British Council and Chevening Scholarship awards. Our Research Council doctoral training partnerships give you access to a range of funding and research networks. Check out our bursaries and scholarships and see if you’re eligible.

For students starting a postgraduate taught course in  January 2025 or September 2025  at one of our UK campuses, we have several scholarships available. Check if you are eligible to apply and get more information on our scholarship’s webpages

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