Economics, Finance and Data Science

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The BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science is a first-of-its-kind degree that offers you the rigorous study of economics and finance, combined with the learning of data science and its applications.

Our distinctive curriculum has been designed by leading academics at the forefront of each discipline with input from industry and public policy leaders. Enjoy the benefits of studying in the heart of London at a global top 10 university. You will join the Imperial College London community and be welcomed into Imperial College Business School, where you can also benefit from our network of students, alumni and employers.

Through a unique combination of subjects, such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, data science and machine learning, you will develop the analytical skills and coding capabilities required by the next generation of economists, policy experts, business leaders, and researchers to address the big issues of our time.

You will also develop essential skills identified by employers though specialist modules on effective communication, teamwork and emotional intelligence.

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Structure

This page is updated regularly to reflect the latest version of the curriculum. However, this information is subject to change.

Please note: it may not always be possible to take specific combinations of modules due to timetabling conflicts. For confirmation, please check with the relevant department.

Modules - Year one

All modules in the first two years are compulsory for all students. They are designed to provide a theoretical and practical grounding in all three subject areas of the degree.

In year three, you design your learning by choosing from a rich array of electives spanning economics, finance, and data science, as well as other areas of expertise offered by the Business School. You may concentrate in one area in order to specialise, or mix them for a broader learning experience.

Autumn term

Spring term

Autumn, Spring, Summer term

Essential Skills 1: Creative Problem Solving

Modules - Year two

All modules in the first two years are compulsory for all students. They are designed to provide a theoretical and practical grounding in all three subject areas of the degree.

Autumn term

Spring term

Autumn, Spring, Summer term

Essential Skills 2: Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

Modules - Year three

In year three, you will apply your learning to a final year project, explore another course from one of Imperial’s other departments, complete your essential skills modules, and choose six electives. Choose all electives from one area if you wish to specialise in that subject area.

Compulsory modules – Autumn, Spring term

Electives

Autumn

Spring