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Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Data Science and Public Policy (Political Science) in London United Kingdom | University College London
University College London
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London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
34,400
(c. USD45,964.25)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
UCL's MSc in Data Science and Public Policy, jointly delivered by the Departments of Economics and Political Science, prepares future policymakers to tackle society's most pressing issues using data-driven approaches. The exponential growth and accessibility of quantitative data in modern times presents policymakers with significant possibilities as well as substantial hurdles. The sheer volume and intricacy of digital data could revolutionize our approach to comprehending, formulating, executing, and assessing impactful public policies. Yet transforming this abundance of information into actionable knowledge demands expertise in advanced data-science techniques, strong technical capabilities, and thorough comprehension of economic and political systems.
This MSc program offers two specialized tracks: Political Science and Economics. Both pathways provide foundational training in applied data-science methodologies and understanding of economic-political systems through three core modules. The Political Science track focuses more intensely on policy development and execution, whereas the Economics track (detailed in the separate Graduate Prospectus) emphasizes contemporary quantitative economic methods. Distinct admission criteria apply to each track, reflecting their respective academic focuses. Applicants may choose to apply for either the Political Science or Economics pathway of this degree.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in Economics with a significant quantitative component from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Applicants with a qualification of an equivalent standard in another quantitative discipline, e.g. statistics, mathematics, or physics, may also be considered.
Applicants whose studies for their undergraduate degree have been undertaken wholly or mainly at a university located outside the UK must supply GRE General Test scores and demonstrate competence in English at UCL's Advanced level before the start of the course and preferably at the time of application. The quantitative GRE score must be 162 or above (post-August 2011 scores). If you studied either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree wholly or mainly at a university in the UK you do not need to provide a GRE score. The English language level for this programme is: Level 4
UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Version - Overall score of 7.5 and a minimum of 7.0 in each component. Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Overall score of 109 with 27/30 in reading and writing and 23/30 in speaking and listening.
Applicants whose studies for their undergraduate degree have been undertaken wholly or mainly at a university located outside the UK must supply GRE General Test scores and demonstrate competence in English at UCL's Advanced level before the start of the course and preferably at the time of application. The quantitative GRE score must be 162 or above (post-August 2011 scores). If you studied either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree wholly or mainly at a university in the UK you do not need to provide a GRE score. The English language level for this programme is: Level 4
UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Version - Overall score of 7.5 and a minimum of 7.0 in each component. Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Overall score of 109 with 27/30 in reading and writing and 23/30 in speaking and listening.
Tuition
GBP
34,400