Economics, Finance and Data Science
A first-of-its-kind degree combining economics, finance, and data science and its applications
A unique degree for analytical thinkers who aspire for global impact
Study in the heart of London at a global top 10 university
Embark on a first-of-its-kind degree that offers rigorous study of economics and finance, combined with data science
Course key facts
Qualification
BSc
Duration
3 years
Start date
October 2025
UCAS course code
L1N3
Study mode
Full-time
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Fees
£9,535 per year Home
£40,700 per year Overseas
Delivered by
Location
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South Kensington
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Applications: places
35 : 1 (2023)
Minimum entry standard
A*AA (A-levels)
39 points (International Baccalaureate)
Course overview
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, 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.
Structure
This page is updated regularly to reflect the latest version of the curriculum. However, this information is subject to change.
Find out more about potential course changes.
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.
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.
- Mathematical Foundations
- Probability & Statistics
- Introduction to Data Science
- Big Issues in Economics and Finance
- Microeconomics 1
- Macroeconomics 1
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Accounting
Essential Skills 1: Creative Problem Solving
Professional accreditation
We are among a handful of business schools worldwide to achieve triple accreditation:
- Association of MBAs (AMBA)
- Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
- European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)
We have also been recognised for our work in tackling gender inequality in higher education with a Bronze Athena SWAN award.
Teaching and assessment
Balance of teaching and learning
Key
- Lectures and tutorials
- Independent study
- Final project
Years 1 and 2
- 25% Lectures and tutorials
- 75% Independent study
- 0% Final project
Year 3
- 20% Lectures and tutorials
- 60% Independent study
- 20% Final project
Teaching and learning methods
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Lectures
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Tutorials
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Computing labs
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Independent learning
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Group projects
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Virtual learning environment
Assessment methods
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Coursework
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Examinations
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Problem sets
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Project reports
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Presentations
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In-class or online quizzes
Entry requirements
We consider all applicants on an individual basis, welcoming students from all over the world.
Minimum entry standard
A*AA
To include:
- A* in Mathematics
- A in two other subjects (Further Mathematics and/or Economics are useful, but not required)
Not accepted: General Studies and Critical Thinking
Support for widening participation applicants
Our contextual admissions route for UK applicants may entitle you to additional considerations within the application process to help us form a more complete picture of your potential to succeed at Imperial.
Find out more about who is eligible and what support you may receive.
How to apply
Applications are closed for 2025 entry
Applications are closed for 2025 entry.
Admissions test (TMUA)
To be considered for this course for 2025 entry, you will need to sit the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA) as part of the application process.
Registration for the January 2025 test sitting is now closed. You can find more information about what to expect on your test day, including materials to help you prepare for the test, on the University Admissions Tests UK website.
About TMUA
- Computer-based, multiple-choice test to assess your mathematical thinking and reasoning skills.
- You must sit this test in a Pearson VUE test centre.
- Create a UAT-UK account with Pearson VUE to book a test.
Key deadlines
October sitting (16 and 17 October 2024): Registration is now closed
January sitting (8 and 9 January 2025): Registration is now closed
Take the test just once as only your first score will count.
Test fee bursary
UK candidates in financial need can apply for a bursary voucher to book the TMUA free of charge.
Full details of eligibility criteria and how to apply are available on the UAT-UK website.
Access arrangements
Note: The deadline has now passed to apply for access arrangements for January 2025.
Access arrangements, for example, extra time or rest breaks, are available for students with learning difficulties, disabilities, and other medical conditions.
If this applies to you, you need to notify UAT-UK of your requirements before booking your test in one of Pearson VUE’s global network of test centres.
Once your access arrangements have been confirmed, you will be able to book your test online.
Assessing your application
Admissions Tutors consider all the evidence available during our rigorous selection process and the College flags key information providing assessors with a more complete picture of the educational and social circumstances relevant to the applicant. Some applicants may be set lower offers and some more challenging ones.
Post-application interview
Successful candidates will be invited to an online interview with an academic (20-30 minutes).
The purpose of the interview is for us to find out more about your motivation, analytical thinking, and communication skills. As such, no particular preparation is needed and we do not expect you to demonstrate prior knowledge of economics, finance and/or data science. Our aim, at the meeting, is to identify prospective students who are most likely to enjoy and succeed on the degree.
An ATAS certificate is not required for students applying for this course.
Fees and funding
Home fee
2025 entry
£9,535 per year
Important update for 2025 entry
The UK government has announced that, starting in April 2025, maximum tuition fees for Home undergraduate students in England will increase from £9,250 per year to £9,535. Find out more.
Your fee is based on the year you enter the university, not your year of study. This means that if you repeat a year or resume your studies after an interruption, your fees will only increase by the amount linked to inflation.
Find out more about our , including how inflationary increases are applied to your tuition fees in subsequent years of study.
Whether you pay the Home or Overseas fee depends on your fee status. This is assessed based on UK Government legislation and includes things like where you live and your nationality or residency status. Find out .
If you're a Home student, you can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the UK government to cover the entire cost of tuition for every year of your course.
The loan is paid directly to the university.
You will start repaying it only after you leave your course, have a job, and are earning above a certain amount.
Once the repayments start, the amount you pay each month depends on how much you earn, not on how much you owe in total.
The Imperial Bursary is available to all Home undergraduate students with a household income below £70,000 per year.
The amount awarded is based on your household income, with up to £5,000/year available for students from the lowest income households.
It's money which you don't need to pay back, and it's paid on top of any government funding you may also receive.
It is available for each year of your course, as long as your annual household income remains below £70,000.
Home students can apply for a means-tested Maintenance Loan to help with their living costs.
In November 2024, the UK government announced a 3.1% increase in English Maintenance Loans for 2025-26.
How you apply for student finance depends on whether you have studied before and where you’re from or normally live. Find out more on the UK government's website.
You might need to budget for additional costs related to your course that aren't covered by your tuition fees – like field trips, books and protective clothing.
Our extra costs page outlines the additional costs related to courses in each of our departments. It's not an exhaustive list and any additional costs you could incur will be determined by the course and modules you choose.
How will studying at Imperial help my career?
With a combination of finance, economics, and data science, you will stand out in today's competitive market.
A solid foundation in economics and finance will prepare you for a career as an analyst or as part of a global organization.
Further links
Contact the department
- Telephone: +44 (0)20 7589 5111
- Email: business.school@imperial.ac.uk
Visit the Imperial College Business School website.
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