BSc Economics, Finance
and Data Science
A unique degree for analytical thinkers who aspire for global impact
With the rapid development of technology and our increasing reliance on data, the ability to analyse and interpret complex information is becoming increasingly valuable. Our BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science has a distinctive curriculum, designed by leading academics at the forefront of each discipline with input from industry and public policy leaders.
Combining the power of finance, economics and data science, the course develops essential skills identified by employers.
You will enjoy the benefits of studying in London at a global top 10 university, learning both inside and outside the classroom. You will be a member of the Imperial College London community and 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.
Combining the power of finance, economics and data science
First of its kind
Combining the power of economics and finance with the learning of data science, Imperial is changing the way these subjects are taught, introducing the first ever BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science, designed to meet the demands of the future.
London location
One of the most established global financial centres in the world, London offers a wide pool of employment opportunities, as well as a rich and diverse city life to enjoy while you study.
World-class faculty
This pioneering degree was designed by thought-leaders in the fields of finance, economics and data science, creating a comprehensive and innovative course for the next generation of economists, financiers and emerging leaders looking to make a positive impact.
Frequently asked questions
The degree offers an in depth study of Economics at the undergraduate level and will prepare you for further study in that field if you choose that path. You will get a solid grounding in all three subjects in your first two years with the option to specialise in economics or any of the other two areas in your third year if you so desire.
Find out more here.
We will consider applicants who have retaken subjects. As part of completing your UCAS application, you are required to provide a complete academic record which is true and accurate. We will be looking at whether you've managed to improve on your previous grade, and whether your newest predicted or achieved grade is realistically achievable and meets our minimum entry requirements.
You can find details of campus events and opportunities, such as Open Days here.
If you are unable to make these dates, a virtual tour of our campus is available here.
Regrettably, we are not able to accommodate requests for individual visits and meetings.
The application timetable for 2024 entry applications can be found on the UCAS website on this page.
Wednesday 31 January 2024 at 18:00 (UK time). You can register for updates on the process by signing up to our mailing list.
There are no specific GCSE requirements for this course. However, we do consider your GCSE grades when assessing your application and will review these alongside other areas. You should not be put off if you do not have strong GCSE grades; excelling in your A Levels / equivalents is the more important area in terms of achievement.
No. The only subject specific requirement is Mathematics. See minimum entry requirements on the how to apply page.
We will teach you all the economics, finance and data science that you need to know to be successful on our degree - we assume there's no prior ability in any of these subject areas when you start our degree.
However in the application process, we do expect you to demonstrate your knowledge and interest, and curiosity about the integration of our three subjects; however convincing evidence about economics, finance, or the combination of the two will also be acceptable.
In the maths quiz we will ask 15 multiple choice questions in a 30-minute window. The timing of when you can take the quiz online will be fixed.
The quiz will be based on the AQA A-level Mathematics syllabus, and you are encouraged to review standard A-level revision materials, and practice questions in them, to prepare. You will no doubt be doing this in school anyway and can make use of relevant external resources such as Dr Frost Maths to help you ahead of the quiz.
Watch our video with our Admissions Tutor to find out more.
Imperial College London considers IELTS scores to be valid for 2 years. Scores must be valid at the beginning of your studies at Imperial if your application is successful.
For more information regarding IELTS please visit our English language requirements page.
There are no advantages to applying by the October deadline, used by Oxford and Cambridge, or the January deadline. All applications received by the January deadline will be considered equally. We do not consider late applications, received after the January deadline.
Our minimum requirement is that you get an A* in Mathematics. Further Mathematics is not a substitute for this.
We do not ask students to complete STEP or any other pre-entry exams. If a student is successful at the first stage of the admissions process, they would be invited to an interview. Prior to the interview, students are asked to complete a mathematics quiz, designed by Imperial. Students are advised to practice their maths using DrFrostMaths.com as helpful preparation.
If you are a Home fee applicant, and meet the Imperial College criteria for widening participation applicants, you will get an automatic invite to interview if you have predicted grades of AAA including an A in Mathematics in A-levels or equivalent. The interview will be used to discuss your motivation for our degree and to find out more about your potential to enjoy and succeed on our degree. Any conditions contained in a potential offer if your application is successful, will be determined following the interview
No - we understand that our course is quite unique and other Economics/Finance courses do not incorporate Data Science like we have. We have an online blog written by a member of the academic faculty on how to write a personal statement.
We will consider applicants who have retaken subjects. As part of completing your UCAS application, you are required to provide a complete academic record which is true and accurate. We will be looking at whether you've managed to improve on your previous grade, and whether your newest predicted or achieved grade is realistically achievable and meets our minimum entry requirements.
If you require a student visa to study in the UK, you will need a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from Imperial for your visa appointment. You will not need to request a CAS, simply follow the application process and we will generate a CAS when you are eligible to receive one.
To get it, you will need to:
- have met all of the conditions of your offer (have an unconditional-firm status).
- have indicated that you require a Tier-4/Student-route visa.
- have provided us with a colour copy of the passport that you intend to make your visa application with. This will need to be uploaded on your MyImperial portal.
- If you are under 18 years of age, you must have completed/submitted the minors' declaration. Please ensure that you allow enough time to meet your conditions and apply for a visa before the start date of your programme of study.
Please bear in mind that the central Admissions Office are extremely busy over the summer months and will be processing CAS's as quickly as they can. Please be patient during this time and do not keep emailing to ask where your CAS is as this will only delay the process further.
Ensure that you allow enough time to meet your conditions and apply for a visa before the start date of your programme of study.
For advice on completing your Visa application once your CAS has been issued, please visit the International Student Support team webpages.
Imperial has an International Student Support team who can help you with your visa application and any immigration queries you have.
We welcome students from all over the world and Imperial College has a standard system for converting different country systems into A-level equivalents. You can find details on the college website.
If your qualification system or country is not listed, it may be that we would require you to complete qualifications from another system, such as Advanced Placements, however you can contact us and we can review your specific query.
Celebrating our BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science students at the Science Museum
Imperial College Business School hosted a special evening at the Science Museum to welcome students on the new BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science course.
Welcoming our first undergraduate class to the Business School
Last week marked the exciting launch of our new BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science, and we couldn’t be happier to greet the first student class for this course.
BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science: writing a UCAS personal statement to impress
Learn more about writing your UCAS personal statement for the new BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science at Imperial.