our core modules equip you with the tools to extract valuable insights and drive innovation. you'll learn how to improve data-driven decision-making of individuals, firms and governments. you can tailor your degree with a range of optional modules. you'll apply your learning by completing a dissertation using real data. with this master’s degree from newcastle university, you will have developed the skills necessary to excel as a: professional economist policy maker academic researcher in addition to the msc economics and data science, we also offer the following courses for candidates with a substantial background in economics (undergraduate degree in economics or equivalent): economics msc behavioural and experimental economics msc we offer the following course for candidates without a background in economics: economics and finance msc