Economics and Data Science (with a professional placement year)

Top 100 in the world for Economics and Business (US News & World Report Best Global Universities 2025) Top 20 in the UK for Business and Economics (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025) Top 200 in the world for Economics and Econometrics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) About the course There is a growing demand for economists with digital and big data skills. This course will give you the practical skills, knowledge and confidence to tackle real-world challenges – from constructing socioeconomic policy to assessing individual behaviour. At Sussex, we’re committed to making an innovative and transformative contribution to digital and data futures. You’ll learn from experts in the University of Sussex Business School and the School of Engineering and Informatics. The course integrates emerging technologies, including simulations and adaptive learning platforms. You’ll explore: - economic theory and the framing of complex problems - applications of programming languages to address economic problems - socioeconomic applications and implications of big data and AI. From workshops to industry collaboration and field visits, you’ll apply your learning to real-world scenarios. You'll gain advanced data analytical skills and learn how to apply them to large data sets, as well as data communication, visualisation and presentation skills. This diverse skill set will open doors to many career opportunities. When you graduate, you’ll be ready for analyst roles in banking, research institutions, economic consultancies, government policy advising, and more. About the University of Sussex Business School Our work draws on management, economics, science, technology and innovation studies, to make an impact on the future of people and institutions the world over. We study the issues that matter, in order to transform our world and your future. Our expertise puts you at the forefront of our research, helping you make an impact on policy, practice and people. Social responsibility and sustainability are important to us. We incorporate the seven Principles for Responsible Management into our teaching and research. Location Study on our beautiful green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.