Postgraduate Programmes

LSE runs a wide range of taught postgraduate programmes delivered by departments across the School that focus on data science and AI and work to equip students with the skills they need to tackle business, science and social questions from a data perspective.

MSc in Data Science

The MSc Data Science programme offers in-depth training at the forefront of machine learning and data science.

The programme offers a unique opportunity for prospective students: the theoretical foundations and computational skills you'll acquire will enable you to deploy state-of-the-art data science methods and gain a thorough understanding to tackle various real-world challenges across different application domains at scale.

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Delivered by the Department of Statistics

MSc in Applied Social Data Science

Discover how data science can help us solve pressing social problems. Learn practical programming and social scientific skills to build your future career.

The rapid rise of AI and big data are reshaping our world. This programme will equip you with cutting edge data science skills that are in demand across a variety of careers in the private, public, and non-profit sectors.

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Delivered by the Department of Methodology

MSc Media and Communications (Data and Society)

The MSc Media and Communications (Data and Society) provides education and training in understanding the design, institutional context and social consequences of data- and information-driven systems (including AI) from a social science perspective.

This social science programme offers a critical exploration of the significance of data and information within contemporary societies and communications.

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This programme is delivered by the Department of Media and Communications

MSc in Operations Research and Analytics

With study in practice and theory, you'll gain insight into analytics problems faced by businesses, governments, and nonprofits. On the practical side, you'll learn how to model a range of real-world problems using optimisation, stochastic simulation, and machine learning, using specialist software taught in tutorial sessions. On the theoretical side, you'll learn to recognise canonical underlying mathematical problems, and how to solve them with state-of-the-art methods.

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This programme is delivered by the Department of Mathematics

MPA - Data Science for Public Policy

The MPA - Data Science for Public Policy fosters a rigorous, interdisciplinary approach to public policy that tackles policy challenges with the tools and frameworks of political science, economics, econometrics and data science.

In a world of big data and rapid technological change, computer programming and quantitative skills play a key role in the programme designed to equip professionals with the core quantitative, technical and analytical tools to address modern policy challenges.

Students will hone their quantitative and analytical skills, positioning them for a variety of technical, policy, strategy and leadership roles across Government, NGOs, IFIs and the private sector.

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This programme is delivered by the School of Public Policy

MSc Management of Information Systems and Digital Innovation

Digital innovation is changing the way we create and share information – shaping new business models, governance methods and approaches to public engagement.

On this programme, you’ll examine the development and management of information, alongside emerging fields of study such as AI and big data analytics. You’ll study digital innovation in businesses and governments around the world, equipping you with the insights to become a leader in the field.

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This programme is delivered by the Department of Management

MSc in Health Data Science

Prepare yourself as a future health data analyst by acquiring the skills to interpret, analyse, assess, and evaluate health interventions, services and policies.

The MSc in Health Data Science is a programme designed to equip future health data analysts with the skills they need to interpret, analyse, assess, and evaluate health interventions, services, programmes, and policies.

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This programme is delivered by the Department of Health Policy and the Department of Statistics

MSc in Geographic Data Science

The MSc Geographic Data Science programme is aimed at those who wish to develop their skills in the analysis of quantitative data to answer research questions on spatial and geographic social science topics. The programme will suit you if you're interested in research for academic or policy purposes, have a background in economics or other quantitative social science and are interested in developing your technical skills in analysis of spatial data.

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This programme is delivered by the Department of Geography and Environment

MSc in Accounting and Data Analytics

The MSc Accounting and Data Analytics is designed for students who want to understand how roles in accounting, investment banking, and asset management are being reshaped by advances in data science, technology, and digital transformation. Throughout the programme, you develop both theoretical foundations and applied skills across accounting, financial management, data analytics, and computer programming — preparing you for roles that demand a strong understanding of business fundamentals alongside the ability to analyse, model, and interpret complex data.

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This programme is delivered by the Department of Accounting

MPhil/PhD Data, Networks, and Society

From social media to AI and big data, we’ve seen the transformation of the media, communications and technological landscape over the past 10 years. This interdisciplinary programme explores the social impact of the datafication and digitisation of our society. You’ll analyse how data and networks shape social structures, influence regulation and transform our lives. You’ll also look at the benefits and risks of data-driven and networked technologies in either addressing or exacerbating social, political and economic inequalities. Optional courses allow you to delve into topics such as digital platforms, governance, and technology and justice.

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This programme is delivered by the Department of Media and Communications

MSc Behavioural Science - AI and New Technology specialism

This innovative specialism gives students on the MSc Behavioural Science the opportunity to develop cutting-edge expertise at the intersection of behavioural science, AI, and emerging technologies.

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This programme is delivered by the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science