MSc Economics with Data Science

Master of Science in Economics with Data Science at University of Ljubljana

The Master of Science in Economics with Data Science at the University of Ljubljana (UL), offered through the School of Economics and Business (SEB), is a two-year, full-time postgraduate programme located in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Taught entirely in English, the programme consists of four semesters and carries 120 ECTS credits. It combines advanced economics, econometrics, data science, and artificial intelligence to equip students with the analytical and quantitative skills required to interpret complex economic information and make evidence-based decisions in business and economic policymaking.

Curriculum and Learning Outcomes

The programme integrates economic theory with advanced statistical analysis, econometrics, machine learning, and data-driven decision-making. Students develop competencies in analysing economic datasets, identifying economic patterns, forecasting market trends, and evaluating business and policy decisions. The curriculum emphasises the application of artificial intelligence and quantitative analytical tools to complex economic challenges, enabling students to assess risks, optimise business processes, and develop effective economic strategies.

Data Science and Economic Decision-Making

Students learn to combine economic knowledge with modern data science techniques to investigate complex business and economic problems. The programme develops capabilities in economic forecasting, quantitative analysis, risk assessment, business optimisation, and scenario development. Through analytical and interdisciplinary approaches, students gain the ability to evaluate economic uncertainty, interpret data-supported findings, and contribute to strategic decisions in organisations and policymaking institutions.

Academic Learning Environment

The programme offers a focused postgraduate learning environment with a relatively small number of students, supporting individual academic work and the study of complex analytical problems. Its interdisciplinary structure combines economics with computational and data-driven methods, preparing students to address sophisticated economic questions.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for analytically demanding and decision-making positions in businesses, economic institutions, and policymaking organisations. Their combined expertise in economics, econometrics, and data science is relevant to economic analysis, business strategy, economic forecasting, risk assessment, policy evaluation, and data-driven organisational planning.

Tuition Fees and Admission Information

The programme begins in October and lists an application deadline of 30 June. The supplied 2026/2027 programme summary specifies tuition of €4,700 annually for non-EU students, while eligible EU/EEA, Swiss, and specified Western Balkan students may qualify for tuition-free full-time study. The programme is delivered by the Triple Crown accredited School of Economics and Business. Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year were announced through Slovenia’s central eVŠ national application system.