Overview

The Data Science and Business Analytics of HSE University is aimed at educating well-versed analysts and data scientists to have knowledge in applied economics, specifically the financial industry. The main goal is to equip students with solid applied skills enabling them to solve tasks creatively and efficiently.

Career:

Graduates of the programme will enjoy high demand as qualified specialists in financial data-driven organizations, consulting and IT companies, and start-ups. Graduates’ skills in complex systems development, teamwork, and proficiency in handling big data and machine learning will help them to take leading positions and to be responsible for the digital transformation of business.

Potential employers include:

Banking, investment and insurance companies (Sberbank, Alfa-Bank, Tinkoff Bank, WorldQuant, Moscow Stock Exchange)

Leading Internet companies (Yandex, Mail.ru, Google, Facebook, Rambler)

Leading software manufacturers (Microsoft, SAP, SAS, Qlik, etc.)
Consulting (PWC, McKinsey&Co, Accenture, BCG, Glowbyte)

IT-departments and data analysis departments of large mobile providers (Beeline, MTS, Megafon)

Accreditation

State Accreditation

Programme Structure

Course included:
Mathematical disciplines essential for computer scientists: Discrete Mathematics, Mathematical Analysis, Linear Algebra and Geometry, Differential Equations, Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics
A set of compulsory courses in programming consistent with those offered within the programme in Applied Mathematics and Information Science
Databases, Information Systems Framework
Machine Learning and Applications
A distinguished set of financial and economic subjects:Introduction to Economics
Introduction to Econometrics
Statistical Methods in Market Analysis
Business and Management in a Global World
A range of elective courses (Corporate Finance, Financial Mathematics, Managerial Economics, Electronic Business)
Applied economic tasks solved during student projects, work for a Bachelor’s thesis, and within courses in Machine Learning and Business Analytics and Applied Statistics.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-11 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Moscow, Russia

Disciplines

Business Intelligence Data Science & Big Data Machine Learning

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

International applicants have to pass 2 examinations: English language and Mathematics. All examinations are held in English.
The minimum required scores to be considered for admission are 70 in Math and 70 in English.

We expect high-skilled and motivated applicants who possess high level of English knowledge and solid mathematical background. Applicants must be high school graduates. We accept students with high school certificate from around the world. The level of received high school education should be equivalent to the US, British or Russian level of high school education.
We are looking for applicants with strong mathematical background. This is due to the structure of the degree programme for which high levels of mathematical ability are essential. Thus it is a requirement that applicants have completed the course of Mathematics in high school in the USA, the UK, Russia or other equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

780000 RUB / year

≈ 780000 RUB / year

Living costs

Moscow

Russia

41640 - 81437 RUB / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

International students can apply to study at HSE for free through full-tuition scholarships and partial grants. Here is a link to explore: https://admissions.hse.ru/en/graduate-apply/financial-aid

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Overview

Career:

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Moscow

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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