Applied Economics and Data Science Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg

Overview

In this Applied Economics and Data Science programme from Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg, students acquire in-depth knowledge of theoretical concepts and empirical findings on government regulation and in-depth methodological knowledge of modern analytical procedures for empirical data. They learn how to prepare, analyse and interpret large data sets.

The emphasis of this programme is on learning, applying and critically questioning methods and concepts used in current research to analyse and solve economic issues using empirical data.

This Master’s degree programme in Applied Economics and Data Science is a research-oriented programme in which students are systematically introduced to the current state of research and in which they conduct a self-designed research project. After graduation, students are in a strong position to make their own contribution to research.

Careers and Areas of Employment

Graduates of this degree programme are particularly suited for the following careers:

Decision-makers in politics and administration who are responsible for designing and implementing policy measures. Examples of potential employers include:

• The Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety

• The Federal Ministry of Economics and Energy

• The Lower Saxony Ministry for the Environment, Energy, Construction and Climate Protection

• Corresponding state ministries in other federal states

• Corresponding institutions at EU level

• The German Environment Agency

• NGOs such as BUND, WWF

• Political parties