How to prepare for this course
The Behavioural and Data Science MSc at the University of Warwick is both broad and deep in its coverage of topics. Below I offer some guidance on how best to prepare in order to make the most from this course:
1. Gain a thorough understanding of Python and R. One way to achieve this is using online resources, like DataCamp and Kaggle. Learning how to write and debug code is invaluable to quick and steady progress.
2. To best appreciate the behavioural science aspects of the course, it is useful to have a solid foundation in contemporary behavioural science. Past students have found these books extremely helpful:
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Newell, B. R., Lagnado, D. A., & Shanks, D. R. (2022).
Straight choices: The psychology of decision making.
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Kahneman, D. (2011). Thinking, fast and slow.