The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), London, England, UK, is a premium institution and a premier global university in social sciences. Its established education system has made it important as a global centre of higher education.

It provides a world-class academic environment in education and research with a global and diverse student body. LSE aims to address the world's great challenges and prepare graduates who will, upon graduation, address society's challenges through their education and research.

LSE is a 130-year-old university and has approximately 12,910 (5,680 Undergraduates and 7,230 Postgraduates) students from over 140 different countries. Its academic strength is focused on many areas of social science.

It has consistently been rated as one of the top universities in the world for economics, politics, international relations, sociology, law, history, philosophy, and social policy. Its departments are known for their high academic standards, groundbreaking research practices, and for having faculty members who produce influential scholarship.

It offers students a vibrant, rigorous academic environment, taught by top scholars who are world leaders in their fields and many of whom are shaping the public debate and advising governments and international organisations. LSE's access to experience is not just academic.

With a large and international student body, the university provides criteria for cultural, social, and professional opportunities. Its location alone is ideal for access to important institutions, businesses and cultural sites. Its commitment to academic excellence and global engagement are critical to its ongoing significance and impact in an increasingly interconnected world.

The University's motto in Latin is "Rerum cognoscere causas" and in English "To understand the causes of things" which strongly supports a fundamental dedication to serious social scientific inquiry and an empirical commitment to understanding social phenomena.

The University's aim is to transform and enlighten better management in practice, make responses to better understand people, teams, organisations, and markets. This involves exploring the economic, psychological, social, political, and technological contexts in which they operate worldwide.

The University was founded in 1895 by members of the Fabian Society, Sidney and Beatrice Webb, Graham Wallas, and George Bernard Shaw, who wanted to understand and solve social problems. The University grew quickly and in 1902, it moved into Passmore Edwards Hall on Clare Market, at the centre of what will become its final campus.

Over the years LSE continued to grow, strategically taking over and adapting buildings in the surrounding area, from the Old Building and dreaded Passfield Building, to more modern developments like the New Academic Building and Clement House.

LSE has a strong institutional history of social scientific inquiry with a commitment to a global perspective. Its growth was largely created by taking existing buildings and transforming them into potential properties for accessible urban campus development, as well as expanding its presence within the Holborn area.

Key Milestones:

1. 1895: The London School of Economics and Political Science is founded.
2. 1902: LSE moves to Passmore Edwards Hall on Clare Market, its central location.
3. Early 20th Century: Significant growth in student numbers and academic departments.
4. 1920s-1930s: LSE gains international recognition and attracts leading scholars.
5. World War II: LSE evacuates from London but continues its work.
6. Post-War Era: Continued expansion and development of new academic areas.
7. Late 20th Century: LSE solidifies its reputation as a world-leading social science institution.
8. 21st Century: Ongoing development of its central London campus and expansion of its global research and educational impact.
9. Present Day: LSE remains a leading global university for social sciences, with a diverse international community and significant influence on policy and research worldwide.

Its history is characterised by never-ending growth and a strong, unwavering commitment to social science research and teaching, creating a unique urban landscape and international imprint.

1. Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
2. Bar Standards Board (BSB)
3. British Psychological Society (BPS)
4. Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
5. Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)
6. Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFA)
7. Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
8. Royal Statistical Society (RSS)

LSE is based centrally in London, with most of its buildings situated in Holborn, which include Kingsway. The University is also conveniently located near the River Thames, near some of London's most famous landmarks, Covent Garden and Theatreland, the Royal Courts of Justice, and many other London sights.

All of the buildings are situated within a few streets close to each other, so that the University has a real campus feeling and community feel. While LSE does not have a traditional sprawling "Campus" like some universities (although the term campus is indeed appropriate), it offers an array of essential facilities for students and staff. Here is a brief summary:

Academic buildings:

1. Lecture theatres and classrooms: Multiple buildings on campus contain a number of different sizes of lecture theatres and seminar rooms, both set up for teaching and presentations. Important buildings to look at include the Old Building, the New Academic Building, Clement House, and the Sheikh Zayed Theatre.
2. Departmental buildings: Each academic department has dedicated space for faculty offices, research, and in many cases space for smaller meetings.
3. Library (The British Library of Political and Economic Science): One of the world's largest social science libraries holds a large collection of books, journals and digital content. The library also contains numerous study spaces, computer workstations, and silent study areas.

Student support and services:

1. Student services centre: The central point of contact for students to make enquiries related to admissions, registration, fees, accommodation, careers, disability support, and welfare.
2. Careers service: Offers career advice, workshops, employer events, and job and internship opportunities.
3. Accommodation office: Supports students in finding accommodation in LSE-managed halls of residence and privately owned accommodation.
4. Health service: Provides medical treatment and advice to students and is based on LSE's campus.
5. Counselling service: Supports students with their emotional and mental wellbeing in a safe and confidential way.
6. Disability and inclusion service: Supports students with disabilities with available support and adjustments.
7. Language centre: Available to support students language needs to include offering language courses.
8. IT services: Provides computer labs, Wi-Fi access throughout the wider campus, software and technology assistance.
9. Faith centre: A multi-faith venue for prayer, reflection and religious activities.

Social and Cultural Spaces:

1. Students' Union (LSE SU): Is a vibrant organization that advocates for students' interests and provides a diverse range of clubs, societies, events and support services. It has offices and meeting space on campus.
2. The Shaw library: A quieter space in the Old Building to read and relax.
3. Cafes and restaurants: There are a number of cafes and restaurants across the campus providing a variety of food and drink choices, including the Fourth Floor Restaurant, Garrick and a number of smaller outlets.
4. Bars: LSE has student-run bars on campus for student and staff social space.

Other facilities:

1. LSE shop: Sells LSE-branded clothing, stationery items and gifts.
2. Bank and cash machines (ATM): There are banking facilities and ATMs on or near the campus.
3. Bookshop: There is not a large independent bookshop on site, however, pop-ups will normally occur on campus as well as easy access to many bookstores within the Holborn area.
4. Gym and sports facilities: LSE has its own gym on campus (the LSE Gym) and is able to provide access to external sports facilities for all sports and activities.
5. Theatre/performance space: The Peacock Theatre is located near the LSE campus and is frequently for student performances and events. LSE also has smaller performance spaces on campus.
6. Green and outdoor space: LSE has limitations on dedicated green space on its immediate campus given that it is located in central London. However, Lincoln's Inn Fields, a large public park, is immediately adjacent to the campus providing students and staff with an important outdoor space.

Undergraduate

1. Accounting and Finance
2. Actuarial Science
3. Anthropology and Law
4. Data Science
5. Econometrics and Mathematical Economics
6. Economic History
7. Economic History and Geography
8. Economics
9. Economics and Economic History
10. Environment and Sustainable Development  
11. Environment and Sustainable Development with Economics
12. Finance
13. Financial Mathematics and Statistics
14. Geography  
15. Geography with Economics
16. History
17. History and Politics
18. International Relations
19. International Relations and Chinese
20. International Relations and History
21. International Social and Public Policy
22. International Social and Public Policy and Economics  
23. International Social and Public Policy with Politics
24. Language, Culture and Society
25. Laws
26. Management
27. Mathematics and Economics
28. Mathematics with Data Science
29. Mathematics with Economics
30. Mathematics, Statistics and Business
31. Philosophy and Economics
32. Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method
33. Philosophy, Politics and Economics
34. Politics
35. Politics and Economics
36. Politics and International Relations
37. Politics and Philosophy
38. Psychological and Behavioural Science
39. Social Anthropology
40. Sociology

Postgraduate

1. Accounting and Finance
2. Accounting and Finance
3. Accounting, Organisations and Institutions
4. Affaires Internationales (Double Degree)
5. Anthropology and Development
6. Applicable Mathematics
7. Applied Social Data Science
8. Asian and International History
9. Behavioural Science
10. China in Comparative Perspective
11. City Design and Social Science
12. Criminal Justice Policy
13. Culture and Conflict in a Global Europe
14. Culture and Society
15. Data Science
16. Data Science for Public Policy
17. Development Management
18. Development Studies
19. Econometrics and Mathematical Economics
20. Economic History
21. Economic History (Research)
22. Economic Policy for International Development
23. Economics
24. Economics
25. Economics and Management
26. Economy and Society
27. Empires, Colonialism and Globalisation
28. Environment and Development
29. Environmental Economics and Climate Change
30. Environmental Policy and Regulation
31. Environmental Policy, Technology and Health
32. European and International Politics and Policy
33. European and International Public Policy and Politics
34. European Politics, Conflict and Culture
35. European Studies (Double Degree)
36. Finance
37. Finance and Economics
38. Finance and Private Equity
39. Finance and Risk
40. Financial History
41. Financial Mathematics
42. Gender
43. Gender (Research)
44. Gender (Rights and Human Rights)
45. Gender (Sexuality)
46. Gender, Development and Globalisation
47. Gender, Media and Culture
48. Gender, Peace and Security
49. Gender, Policy and Inequalities
50. Geographic Data Science
51. Global Health Policy
52. Global Media and Communications
53. Global Media and Communications (LSE and Fudan)
54. Global Media and Communications (LSE and USC)
55. Global Political Economy of China and Europe
56. Global Studies and Economic History
57. Health and International Development
58. Health Data Science
59. Health Policy, Planning and Financing
60. History of International Relations
61. Human Geography and Urban Studies (Research)
62. Human Resources and Organisations
63. Human Rights
64. Human Rights and Politics
65. Inequalities and Social Science
66. International Affairs
67. International and Asian History
68. International and World History (Double Degree)
69. International Development and Humanitarian Emergencies
70. International Health Policy
71. International Health Policy (Health Economics)
72. International Migration and Public Policy
73. International Political Economy (Research)
74. International Relations
75. International Social and Public Policy
76. International Social and Public Policy (2 Years)
77. Laws
78. Local Economic Development
79. Management
80. Management (1 Year)
81. Management and Strategy
82. Management of Information Systems and Digital Innovation
83. Marketing
84. Media and Communications
85. Media and Communications (Data and Society)
86. Media and Communications (Media and Communication Governance)
87. Media and Communications (Research)
88. Media, Communication and Development
89. Modern History
90. Operations Research & Analytics
91. Organisational and Social Psychology
92. Philosophy and Public Policy
93. Philosophy of Economics and the Social Sciences
94. Philosophy of Science
95. Political Economy of Development (Double Degree)
96. Political Economy of Europe
97. Political Economy of Late Development
98. Political Science (Conflict Studies and Comparative Politics)
99. Political Science (Global Politics)
100. Political Science (Political Behaviour)
101. Political Science (Political Science and Political Economy)
102. Political Sociology
103. Political Theory
104. Politics and Communication
105. Psychology of Economic Life
106. Public Administration
107. Public Administration (21 Months)
108. Public Administration and Global Affairs
109. Public Policy
110. Public Policy and Administration
111. Quantitative Methods for Risk Management
112. Real Estate Economics and Finance
113. Regional and Urban Planning Studies
114. Sciences (Po Double Degree)
115. Social and Cultural Psychology
116. Social and Public Communication
117. Social Anthropology
118. Social Anthropology (Religion in the Contemporary World)
119. Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship
120. Social Research Methods
121. Sociology
122. Statistics
123. Statistics (Financial Statistics)
124. Statistics (Financial Statistics) (Research)
125. Statistics (Research)
126. Statistics (Social Statistics)
127. Statistics (Social Statistics) (Research)
128. Strategic Communications and Society
129. Theory and History of International Relations
130. Urban Policy (Double Degree)
131. Urbanisation and Development

Research

1. Accounting (Accounting, Organisations and Institutions)
2. Accounting (Economics of Accounting)
3. Anthropology
4. Data, Networks and Society
5. Demography (Social/Formal)
6. Economic Geography
7. Economic History
8. Economics
9. Economics and Management
10. Environmental Economics
11. Environmental Policy and Development
12. European Studies
13. Finance
14. Gender
15. Health Policy and Health Economics
16. Human Geography and Urban Studies
17. International Development
18. International History
19. International Relations
20. Law
21. Management - Employment Relations and Human Resources
22. Management - Information Systems and Innovation
23. Management - Marketing
24. Management - Organisational Behaviour
25. Mathematics
26. Media and Communications
27. Philosophy
28. Political Science
29. Psychological and Behavioural Science
30. Regional and Urban Planning Studies
31. Social Policy
32. Social Research Methods
33. Sociology
34. Statistics

The LSE is organised into many academic departments, which encompass various departments and disciplines. Each of these offers a range of courses and research opportunities. Here is a breakdown:

Department of Accounting

1. BSc Accounting and Finance

Department of Anthropology

1. BA Anthropology and Law
2. BA Social Anthropology
3. BSc Social Anthropology

Department of Economic History

1. BSc Economic History
2. BSc Economic History and Geography
3. BSc Economics and Economic History

Department of Economics

1. BSc Economics
2. BSc Econometrics and Mathematical Economics

Department of Finance

1. BSc Finance

Department of Geography and Environment

1. BSc Environment and Sustainable Development
2. BSc Environment and Sustainable Development with Economics
3. BA Geography
4. BSc Geography with Economics

Department of Government

1. BSc Politics
2. BSc Politics and Economics
3. BSc Politics and International Relations
4. BSc Politics and Philosophy
5. BSc Politics and Data Science

Department of International History

1. BA History
2. BSc History and Politics
3. BSc International Relations and History

Department of International Relations

1. BSc International Relations

Language Centre

1. BSc International Relations and Chinese
2. BSc Language, Culture and Society

LSE Law School

1. LLB Bachelor of Laws

Department of Management

1. BSc Management

Department of Mathematics

1. BSc Financial Mathematics and Statistics
2. BSc Mathematics with Data Science
3. BSc Mathematics and Economics
4. BSc Mathematics with Economics

Department of Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method

1. BSc Philosophy and Economics
2. BSc Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method
3. BSc Philosophy, Politics and Economics

Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science

1. BSc Psychological and Behavioural Science

Department of Social Policy

1. BSc International Social and Public Policy
2. BSc International Social and Public Policy with Economics
3. BSc International Social and Public Policy with Politics

Department of Sociology

1. BSc Sociology

Department of Statistics

1. BSc Actuarial Science (and BSc Actuarial Science with a Placement Year)
2. BSc Data Science
3. BSc Mathematics, Statistics and Business
4. BSc Economics and Data Science

Larry Kramer [2024–present] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Eric Neumayer (interim) [2023–2024] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Minouche Shafik [2017–2023]  - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Julia Black (interim) [2016–2017] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Craig Calhoun [2012–2016†] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Judith Rees (interim) [2011–2012] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Sir Howard Davies [2003–2011] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Lord Giddens [1996–2003] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Sir John Ashworth [1990–1996] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Indraprasad Gordhanbhai Patel [1984–1990] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Lord Dahrendorf [1974–1984] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Sir Walter Adams [1967–1974] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Sir Sydney Caine [1957–1967] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Sir Alexander Carr-Saunders [1937–1957] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Lord Beveridge [1919–1937] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

The Hon. William Pember Reeves [1908–1919] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Sir Halford Mackinder [1903–1908] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

William Hewins [1895–1903] - President and Vice-Chancellor/Directors

Professor Charles Stafford - Vice President and Pro-Vice Chancellor

Professor Susana Mourato - Vice President and Pro-Vice Chancellor

Professor Emma McCoy - Vice President and Pro-Vice Chancellor

Andrew Young - Chief Operating Officer

James Aitken - Head of Executive Office and Strategy Delivery

LSE not only has a prestigious reputation, it is also a gateway to one of the world's most exciting cities. For students at LSE, life in central London allows for a vibrant, stimulating combination of academic pursuits, cultural experiences, and social possibilities.

Campus and facilities

LSE's small campus is conveniently located near Covent Garden, the River Thames, and Theatreland - all areas for students to enjoy the excitement of London on campus. It offers excellent library facilities, with the LSE Library being the largest social science library in the world.

For those who enjoy fitness, the LSE Students' Union Gym offers their own facilities with a strength and conditioning suite, activity studio, and sports halls. The LSE Sportsground in Surrey has facilities for football, rugby, cricket, and netball if you want to stay active off campus.

Eating and drinking

London is a foodie destination, and LSE students have plenty of options. Whether it's a grab-and-go meal from Borough Market, coffee in Covent Garden, or international cuisine in Soho, there is something for everyone.

Theatre and performance spaces

LSE is a stone's throw from London's West End, where students can access world-class theatre productions. The LSE Students' Union has rehearsal spaces and performance spaces for student-led productions.

Public parks and green spaces

London is a large city but there are many green spaces. Just a short walk from LSE, Lincoln's Inn Fields is the perfect place to unwind between lectures. Students can also get out to explore Hyde Park, Regent's Park, and St. James's Park to get some fresh air.

LSE students’ union

LSE Students’ Union (LSESU) is the hub of student life, providing a wide variety of clubs, societies, events, and activities for students no matter what their interests are. LSESU ensures that students have a true university experience whether it be debating and sports, volunteering, or socialising.

London’s culture and wellbeing

London is a global city and is home to a multitude of cultural options, from museums, galleries and music venues to innovative student life institutions. London also supports healthy living and wellbeing, providing students with excellent healthcare facilities and health and wellbeing programmes.

At LSE students really get the best of both worlds, an outstanding academic experience combined with an engaging city experience. Whether students are spending hours in the library working on their studies, watching a play in the West End, or having a picnic in the park, there is something for everyone to experience.

1. Female 56%
2. Male 44%
3. Other 0%
4. UK Students 33%
5. EU Students 18%
6. International 49%
7. Full-time 96%
8. Part-time 04%
9. First year 61%
10. Other years 39%
11. Postgraduate 58%
12. Undergraduate 42%

Transportation for students at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is incredibly easy because it is in central London with excellent public transport connections. Here is a breakdown:

Public transport:

Tube/underground stations: LSE is exceptionally well served by several major London Underground stations in an easy walking distance:

1. Holborn (Central and Piccadilly lines): This is one of the closest and most convenient stations for the main LSE campus.
2. Temple (District and Circle lines): This is a short walk south of the campus and provides access to additional parts of London.
3. Charing Cross (Jubilee, Northern and Bakerloo lines): This is a slightly longer walk to the west, but provides access to considerable north-south and east-west lines.

National rail stations: LSE is also within a convenient distance to several National Rail Stations, connecting you to the UK and the World:

1. Waterloo: The main station for South Western Railway services. It is the most accessible station as you can get there with a short bus ride or a longer walk.
2. Charing Cross: This station has Southeastern rail services as well as a connection to Charing Cross Underground station. The station is several blocks from LSE and therefore manageable to walk to.
3. Blackfriars: Blackfriars station has Thameslink services as well as Southeastern routes. It is a short walk south from campus.
4. St Pancras International: St Pancras International is a major international and national rail terminal (Eurostar, East Midlands Railway and Thameslink). It is a Tube ride away and you can get to it via the Tube at one of the nearby stations.

Buses: There is a large bus network across central London and many routes run past LSE. There are a number of bus stops that are just outside, or a short walk, from the buildings on campus that connect LSE to all areas of London. Transport for London (TfL) has maps of bus routes and also provides live information.

Cycling: Cycling is a very popular way to travel in London, and LSE is supportive of cycling in the following two ways:

1. Cycle racks: LSE has secure cycle parking across the campus providing a number of locations for students and staff who cycle.
2. Cycle hire (Santander Cycles): The TfL Santander Cycles scheme commonly referred to as "Boris Bikes" has docking stations near LSE campus allowing easy short-term bike rental to get around the city.

By Air: LSE has great connections to London's major airports by public transport:

1. Heathrow airport: Constant trains on the Piccadilly Line from Holborn (direct).
2. Gatwick airport: Train services from major London train stations including Victoria and London Bridge. All connected to LSE by Underground and bus.
3. Stansted airport: Train services from Liverpool Street Station, can be connected to via Tube from nearby stations.
4. Luton airport: Train and/or pod-based services from St Pancras International (or any other Central London train stations) to Luton Airport Parkway, where a shuttle bus is required to get to the terminal.
5. London City airport: Easily accessible by Docklands Light Railway (DLR) - functions on links to Underground.

The LSE provides Halls of Residence situated throughout London, rather than traditional campus accommodation integrated within LSE's academic buildings on Holborn. The Halls are the main housing options for students. LSE does not provide Permanent Private Halls in the way that Oxford or Cambridge provide.

Guaranteed accommodation for first year undergraduate students

LSE guarantees to offer a place in the LSE Halls (or intercollegiate halls) to any first-year undergraduate student who applies by the published deadline. This can provide new students with a great deal of reassurance as they adapt to university life in London.

Number of rooms

LSE can offer a large number of rooms across its range of Halls for undergraduate and postgraduate students. The number of rooms will vary each year, but it generally provides accommodation for a large number of students, particularly first-year undergraduate students.

Single bed/two-third shared beds

In LSE Halls the majority of rooms are single occupancy and single beds. Two-third shared beds are not part of the normal room types provided by LSE. Twin rooms (to be shared by two people) are available in some halls, but are rare.

Attached/shared bathrooms

Bathroom facilities in LSE Halls vary significantly. Some rooms have attached (en suite) private bathrooms. However, quite a few rooms have shared bathrooms, normally with a limited number of students on the same floor. En suite bathrooms tend to be more expensive and there may be fewer of them across the Halls of Residence.

Attached/shared kitchen

There is also variation in kitchen facilities in Halls. Some halls are self-catered and there may be a shared kitchen with cooking facilities for a number of students.

Some halls are catered and offer food in a communal dining hall, which means students will only have a basic shared kitchen facility (kitchenette with a fridge and microwave) available.

Attached kitchens in student bedrooms are less common in LSE undergraduate accommodation but may be available in some postgraduate accommodation.

Accommodation for guests

Some LSE Halls of Residence may offer limited guest accommodation that students can book for visiting family or friends for short periods of time. Availability and costs vary – it's best to check with the individual hall for details.

On-site facilities (in LSE halls & campus area)

While not all of the facilities are in the student rooms themselves, LSE Halls and the central Holborn campus area has:

1. Shops: There is an on-site shop that sells some essentials (notable). The Holborn campus area has many shops close by.
2. Eat-in and takeaway cafes: There are cafes and plenty of eateries in LSE Halls on-site and on the Holborn campus area.
3. Bar: LSE has a student union bar on campus. In addition, there are many pubs and bars that are in the vicinity.
4. Gym: LSE has its own gym on campus.
5. Bookshop: There is no large bookshop on-site but there are some smaller outlets and many bookstores nearby that cater to academic needs.
6. Bank: There are big name banks with branches and ATMs in the Holborn campus area, which are very close to LSE.

Outdoor space

The nearby public park of Lincoln's Inn Fields offers a lovely large outside area in which to relax and socialise as well as to stretch your legs and run about. Some of the LSE Halls may include some small gardens or outdoor areas as well.

Other relevant topics

1. Contracts and costs - Contracts to stay in accommodation (in Halls) generally start and end with the academic year. There can be a considerable difference in costs based on hall / room type (en-suite vs. shared, catered vs. self - catered, size).
2. Application process - Students are invited to apply for LSE accommodation once they have accepted the offer of study, following a case-specific application process and deadlines.
3. Intercollegiate Halls - LSE also has agreements with other colleges in the University of London for students to share intercollegiate halls of residence, which increases accommodation options.
4. Private housing - Many students, especially students in the later years (of their undergraduate degree, or those students at the postgraduate level) decide to live in privately rented accommodation in London. Places will exist where LSE students can find information and advice on finding private housing.
5. Residential life teams - Establishing a community within the hall is important. Each LSE Hall also has a Residential Life Team. The role of the Residential Life Team is to help you, organize events, and create a sense of connection with others.
6. Accessibility - LSE is committed to providing accessible accommodation for students with disabilities - and any applicant who has additional requirements should contact LSE's Accommodation Office, in the first instance, to discuss your available choices.

Societies & Interests

1. 180’ Consulting
2. Accounting Organisations and Institutions
3. Actuarial
4. Advertising, Marketing & PR
5. African-Caribbean Society (ACS)
6. Agape Student Life
7. AIESEC
8. Album
9. Alternative Careers (Artichoke)
10. Alternative Investments
11. Amnesty International
12. Anglo-Dutch
13. Anime and Manga
14. Anthropology
15. Applicable Maths
16. Argentinian
17. Art History
18. Asia Careers
19. Atheist, Secularist, and Humanist
20. Australasian
21. Austrian
22. Bacchus Wine
23. Baking
24. Baltic
25. Bangla
26. Beekeeping
27. Beer and Cider Appreciation
28. Behavioural Science
29. Board Games
30. Brazilian
31. Bridge
32. Bright Futures
33. British People of Colour
34. Buddies
35. Bulgarian
36. Business and Finance Group
37. Canada
38. Catholic
39. Champagne
40. Chess
41. Chile
42. China Development
43. Chinese
44. Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA)
45. Christian Union
46. Cinema of Resistance
47. Cocktail Society
48. Coffee
49. Colombian
50. Conservative
51. Consultancy
52. Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethical Business
53. Country
54. Craft
55. Cypriot
56. Czech and Slovak
57. Data Science
58. Debate
59. Development Studies Institute (DESTIN)
60. Drama
61. Economic History
62. Economics
63. EcoSoc
64. Ecuadorian
65. Effective Altruism
66. Emerging Markets
67. ENACTUS
68. Energy
69. Entrepreneurs
70. Ethical Finance
71. European
72. European Law Students’ Association (ELSA)
73. Fabian
74. Fashion
75. Filipino
76. Film
77. FoodCycle
78. Free Speech
79. French
80. Gaming
81. Geography and Environment
82. German
83. Global Brigades
84. Graduate Management
85. Green Party
86. Grimshaw Club
87. Hayek
88. Head Space
89. Health
90. Hedge Fund
91. Hellenic
92. Hillsong
93. Hindu
94. Hispanic
95. History
96. Hong Kong Public Affairs & Social Service (HKPASS)
97. Human Rights
98. Hungarian
99. India
100. Insurance
101. International Arbitration
102. International Development
103. International Security
104. Intersectional Feminist
105. Investment
106. Irish
107. Islamic
108. Islamic Finance
109. Israel
110. Italian
111. Itchy Feet: Travel and Backpacking
112. Japan
113. Jewish
114. Kazakhstan
115. Korea Future Forum (KFF)
116. Korean
117. Krishna Consciousness
118. Kurdish
119. Labour and Cooperative
120. Latin American
121. Law
122. Law and Financial Markets
123. Law and Technology
124. Liberal Democrats
125. Literature
126. London Globalist
127. Luxembourg
128. Malaysia Club
129. Management and Strategy
130. Marxist
131. Master of Public Administration
132. Mature Students
133. Mauritian
134. Mexican
135. Microfinance
136. Middle East and North Africa (MENA)
137. Moroccan
138. Music
139. Negotiation Club
140. Nepalese
141. Neuroscience in the Social Sciences
142. Nigerian
143. Nordic
144. Northern
145. Off-Campus Society
146. Oikos
147. Outdoor Adventure
148. Pakistan
149. Pakistan Development
150. Palestine
151. Penal Reform
152. Persian
153. Peruvian
154. Petanque
155. Philosophy
156. Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)
157. Photography
158. Pizza
159. Planning
160. Platypus
161. Poker
162. Policy
163. Polish Business
164. Political Risk and Investment
165. Politics and Forum
166. Pride: Gender and Sexual Diversity Alliance
167. Private Equity
168. Psychology
169. Quiz Club
170. RAG
171. Rap
172. Real Estate
173. Red Cross
174. Romanian
175. Russian Business and Culture
176. Salsa
177. Science and Engineering
178. Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Horror
179. Sexpression
180. Sikh-Punjab/Punjab
181. Singapore
182. Skateboarding
183. Social Mobility
184. Social Policy
185. Sociology and Social Justice
186. Somali
187. South Asia
188. Spanish
189. Student Action for Refugees
190. Student Christian Movement
191. Student Tutors
192. Students for Children
193. Students for Sensible Drug Policy
194. Sustainable Futures
195. Swing Dance
196. Swiss
197. Taiwanese
198. Tamil
199. Tax Law
200. Tea
201. Technology
202. TEDx LSESU
203. Test For Training
204. Thai
205. Tibet
206. Trading
207. Turkish
208. Ukrainian
209. Undergraduate Management
210. United Nations
211. USA
212. Vietnam
213. Visual Arts
214. Watches
215. Welsh
216. Western Balkans
217. Women in Business
218. Women in Politics
219. Women Leaders of Tomorrow

Sports & recreation:

1. Aerobics
2. Athletics, Running & Triathlon
3. Badminton
4. Basketball - men’s
5. Basketball - women’s
6. Capoeira
7. Cricket
8. Cycling
9. Dance
10. Floorball
11. Football - men’s
12. Football - women’s
13. Golf
14. Handball
15. Hockey - men’s
16. Hockey - women’s
17. Horseriding
18. Jitsu
19. Judo
20. Kabaddi
21. Karate
22. Kitesurf/wakeboard
23. Lacrosse
24. MMA
25. Netball
26. Pole fitness
27. Rock climbing
28. Rowing
29. Rugby - women’s
30. Shooting
31. Snowsports
32. Squash
33. Table Tennis
34. Tae Kwon Do
35. Tai Chi
36. Tennis
37. Ultimate Disc
38. Volleyball
39. Yoga
40. Zumba

Other:

1. Weekly newspaper and termly journal
2. Radio station
3. Tv show and student film group
4. Charitable fundraising opportunities (RAG)
5. Employability and development training
6. Volunteering opportunities

Academic partnerships:

1. University of California, Berkeley
2. University of Cape Town
3. Columbia University (New York)
4. Fudan University
5. Peking University (Beijing)
6. Sciences Po, Paris
7. National University of Singapore
8. University of Melbourne
9. University of Tokyo  
10. Yale University
11. Bocconi University
12. Central European University
13. European University Institute (EUI)
14. Max Planck Institutes

Industry partnerships:

1. Accenture
2. Bloomberg
3. Deloitte
4. EY (Ernst & Young)  
5. Goldman Sachs
6. HSBC  
7. JP Morgan
8. KPMG
9. McKinsey & Company
10. PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers)
11. Bank of England
12. HM Treasury
13. GMEC
14. CEMS
15. EFMD
16. PIM

Charitable organisations:

1. The Nuffield Foundation
2. The Leverhulme Trust
3. The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
4. And many others

High-impact projects

1. Climate change and energy research
2. Economic growth and policy analysis
3. Social inequality and poverty studies

Research areas

1. Political economy
2. Behavioral economics
3. International relations
4. Public policy
5. Data science and artificial intelligence

Research institutes, centres, and groups:

1. Care Policy and Evaluation Centre (formerly PSSRU)
2. Centre for Analysis of Risk and Regulation (CARR)
3. Centre for Analysis of Social Exclusion (CASE)
4. Centre for the Analysis of Time Series (CATS)
5. Centre for Climate Change Economics and Policy (CCCEP)
6. Centre for Economic Performance (CEP)
7. Centre for Philosophy of Natural and Social Sciences (CPNSS)
8. Centre for Women, Peace and Security
9. Financial Markets Group (FMG)
10. Firoz Lalji Centre for Africa
11. Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment
12. Hellenic Observatory Centre for Research on Contemporary Greece and Cyprus
13. International Growth Centre
14. International Inequalities Institute (III)
15. Institute of Global Affairs (IGA)
16. Institute for Public Affairs (IPA)
17. LSE Cities
18. LSE Health
19. LSE IDEAS
20. Centre for Macroeconomics
21. Middle East Centre
22. Phelan US Centre
23. Saw Swee Hock Southeast Asia Centre
24. Suntory and Toyota International Centres for Economics and Related Disciplines (STICERD)
25. What Works Centre for Local Economic Growth

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), England, UK offers a range of fees and scholarships to support students in their studies.

Tuition fees: The tuition fees for the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) programmes vary depending on the course, level of study (undergraduate or postgraduate), and student's residency status (UK/EU or international).

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) Scholarships for International Students

1. Bluemoon Foundation Scholarship Fund
2. Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Programme
3. Christ's Undergraduate Scholarship for UK students
4. Davina Francescotti Scholarship
5. Fund for Education Abroad Scholarship
6. Golden Scholarship
7. Goldman Sachs – Kyri Loupis Scholarship
8. Goldman Sachs Gives (UK) - Alumni and Friends of the Department of Mathematics at LSE Undergraduate Scholarship
9. John C Phelan General Course Scholarships
10. Kadas Scholarship
11. LSE Mauritius Scholarship
12. LSE Stelios Scholarships
13. LSE Undergraduate Support Scheme
14. Nehru Shanker Patel Scholarship
15. Pass the Torch Scholarship
16. Peter Bence Scholarship
17. Pestalozzi International Scholarship
18. Rajeeb Mukherjee Memorial Scholarship
19. Singapore LSE Trust Undergraduate Scholarship
20. Stonex Undergraduate Scholarship for EU Students
21. Uggla Family Scholars Programme
22. The London Business Forum Scholarship in Government
23. The BUTEX Scholarship for North American Students
24. The Beacon Scholarship at LSE
25. Uggla Family Scholars Programme
26. UK Undergraduate Scholarship
27. Zygmunt Gasiorowski Scholarship Fund

Dr Pumarejo Alfonso Lopez - President

Juan Manuel Santos - President

HM Queen Margrethe II - Queen

The Rt Hon Errol Walton Barrow - Prime Minister

Mia Mottley - First female Prime Minister

Rt Hon Pierre Trudeau - Prime Minister

The Rt Hon Kim Campbell - Prime Minister

Jacques Parizeau - Premier of Quebec

Yang Jiechi - Foreign Minister

The Hon Dame Eugenia Charles - First female Prime Minister

The Rt Hon Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara - Prime Minister

Dr Alexander Stubb - Prime Minister

Tarō Asō - Prime Minister

B R Ambedkar - Architect of the Indian constitution

Helen Mayelle - International UN volunteer

Kristalina Georgieva - Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund

Ruth Porat - President and Chief Investment Officer, Alphabet, Inc and Google LLC

David Rockefeller - Philanthropist

Minouche Shafik - LSE Vice Chancellor and President 2017-2023

George Soros - Business magnate

Ursula von der Leyen - President of the European Commission

Daron Acemoglu - Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences (jointly)

James Robinson - Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences (jointly)

Juan Manuel Santos Calderón - Nobel Peace Prize

Paul Krugman - Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences

Robert Mundell - Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences

Lord Noel-Baker - Nobel Peace Prize

Bertrand Russell - Nobel Prize in Literature

George Bernard Shaw - Nobel Prize in Literature

The University's career services for international students' are not only about ensuring a smooth transition and enhancing the experience of studying but also about creating support for future graduates. Here's a general overview:

Skills development:

1. Career Workshops
2. Skills Seminars  
3. Employer-led Skills Sessions  
4. Online Skills Resources
5. Career Coaching (focus on skill development)
6. Assessment Centre Practice
7. Interview Skills Training
8. Networking Skills Workshops

Career guidance and advice:

1. One-to-one Career Consultations  
2. Careers Guidance Interviews
3. Specialist Careers Advisers (by sector)
4. CV and Cover Letter Advice  
5. Application Reviews
6. Mock Interviews  
7. Career Planning Workshops
8. Sector-Specific Advice Sessions
9. Postgraduate Study Advice

Job and internship opportunities:

1. CareerHub (online vacancy database)  
2. Employer Presentations
3. Careers Fairs  
4. Sector-Specific Forums
5. Internship Schemes
6. Global Opportunities (international internships and jobs)
7. Employer Networking Events  
8. Recruitment Talks

Other potential services:

1. Alumni Careers Support  
2. Entrepreneurship Support
3. Volunteering Opportunities (career-related)  
4. Information Resources (sector guides, employer profiles)  
5. Careers Events Calendar  
6. Disability Careers Support  
7. Support for International Students (career-related)  
8. Labour Market Information
9. Careers Library

1. Placed as the top university in London by Guardian and the Complete University Guide 2025
2. Awarded as the best university of the year by the Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025
3. Rated as the best university for boosting graduate earnings by the Department for Education in 2018
4. Ranked 10th to produce the most billionaire alumni by the Wealth-X and UBS's "Billionaire Census" in 2014

1. 1st in the Times University Guide 2025
2. 3rd in the University League Table 2025
3. 4th in the Guardian University Guide 2025
4. 50th in the QS World University Rankings 2025
5. 50th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
6. 46th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
7. 8th for social sciences by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
8. 11th for business and economics by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
9. 35th for arts and humanities by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
10. 14th for law by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
11. 151-200th in the Academic Ranking of World Universities 2023

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) boasts an excellent location at Houghton Street, London, WC2A 2AE, placing you in a buzzing and well-connected area.

This central spot offers an interesting mix of academic buildings, legal chambers, and numerous hotels within close proximity, ideal for visiting academics, guests, and students' families.

Surroundings:

LSE is uniquely situated in the heart of London, presenting both students and visitors with a lively urban campus experience. The campus is located within a community of pedestrian-friendly streets that allow for a sense of locality, despite the dynamic pace of the city.

The urban area provides a vibrant experience with street performance, boutiques, cafes, and restaurants that have made it a popular choice for relaxation and leisure.

Students are able to access the many neighbourhoods of London that surround the campus via public transport. They will also be able to pick up the subway or bus easily from campus to check out the financial district, walk by Westminster, and enjoy that urban and dynamic London surrounding their academic life.

London cultural scenes and landmarks:

With its world-class museums, theatres, and sites of historic interest, LSE offers students a world of opportunities to experience the diversity of culture that London has to offer.

LSE is near London's world-renowned cultural institutions, landmarks, and attractions, giving students rich opportunities to engage in and experience the culture of London beyond their studies.

LSE is close to several iconic landmarks, including:

1. British Museum
2. The National Gallery
3. Trafalgar Square
4. Covent Garden
5. Somerset House

Underground stations:

LSE benefits from excellent public transport links with two underground stations serving the area. These stations are typically just one short walk of a few minutes to reach the LSE campus.

1. Holborn Station (Piccadilly and Central lines) – approximately 5 minutes away.
2. Temple Station (District and Circle lines) – approximately 5 minutes away.

Airports:

LSE is accessible from major airports, but travel times vary depending on the mode of transport.

1. Heathrow Airport – Around 45-60 minutes by public transport.
2. Gatwick Airport – Around 60-75 minutes by public transport.

Nearby park:

Next to the busy London School of Economics, is Lincoln's Inn Fields, which is a huge open space with lots of green grass. It is a large public park that provides the opportunity to explore a substantial amount of green space amid the manic urban setting.

Lincoln's Inn Fields provides a delightful sanctuary for students and staff alike, and we are fortunate enough to have a space to enjoy outside of the rigorous studies of our academic lives. A large green space close to LSE makes the experience more enjoyable because in the heart of the city there is a substantial green space to connect to nature.

The LSE Library (The British Library of Political and Economic Science) is, more than anything, the intellectual and learning hub of the institution. The library has extensive collections and study space, and allows for the support of students’ academic work.