London School of Economics
London, England
The London School of Economics was founded in 1895 and is one of the best universities in the world for the social sciences. It is ranked 3rd in the UK and 35th in the QS World University Rankings 2015/2016. According to the Research Excellence Framework 2014, the London School of Economics has the highest percentage of world-leading research. It ranks first in the UK for social science research. The London School of Economics was one of the first to include anthropology, criminology, international relations, social psychology and sociology in its programs. Subjects for which the university is in the top 10 are accounting and finance, anthropology, business management, economics, geography and environmental science, history, law, mathematics, philosophy, politics and social policy. Faculty members are often sought out as commentators, analysts and advisors by governments, politicians and charities, both nationally and internationally. The London School of Economics counts 16 Nobel laureates, 34 world leaders and many members of Parliament and the House of Lords among its alumni and faculty.
London is the capital and largest city of the UK. The history of London and its landmarks cannot be described in a few sentences, but the city is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after travel destinations in the world. It has it all - pubs or parks, theaters or cinemas, shopping or sightseeing, museums or art galleries - London has something for every taste. Life in the capital, however, may seem a bit expensive for the average student, especially when it comes to housing. The fast-paced lifestyle can both excite you and wear you out, but if you can find a balance between enjoying life and not going broke at the same time, London is the ideal place to be a student.
Main programs and majors
- Accounting
- Anthropology
- Applied Statistics and Actuarial Sciences
- Economic History
- Economics
- Environment
- Finance
- Geography
- Government
- International History
- International Relations
- Language Studies
- Law
- Management
- Mathematics and Economics
- Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method
- Social Policy
- Social Psychology
- Sociology
Key information
Duration of study:
3-4 years for Bachelor's programs
1-2 years for Master's programs
Academic year:
2 semesters - September and January
Start of the year:
September and January (for some programs only)
Admission deadline:
January 15 is the recommended deadline for most majors. The final cutoff is June 30, but those applications will not be given priority.
There is no deadline for Master's and PhD/doctoral programs, but the university advises applying as early as possible.
Admission requirements:
High school diploma with a minimum GPA of between 5.6 and 5.8, depending on the major. For Master's and doctoral admission, a Bachelor's or Master's degree with a minimum grade of 5.0.
IELTS
For Bachelor's programs, a minimum of 7.0, depending on the major. For Master's and doctoral programs, a minimum of 7.0, and 7.5 for law programs.
TOEFL
For Bachelor's programs, a minimum of 107, depending on the major. For Master's and doctoral programs, a minimum of 107, and 109 for law programs.
Cambridge English: Advanced/Proficiency
For Bachelor's programs, a minimum of 185, depending on the major. For Master's and doctoral programs, a minimum of 185, and 191 for law programs.
Scholarships and loans
The tuition fee for Bachelor's programs is £9,000. The UK government provides student loans with favorable repayment terms. Students only start repaying the loan once they earn an annual salary of more than £21,000. For more information, ask one of our advisors.
Master's programs range from £8,830 to £31,608; MBA - £54,000; doctoral programs - £4,153
Accommodation:
University residence halls cost between £211 and £314 per week, depending on the hall and room type. Accommodation outside the university residence halls can cost between £6,400 and £7,900.