Why study at the LSE?
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Outstanding international reputation in economics and social sciences as well as history,law, and philosophy
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Participation in the “General Course", a fully integrated, one-year program of study for study-abroad students - each student may select four year-long courses from the LSE curriculum and is assigned an adviser who provides academic support.
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International campus: over 67% of students are from countries outside of the UK
- London is one of the world’s most important economic and government centers
Open to all majors and may be of particular interest in these subject areas:
Economics*
English
Finance
International Relations
Mathematics
Political Science
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London School of Economics – How the Economics Department will Treat Grades
1) The Economics department acknowledges the college’s policy of averaging the class grade and the exam grade for the final grade which will appear on a student’s transcript and which will be used to determine total credits earned.
2) However, in order to receive major credit within the Economics department and to fulfill major requirements, the student must earn a C or higher on each exam grade. The class grade will not factor into this calculation at all.
3) Students will receive 8 major credits for each year-long course where exam grades of C and above have been received. Typically, a yearlong course at LSE will fulfill only 1 major requirement with the economics major. For example, students taking the EC2c3 and EC2c4 sequence during a year at LSE and earning exam grades of C- or better in BOTH courses will receive 8 credits towards the economics major and will fulfill the “Empirical Analysis” portion of the economics major.
Preparatory coursework recommended by Grinnell
Major in economics or political science.
Note: LSE has rolling admissions beginning in January and admits eligible students until the General Course fills. Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Why choose the General Course?
Here are some of the many reasons why the General Course is the right choice for you:
1. LSE is the world's leading dedicated social science institution, currently number one in Europe and number 2 in the world for Social Sciences and Management (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020). It is also home to the world's largest social science library, the British Library of Political and Economic Science.
2. Over 290 courses to choose from, covering the full spectrum of social science disciplines and taught alongside degree-seeking students in a mixture of lectures and small classes.
3. Central London location: LSE is on the doorstep of the City of London, Westminster and Covent Garden, providing great social and academic resources.
4. Teaching delivered by leading academics: LSE's academics are at the cutting edge of the social sciences, influencing opinion and helping shape society. They are frequently called upon to advise governments and international organisations and provide an education grounded in the real world.
5. International and cosmopolitan environment: LSE students are drawn from over 140 different countries and two thirds of all those at the School come from outside the UK. Over 40% of LSE’s staff also come from outside the UK.
6. General Course Social Calendar: A full calendar of social events and UK and European excursions offered at substantial discounts. General Course students also enjoy a Welcome Party, bespoke orientation events and an end-of-year Summer Ball.
7. Guaranteed university accommodation: All applicants offered a place on the General Course are guaranteed a room in our centrally located university housing.
8. Public lectures delivered by eminent speakers: An extensive programme of public events attracting leading individuals from all walks of life, including recently Ursula von der Leyen, Nancy Pelosi, Mario Monti and His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
9. Student activities: LSE has over 200 student clubs and societies, covering a wide variety of interests including politics, culture, academia, sports, hobbies and food and drink. These are complemented by the activities of the University of London Union.
10. Support of the Dean for the General Course: The Dean is available throughout your stay at LSE to advise you and deal with any problems, queries or issues you might have. You will also have a departmental tutor and a student mentor.
11. LSE attracts high calibre students from around the world, selected for their academic ability and interests, who share your enthusiasm for your subjects and motivation to learn.
12. Scholarships: LSE offers a number of scholarships (John C Phelan General Course Scholarships) for students accepted onto the General Course which can cover up to £22,200 in 2021/22.
13. Residential visit to Cumberland Lodge in Windsor Great Park: An introduction to both the UK and your fellow General Course students in the relaxed surroundings of an English country house.
14. Work in London: Automatic entitlement to work on or off campus up to 20 hours each week of the academic term, and more in vacation times.
15. Global reputation for excellence: Graduate schools and employers around the world will recognise and respect the LSE name on your CV. You'll also be part of an impressive global alumni network ensuring you maintain a lifelong connection with the School.
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