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London School of Economics (LSE)

London, England · Est. 1895

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

About the university

The world's leading specialist social science university, built entirely around economics, politics, law and international relations. Its compact Houghton Street campus sits between Covent Garden and the Thames, in the heart of London.

The library's Norman Foster-designed stairway
The library's Norman Foster-designed stairway
The Old Building entrance on Houghton Street
The Old Building entrance on Houghton Street
Official website ↗International students page ↗

Popular courses

What people actually study here.

Economics
International Relations
Law
Management
Politics

The vibe

What it actually feels like.

  • No science labs or engineering workshops here — every subject on campus is social science or law.
  • A famously international, debate-heavy culture, with over 140 nationalities represented among students.
  • Central London location means finance and policy internships are a Tube ride away, not a plane ride.

Fun things to do

Life outside the lecture hall.

01

Walk along the Thames South Bank, five minutes from Houghton Street.

02

Sit in on a free public lecture — LSE hosts world leaders and Nobel laureates most weeks of term.

03

Explore Covent Garden's street performers and markets, right next to campus.

Opportunities for international students

What's on offer if you're coming from abroad.

LSE Undergraduate Support Scheme and country-specific scholarships for international students.
A dedicated International Student Visa Advice Team for compliance and settling-in support.
Unmatched proximity to the City of London and Westminster for finance and policy placements.

Also in United Kingdom

Other top United Kingdom universities.

University of OxfordUniversity of CambridgeImperial College LondonUCL (University College London)

References & sources

Where this page comes from.

  • London School of Economics (LSE) · official websiteVisit ↗
  • International admissions pageVisit ↗
  • Hero photograph · Wikimedia CommonsSource ↗
  • The library's Norman Foster-designed stairway · Wikimedia CommonsSource ↗
  • The Old Building entrance on Houghton Street · Wikimedia CommonsSource ↗
  • Crest / coat of arms · Wikimedia CommonsSource ↗

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