London School of Economics and Political Science

About 

Founded in 1895, the London School of Economics and Political Science is an open research university. Its main campus is situated in Houghton and features state-of-the-art facilities and accommodation units for students. They offer numerous different courses through its Department of Methodology, Department of Economics, Department of Sociology, and others.  

In addition, they offer specialised courses in subjects such as geography, environment, law, philosophy, and maths. They have ranked as one of the top universities in the UK and Europe. London School of Economics and Political Science also came 2nd in the world for social sciences and management subjects in the QS World University Rankings 2021.  

Postgraduate Programs They Run 

London School of Economics and Political Science has many different postgraduate programs to choose from. These programs cover topics such as health, finance, law, public policy, history, anthropology, and more. Their courses can be completed full-time or part-time, with some having online learning options.  

Admissions Process 

Undergraduate full-time applicants should make their application via the UCAS. Be sure to include the correct institution and course codes when you apply. The university will then contact you to inform you on your application’s status. Some courses will require applicants to complete a UGAA. At the London School of Economics and Political Science, the Undergraduate Admissions Assessment (UGAA) is used to access applicants fairly. The UGGA is conducted as an online examination. The assessment takes three hours and consists of English sections and maths sections.  

It is designed to test your numerical and written skills. It has three sections – Section A (essay questions), Section B (maths problems), and Section C and D. After you have sat this examination, which usually takes place in the first week of March, you will be contacted by the Undergraduate Admissions team as soon as all the details have been finalised. Postgraduate applicants can apply for courses directly on the website and they can also track their application here. The university will be in touch in the following weeks to let you know if they are offering you a place on the course.  

Accommodation 

Each year, the London School of Economics and Political Science allocates accommodation to more than 4000 students in their own halls. If you are looking for private accommodation, the team can also help you find suitable accommodation. The room types vary from en-suite rooms where you will have your own private bathroom connected to your room, shared rooms where you share with another person/people, and single rooms which are intended for single occupancy. Most of the properties will have a shared kitchen and common room area. Your room will have a bed, wardrobe, washbasin, storage, and a study area which includes a desk and chair. You can book accommodation on the London School of Economics and Political Science website. 

Scholarships and Financial Support 

The London School of Economics and Political Science has several scholarships available to help students in paying their tuition fees. Some of these scholarships include the Undergraduate Support Scheme, Welcome Award for MSc in Health and International Development students, the Antoine Faure-Grimaud MSc Scholarships, and more. You can find out more information about the scholarships at The London School of Economics and Political Science on their website. Here you will see the entry criteria and how to apply.  

Contact Info 

For general enquiries, call +44 (0)20 7405 7686