London School of Economics LSE
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The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is regarded as an international centre of academic excellence and innovation in the social sciences and is ranked 2nd in the world for social sciences and management. 50% of all LSE research was given the highest 4 rating in the most recent Research Excellence Framework- a higher proportion than any other UK university.LSE is among four colleges (with UCL, King’s, and Queen Mary) to be ranked in the top 40 worldwide for law (QS World Rankings 2016).
LSE academics act as advisers to governments, serve on commissions and are seconded to national and international organisations.The School regularly attracts leading public figures to give lectures, attend seminars and consult staff. LSE was founded in 1895 and joined the University of London in 1900.
The School’s academic profile spans a broad range of social sciences and is renowned for studying real world issues, from economics, politics and law to sociology, anthropology, accounting and finance.
LSE offers 40 Bachelor’s degree programmes, over 140 taught Master’s and Diploma programmes, and PhD opportunities across the social sciences. Teaching and research are conducted through 25 Departments and Institutes and 23 Research Centres.
Number of students: 10,833
Graduate students: 5,001
Postgraduate students: 5,835
International students: 7,544
LSE alumni benefit from bespoke careers services, a mentoring network, events and their Leadership Series- livestreamed lectures with the world’s thought leaders.
LSE also hosts prestigious summer schools which are regularly attended by students from the University of London. Scholarships are available to attend the session in London, while other July programmes are available in Beijing and Cape Town, South Africa.
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