BSc Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Learn to apply economic theory and practice to real-world issues. How can we tackle widening economic inequalities? Why does a gender pay gap persist?

Department: Department of Economics | Duration: Three years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: 27 September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this programme, you’ll study 12 units over three years, plus LSE100. You’ll have the chance to apply for a year abroad with one of our global exchange partners. Compulsory and core courses include Economic Reasoning, Microeconomics I, Elementary Statistical Theory, Econometrics I, Methods in calculus and linear algebra, Macroeconomics I, The LSE Course, Microeconomics II, Macroeconomics II, Econometrics II.

Career pathways

This degree provides an excellent preparation for a range of careers, but we particularly welcome students who want to learn about economics, rather than simply prepare themselves for a prosperous future. Over the past two decades many of our graduates have chosen to pursue careers in the financial sector, which can include positions involving economics research as well as those in banking or hedge funds.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GCSE: For GCSEs, you’ll need several GCSE grades at A (or 7) and A* (or 8-9). As a minimum, we ask for GCSE English Language and Mathematics grades at B (6) or higher. A-levels: A*AA with an A* in Mathematics. A-level contextual offer: A*AB with an A* in Mathematics. IB Diploma: 39 points overall. 766 in higher level subjects, with 7 in Mathematics. IB contextual offer: 38 points overall. 766 in higher level subjects, with 7 in Mathematics. Subjects: We’re looking for students with strong mathematical abilities and A-level Mathematics (or equivalent) is therefore required. Many students on the programme have studied A-level Economics or equivalent but it is not required. Applicants are required to take the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Set at the UK Government maximum; may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 41,900 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee stays the same for each year of full-time study. Source

Intake: 27 September 2027

Duration: Three years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Undergraduate/Prospective-Students/How-to-Apply

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