MPhil/PhD Data, Networks and Society at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Explore the social, political, and economic implications of an increasingly data-driven society. From social media to AI and big data, we’ve seen the transformation of the media, communications and technological landscape over the past 10 years. This interdisciplinary programme explores the social impact of the datafication and digitisation of our society.

Department: Department of Media and Communications | Duration: Three to four years, minimum two years full-time; part-time available | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: 27 September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In addition to progressing with your research, you're expected to take the listed training and transferable skills courses. You may take courses in addition to those listed but you must discuss this with your supervisor. Compulsory and core courses include Research Seminar for Media and Communications, Advanced Methods of Research in Media and Communications (Specialisation Quantitative Analysis), Advanced Doctoral Workshop in Media and Communications.

Career pathways

Students who successfully complete the programme often embark on an academic career. This data is drawn from the latest 2023/24 Graduate Outcomes Survey, conducted by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA).

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Application information

Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this programme is a high merit (68 per cent) in a taught master's degree (or equivalent) in social science or humanities and normally a distinction in the dissertation. English language requirement: Research (IELTS 7.0 overall with 7.0 in reading and writing and 6.5 in listening and speaking).

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,368 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; likely to rise over the duration of the programme. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,300 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; likely to rise over the duration of the programme. Source

Intake: 27 September 2027

Duration: Three to four years, minimum two years full-time; part-time available

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

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