MSc Law and Finance at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Gain skills to excel in law-financial market roles, enabling you to thrive globally with enhanced adaptability and competence in various functions. This bespoke new interdisciplinary programme aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for professionals in roles at the interface of law and the financial markets, allowing you to operate effectively in a globalised market and enhancing your adaptability and competence in a wide range of functions. The programme offers a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum that delves into the intricate intersections between legal frameworks and financial markets, providing a comprehensive understanding of fundamental concepts and principles of finance and their relevance for both legal rules and legal practice.

Duration: 10 months full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In addition to the academic terms, you'll attend a full-time pre-sessional programme starting in early September. This will consist of preparatory academic classes, the Professional Development Programme, and opportunities to get to know your fellow classmates and meet with leaders in London's financial and legal industries. Compulsory and core courses include Financial Markets for MSc Law and Finance, Principles of Corporate Finance for MSc Law and Finance, Corporate Finance: Law, Corporate Transactions: Finance, Corporate Transactions: Law.

Career pathways

Graduates of both the Law School and the Department of Finance have excellent career prospects relative to their peers. Our graduates take up demanding positions across a diversity of organisations spread around the globe.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A high standing undergraduate (LLB or equivalent) or postgraduate degree in law. In addition, applicants require GCSE level maths (or equivalent), with A-level maths (or equivalent) preferred. Applicants without an educational background in law may apply, but would need to demonstrate a high level of professional or academic experience in areas closely related to law and finance in order to be considered for a place. English language requirement: Law (IELTS 7.5 overall with 7.0 in each component).

Domestic applicants: GBP 53,600 for the whole programme (2027/28). Same tuition fee for Home and Overseas students. Source

International applicants: GBP 53,600 for the whole programme (2027/28). Same tuition fee for Home and Overseas students. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 10 months full-time

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

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