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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

London

  • Location: City

About us

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) offers you the opportunity to study the social sciences in an institution with a worldwide academic reputation, while enjoying the cultural, social and recreational facilities of one of the world’s greatest capital cities.

The School is a place of genuine intellectual excitement and cutting-edge research. 93% of LSE’s research was judged to be world-leading (4*, the highest rating) or internationally excellent (3*, the second highest rating) in the latest UK Research Excellence Framework in 2021.

What makes us different

  • The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide has ranked LSE as the top university in the UK and named us the 'University of the Year 2025’. The Guardian and the Complete University Guide 2025 has placed LSE as the top university in London.
  • You’ll be exposed to state-of-the-art social sciences research, and the very academics who have carried out that research. You’ll have the opportunity to pursue your interests in an intellectually stimulating and challenging environment.
  • Our programmes are designed for students who want to engage critically with their chosen discipline and apply their learning to real world situations. Our programmes are shaped to equip you, professionally and personally.

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

Houghton Street,, London, London, WC2A 2AE

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London School of Economics and Political Science

Houghton Street, London, WC2A 2AE

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Houghton Street, Westminster, WC2A 2AE