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3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
London School of Economics and Political ScienceThis program is designed for students with strong mathematical abilities and a keen interest in economic theory and data analysis. It combines rigorous training in economics, mathematics, and statistics to equip students with the skills to apply mathematical and statistical methods to solve real-world economic problems.
Year 1 – Fundamentals & Foundations
Year 2 – Intermediate Theory & Methods
Year 3 – Advanced Applications & Specialization
Teaching Methods: Lectures, seminars, group tutorials, and independent study.
Assessment: Written examinations, coursework, assessed essays, presentations, and a final-year quantitative thesis.
LSE boasts 18 Nobel Prize winners, including economists Amartya Sen and Friedrich Hayek.
QS World University Rankings 2025: LSE ranked 7th globally for Economics and Econometrics.
The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025: LSE named University of the Year 2025, surpassing Oxford and Cambridge.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Research Internships: Opportunities to assist LSE academics or external organizations in research projects. These internships are typically paid and can be department-specific or open to all undergraduates.
Pre-Doctoral Research Assistantships: Positions available in research centers like STICERD, offering experience in economic research.
Academic Projects, Labs, Student-Led Research Groups
Quantitative Thesis: In the final year, students can undertake a quantitative thesis, allowing for independent research under faculty supervision.
Student Activities: The Department of Economics offers guest lectures, workshops, and career sessions to enrich the academic experience.
Internship Opportunities
LSE Careers: Provides support in securing internships with financial firms, policy think tanks, and consulting firms.
City Internships: Opportunities to complete practical projects and internships in London's financial district.
Study Abroad, Exchange Programs, or Placement Years
Global Exchange Partners: Students have the chance to apply for a year abroad with one of LSE's global exchange partners.
Global Community: Approximately 77% of students are international, fostering a diverse academic environment.
Graduate Employability Outcomes and Placement Rates
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For GCSEs, you’ll need several GCSE grades at A (or 7) and A* (or 8-9). Minimum GCSE English Language and Mathematics grades at B (6) or higher. A*AA with an A* in Mathematics39 points overall. 766 in higher level subjects, with 7 in Mathematics.TMUA is mandatory – all applicants are required to take the test.CBSE:An overall average of 95 per cent or above, with 3 subjects at 95 per cent or above and 2 subjects at 90 per cent or above. 95 in Mathematics. Econometrician – Develop statistical models to test economic hypothesesQuantitative Analyst – Use math and coding to model financial marketsEconomic Forecaster – Predict inflation employment and output using complex modelsData Scientist – Build data driven solutions in tech finance or policyActuary – Apply risk models in insurance pensions or financeAcademic – Teach or conduct research in advanced economicsMachine Learning Specialist – Create algorithms based on economic behaviorFinancial Engineer – Construct derivatives models or trading systemsOperations Research Analyst – Optimize business processes with advanced modelingPolicy Modeler – Simulate economic systems for governments or think tanksRisk Analyst – Evaluate financial or operational risk using econometricsResearch Economist – Use data to advise central banks or financial institutionsInvestment Strategist – Develop models for asset allocationEconomic Consultant – Solve complex policy or regulatory questions using dataCentral Bank Analyst – Support monetary or macroprudential policy with quantitative tools
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