Program Overview
The Political Science and Political Economy at London School of Economics and Political Science is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Political Science and Political Economy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 20,112 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 20,112 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Political Science and Political Economy programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Political Science and Political Economy\', \'Game Theory for Political Science\', \'Applied Regression Analysis\', \'Causal Inference for Observational and Experimental Studies\', \'Political Economy\', \'Parties, Elections and Governments\', \'Political Science and Political Economy: Advanced Topics\', "Citizens\' Political Behaviour in Europe: Elections Public Opinion and Identities", \'Social Choice Theory and Democracy\', \'Legislative Politics: US\', \'Politics of Economic Policy\', \'Legislative Politics: European Parliament\', \'Institutions in the Global Economy\', \'Applied Quantitative Methods for Political Science\', \'Behavioural and Experimental Political Economy\', \'Public Opinion, Political Psychology and Citizenship\', \'Game Theory for Research\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Minimum entry requirement: 2:1 degree or equivalent in any discipline\xc2\xa0
Documents Required:
- Application form
- Application assessment fee
- Two academic references
- Transcripts/mark sheets and proof of existing qualifications
- Personal statement
- CV
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general test and Graduate\nManagement Admissions Test (GMAT)
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English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 20,112 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 20,112 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 20,112 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 20,112 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact London School of Economics and Political Science directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About London School of Economics and Political Science
London School of Economics and Political Science
London, United Kingdom
The London School of Economics and Political Science, commonly known as the London School of Economics (LSE), is a public research university in London, England, and a member institution of the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 23 April 2026
- Start Date 2017-09-21
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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