Program Overview
The Economic History 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 Economic History 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 19,344 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 12,504 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Economic History programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Historical Analysis of Economic Change* covers the central themes and key methodological and theoretical issues in economic history.
- Essay/Dissertation (6,000 words)
- Dissertation (10,000 words)
- Either The Development and Integration of the World Economy in the 19th and 20th Centuries provides an overview of the development and integration of the world economy since the First Industrial Revolution or Pre-modern Paths of Growth: East and West Compared, c1000-1800 surveys long-term processes of growth and development in pre-modern Europe, China and Japan.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Minimum entry requirement:
- 2:1 degree in social science
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,344 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 12,504 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,344 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 12,504 (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 2017-09-22
- Language English
- Duration 12 months