London School of Economics (LSE): London - General Course, Year-Long Study Abroad Programme
- Location(s): London, The United Kingdom
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Research
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The London School of Economics and Political Science is a place of genuine intellectual excitement and cutting-edge research, employing many of the world's leading experts in their fields and attracting the very best students from across the globe... read more
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Surviving and thriving in a big city. Took challenging and unique courses not offered in many American universities. Learned how to take care of myself in the “real world.” A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
The experience was definitely worthwhile. There's nothing I wish I'd known before going that isn't just learning-while-doing, so I just suggest any prospective General Course students just go in ready to have a new experience, and be surprised by all the things they don't know. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I can say it was the best year of my life, making amazing friends, living in central London a city I fell in love with and studying in a prestigious university. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I did not attend in person at all or travel to the country, but the online support was there from LSE. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about the branches of study I was interested in, which were the reasons I applied to the program in the first place. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Since my experience was cut off by a pandemic, any lessons I might have learned were instead replaced by the simple rule that you shouldn't take any experience for granted. I delayed some museum trips and other experiences because I thought I still had three months left. Living on a budget and planning for the future is good, bu... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned a new form of essay writing as expected of UK institutions, and how to take time off. Christina Obolenskaya - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Maturing. Growing. Realizing that things that go on at my home school are so trivial. Cameron Allan - Middlebury College View Entire Review
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A different geographical setting gave me a different perspective in viewing many things; Also, London/ UK is a culturally prosperous city/country, which means you could enjoy history, museums, arts... A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
My experience abroad was extremely worthwhile. Although it was a tough decision to make for financial reasons I am extremely glad I went abroad. The opportunity to live a full year in a foreign country while still receiving a top-notch education was incredible. Truly one of the best years of my life. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I've gained a lot of perspective on the diversity that exists in the world in all aspects of life, and gave me a different educational experience that I had at my home institution. It helped me learn in new ways, and also allowed me to appreciate my institution at home more. But more than the academic experience, I gained the op... Victoria Yeh - Middlebury College View Entire Review
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I learned I love to travel to London. Mesoud A - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Gained independence and a global perspective Jacob S - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned how to truly manage my own responsibilities and I traveled solo for the first time. Completely worth it. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was worthwhile as I gained foreign experience in a country that I did not spend a huge amount of time in before. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Independence and accountability A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Learned to live on my own A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
new insights into policy and international politics, friends, confidence, and yes all worthwhile A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
LSE has a strong, slightly competitive work ethic culture. It inspired me to study harder and focus on my career as well. My experience was extremely worthwhile and I had the best year. Living in London gave me some of the best memories Isabelle - Brandeis University View Entire Review
it was worthwhile. I learned a lot from being in europe/in my classes. Leah Blitstein - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I have gained a sense of self-confidence in myself to take ownership of my education and to be self-sufficient financially. London has taught me to be comfortable with myself, which is a trait I will carry with me for the rest of my life. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
The confidence to live in a city, a global perspective through my interactions with and studies in European politics and a newfound respect for diversity in experience. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned to be much more independent and confident in the decisions I make. I learned better organizational skills as the courses entailed studying for a year’s worth of material with over 70% of the grsde being decided by one final exam. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
About
The London School of Economics and Political Science is a place of genuine intellectual excitement and cutting-edge research, employing many of the world's leading experts in their fields and attracting the very best students from across the globe. The General Course offers you a unique opportunity to experience all that LSE and the great city of London have to offer, whilst undertaking a year of fully integrated undergraduate study at the world's leading dedicated social science institution. LSE provides you with an environment in which you can study your chosen courses in depth, whilst becoming fully involved in all aspects of School life. Furthermore, not only will you be an LSE student but upon completion of your year you'll become an LSE alumnus, thus beginning what we hope will be a life-long association with the School. We're confident that your time at LSE will be both enjoyable and rewarding, providing you with knowledge and experience that will prove hugely beneficial in both your future academic and professional careers. If you think you'd enjoy this academically rigorous and culturally rich programme we look forward to receiving your application.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadResearch
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Language Requirement(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Pre-Law Studies
- Liberal Arts, General Studies
- Accounting
Minimum GPA:
3.3Year Founded:
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