London School of Economics Summer School
Established in 1989, is now the largest of its kind in the world.听Created by LSE faculty and taught to a degree standard by LSE lecturers, the programmes are designed to give you the same learning experience as full-time students. You can study for three weeks in one of the most well-renowned institutions in the world, in one of the greatest cities in the world.
Courses taught during the are based on regular LSE undergraduate courses. Choose from a wide variety of courses offered in Session Two taught by Lecturers who are experts in their chosen fields and who teach with enthusiasm and contemporary relevance. You will study under lecturers who are actively involved in research, with many having connections that go beyond the university, influencing government policy and the strategies of the world鈥檚 top companies.听
Fields of study
- Accounting
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- Data Science
- Economics
- inance
- International Relations
- Law
- Management
- Mathematics
- Politics
- Research Methods
More information about specific available courses can be found on the host university's
Credit Assessment Advice: Students applying for UQ credit are strongly encouraged to nominate 2-3 courses per session on their credit application. This provides flexibility if a course is cancelled, unavailable, or not offered in the expected session, and may help avoid delays to the credit assessment process.
UQ students may only apply to LSE Session Two (5 July - 23 July 2027).听 听LSE Session 1 & 3 impact UQ semester dates and therefore are not supported.
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7.5 ECTS = 2 UQ Units.听 Maximum of 2听UQ Units if 7.5 ECTS are successfully completed. (pending UQ faculty approval).
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority, we cannot provide visa advice.
Please review the听听webpage for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and application
Step 1: Apply to UQ听
All applicants must meet the short-term experience eligibility criteria
We recommend applying to UQ first.听 If you are seeking credit towards your UQ degree, you must first apply through UQ and obtain credit approval before submitting your host university application.
Step 2: Apply to the Host University
Once your UQ application has been deemed 'eligible' and credit has been approved (if applicable), you can then submit your host university application.
All applicants must meet the听.听
This program is competitive and places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis by LSE. Apply early to avoid disappointment.
Important
鈿� Students听who intend to undertake this experience for credit are strongly recommended to submit their application to the Global Experiences team听at least 4 weeks before the host deadline to allow sufficient time for faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note, however, that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.
Important: When applying to the host institution, you must use the host code to receive the discount. Students who do not enter the code at the time of their LSE application may not be guaranteed the discount.
Cost
This experience is offered under the Study Abroad participation mode. This means you will pay tuition fees directly to the host institution rather than to UQ.听Detailed information regarding fees and inclusions can be found on the听
Approximate tuition fees are:
- One session: AUD $6,397
- Application fee: AUD $115 (non-refundable)
Discount:
UQ students are generally eligible for a discount. Applicants must apply to UQ first. Once Global Experiences confirms eligibility and faculty credit approval (if seeking credit), students will be issued a discount code.
Important: When applying to the host institution, you must use the host code to receive the discount. Students who do not enter the code at the time of their LSE application may not be guaranteed the discount.
Scholarships:
The Academic Director鈥檚 Scholarships are听available to Summer School applicants who have shown a passion for, or exceptional promise in the areas of:
- Sustainability and Development
- Responsible Leadership
- Technology, Media & Society
For more information, visit the
Accommodation
You must receive an offer from LSE Summer School before you can book accommodation.听 Stay in the heart of London with a variety of accommodation options. For more information, visit .听
Funding
Global Experiences Grants
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OS-HELP Loan
You may also be eligible to submit an application for an听听if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.
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Aamna - London School of Economics听
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听Monique - London School of听 听Economics
听Bachelors of Arts / Laws (Honours), Winter 2024
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Meenal - London School of Economics
B Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours), Winter 2023
听Living in London for an extended period allowed me to explore a vibrant and historically rich city.
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Elise - London School of Economics
B Advanced Business (Honours), Winter 2023
This immersive experience not only enriched my academic life but also broadened my horizons, allowing me to engage with the global community that London represents.
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Jessica - London School of Economics
B Advanced Business (Honours), Winter 2023
I honed time management and organizational skills, overcoming challenges through proactive strategies and collaboration with peers.
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Biranathy - London School of Economics
B Commerce/B Laws (Honours), Winter 2023
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B Advanced Business, Winter 2023
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听Grace - London School of听 听Economics听
听B Economics / Laws (Honours), Winter 2022
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 14 April 2027
Host: Rolling application deadline*
Program Dates
Session Two
Start: 05 July 2027
End: 23 July 2027
*Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: London, England (In-person)
Credit: For-credit or not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate & Postgraduates*
* Postgraduates can apply as Not-for-credit only.
OS-HELP Loan
If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an听听if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student.听
Application Deadlines
OS-HELP loan applications open on 5 January each year.
OS-HELP loan applications can鈥檛 be accepted:
- any earlier than 6 months听before the official start date of your overseas study
- any later than听3 months听before the official end date of your overseas study.
*OS-HELP Loan applications are closed between 17 December and 5 January. Please visit the听听for more information on how to apply for an OS-HELP loan.
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Global Experiences Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to register and听attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.