Please note LSE is not responsible for the content of PhD students' external websites. The International Relations Department has a large PhD student body, comprising approximately 50 students. If you have any additions or amendments please contact Alison Carter. Those who have recently graduated are listed here: PhD completions
LSE PhD Studentships
LSE PhD Studentships are tenable for four years and cover full fees and an annual stipend, which for 2024 entry is £21,237. They are available for UK and international students undertaking research in any LSE discipline, with annual renewal subject to satisfactory academic performance. These awards will be made solely on the basis of ...
Applying for a PhD
Making an application. Read the LSE guidance on applying for a PhD . You will need to write a research proposal, personal statement and have a CV. The referees you choose are important as they will write about your academic achievements and potential. Get in touch with them early and ask for their advice too.
PhD students
Our PhD students are affiliated to our three research clusters. Juan Soto-Diaz. PhD in Economic Geography. Matthias Täger. PhD in Environmental Policy and Development. Janna Tenzing. PhD in Environmental Policy and Development. Anshuman Tiwari.
Research
The LSE Economics PhD Programme is grounded in two years of rigorous coursework through the MRes component and by a strong research element. You can find information about the individual research courses offered through our programmes. As is the norm with top economic departments in the US, students entering the LSE PhD Economics programme are ...
MRes/PhD Economics
Tuition fees 2024/25 for MRes/PhD Economics. Home students: £4,829 for the first year (provisional) Overseas students: £22,632 for the first year. The fee is likely to rise over subsequent years of the programme. The School charges home research students in line with the level of fee that the Research Councils recommend.
PhD Academy
London School of Economics and Political Science. Houghton Street. London. WC2A 2AE. UK . LSE is a private company limited by guarantee, registration number 70527.
PhD Programme in Law
The PhD programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science offers the opportunity to undertake advanced legal research at one of the world's best law schools. Students in our PhD programme receive excellent training and work under the supervision of leading scholars with strong international, comparative and interdisciplinary ...
Research
Research - PhD Programme. We offer our PhD students a vibrant and supportive environment in a world-class centre for economic history research. The Department of Economic History is committed to an individualised and contextual review of each application to the MPhil/PhD Economic History programme. As one of the largest Economic History ...
Selection Process
LSE PhD Studentships . LSE PhD Studentships are tenable for four years and cover full fees and an annual stipend, which was £20,622 for students starting in 2023. They are available for UK, EU and international students undertaking research in any LSE discipline, with annual renewal subject to satisfactory academic performance.
LSE's key resources and opportunities for PhD students
PhD Student Exchanges. LSE offers a student exchange programme specifically designed for PhD students. This is called the PhD mobility scheme where students have the opportunity to undertake research for a few months at a partner institution. It's an excellent opportunity to experience working in another country for a short while, and ...
How do I apply for the LSE PhD Studentship Scheme?
LSE offers a number of major studentships to new PhD students in the form of LSE PhD Studentships and LSE ESRC Studentships. Each department will be allowed to nominate a limited number of candidates for these awards. Decisions are made according to academic merit and research potential.
The PhD journey
All you need to know from registration, right through to graduation. The PhD Academy is open from Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm and closed for lunch between 12:30-1:30pm. In order to ensure the quickest possible response, please use the service desk. If you would like to speak to a member of the team, please state this in your enquiry and ...
PhD resources
PhD Academy; LSE Careers; Student Services Centre; Timetable publication information; Students living in halls; Faith Centre; Trending at LSE LSE Hub for African Thought Graduate degrees: fees and funding Graduate degrees: available programmes 2024/25 Careers service Students at LSE Blog. Apply
MRes/PhD Political Science
The MRes/PhD Political Science provides world-leading methods training, participation in a lively and open research culture, and the opportunity to be part of one of the best departments in political science and political studies in the world. You will join a small and highly selective entering class, of about 6-10 students, from a wide range ...
MPhil/PhD Mathematics
LSE Students' Union (LSESU) - they offer academic, personal and financial advice and funding. PhD Academy - this is available for PhD students, wherever they are, to take part in interdisciplinary events and other professional development activities and access all the services related to their registration.
Important LSE Resources for PhD Students
LSE Career Services is a wonderful resource for us and all PhD students should use them and use them often. During my first weeks of being a PhD student at LSE, I set up a one-on-one meeting with Catherine Reynolds, our dedicated PhD careers officer at Career Services, to talk to her about the different things I needed to think about if I was ...
Want to pursue a PhD? Here are some things to consider
Everybody knows that pursuing a PhD is a long endeavour. At LSE, a PhD will take three to four years full-time, and longer part-time. During this period of your life, you will work independently on your research and not everyday will be easy. It will be difficult to disconnect from the PhD even on your time off, so it will often feel like you ...
PhD Programme in Law
The PhD programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science offers the opportunity to undertake advanced legal research at one of the world's best law schools. Students in our PhD programme receive excellent training and work under the supervision of leading scholars with strong international, comparative and interdisciplinary ...
GO LSE PhD Programme
LSE reviews the application and may request any further information required. LSE's Graduate Admissions Office will contact successful students by email and send them a letter of invitation. Under the terms of the PhD Mobility Exchange Agreement with Partners, LSE will waive any applicable tuition fees for the duration of the research visit.
Fees and funding
Students who completed undergraduate study at LSE and are beginning taught graduate study at the School are eligible for a fee reduction of 10 per cent of the fee. Some programmes, such as executive programmes, are excluded from this fee reduction. Further information. Alumni discount Fees and Student Finance LSE Student Fees Policy
Researcher Development Programme
The programme is open to all MPhil/PhD students, and MRes/PhD students after they have upgraded to the PhD. Programme objectives To contribute to the development of innovative and creative researchers, able to contribute to research-production, knowledge exchange and impact by expanding the range of training opportunities available at the LSE.
A-Z Guidance and Regulations
Nominating Examiners for MPhil and PhD Examinations [PDF] P. Parental Leave Policy for Research Degree Students Please direct queries on parental leave for research degree students to James Ringer, Head of Scholarships and Financial Support ([email protected]). Part-time study . PhD Log-Guide for Academic Departments. PhD Log Instructions for ...
COMMENTS
Please note LSE is not responsible for the content of PhD students' external websites. The International Relations Department has a large PhD student body, comprising approximately 50 students. If you have any additions or amendments please contact Alison Carter. Those who have recently graduated are listed here: PhD completions
LSE PhD Studentships are tenable for four years and cover full fees and an annual stipend, which for 2024 entry is £21,237. They are available for UK and international students undertaking research in any LSE discipline, with annual renewal subject to satisfactory academic performance. These awards will be made solely on the basis of ...
Making an application. Read the LSE guidance on applying for a PhD . You will need to write a research proposal, personal statement and have a CV. The referees you choose are important as they will write about your academic achievements and potential. Get in touch with them early and ask for their advice too.
Our PhD students are affiliated to our three research clusters. Juan Soto-Diaz. PhD in Economic Geography. Matthias Täger. PhD in Environmental Policy and Development. Janna Tenzing. PhD in Environmental Policy and Development. Anshuman Tiwari.
The LSE Economics PhD Programme is grounded in two years of rigorous coursework through the MRes component and by a strong research element. You can find information about the individual research courses offered through our programmes. As is the norm with top economic departments in the US, students entering the LSE PhD Economics programme are ...
Tuition fees 2024/25 for MRes/PhD Economics. Home students: £4,829 for the first year (provisional) Overseas students: £22,632 for the first year. The fee is likely to rise over subsequent years of the programme. The School charges home research students in line with the level of fee that the Research Councils recommend.
London School of Economics and Political Science. Houghton Street. London. WC2A 2AE. UK . LSE is a private company limited by guarantee, registration number 70527.
The PhD programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science offers the opportunity to undertake advanced legal research at one of the world's best law schools. Students in our PhD programme receive excellent training and work under the supervision of leading scholars with strong international, comparative and interdisciplinary ...
Research - PhD Programme. We offer our PhD students a vibrant and supportive environment in a world-class centre for economic history research. The Department of Economic History is committed to an individualised and contextual review of each application to the MPhil/PhD Economic History programme. As one of the largest Economic History ...
LSE PhD Studentships . LSE PhD Studentships are tenable for four years and cover full fees and an annual stipend, which was £20,622 for students starting in 2023. They are available for UK, EU and international students undertaking research in any LSE discipline, with annual renewal subject to satisfactory academic performance.
PhD Student Exchanges. LSE offers a student exchange programme specifically designed for PhD students. This is called the PhD mobility scheme where students have the opportunity to undertake research for a few months at a partner institution. It's an excellent opportunity to experience working in another country for a short while, and ...
LSE offers a number of major studentships to new PhD students in the form of LSE PhD Studentships and LSE ESRC Studentships. Each department will be allowed to nominate a limited number of candidates for these awards. Decisions are made according to academic merit and research potential.
All you need to know from registration, right through to graduation. The PhD Academy is open from Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm and closed for lunch between 12:30-1:30pm. In order to ensure the quickest possible response, please use the service desk. If you would like to speak to a member of the team, please state this in your enquiry and ...
PhD Academy; LSE Careers; Student Services Centre; Timetable publication information; Students living in halls; Faith Centre; Trending at LSE LSE Hub for African Thought Graduate degrees: fees and funding Graduate degrees: available programmes 2024/25 Careers service Students at LSE Blog. Apply
The MRes/PhD Political Science provides world-leading methods training, participation in a lively and open research culture, and the opportunity to be part of one of the best departments in political science and political studies in the world. You will join a small and highly selective entering class, of about 6-10 students, from a wide range ...
LSE Students' Union (LSESU) - they offer academic, personal and financial advice and funding. PhD Academy - this is available for PhD students, wherever they are, to take part in interdisciplinary events and other professional development activities and access all the services related to their registration.
LSE Career Services is a wonderful resource for us and all PhD students should use them and use them often. During my first weeks of being a PhD student at LSE, I set up a one-on-one meeting with Catherine Reynolds, our dedicated PhD careers officer at Career Services, to talk to her about the different things I needed to think about if I was ...
Everybody knows that pursuing a PhD is a long endeavour. At LSE, a PhD will take three to four years full-time, and longer part-time. During this period of your life, you will work independently on your research and not everyday will be easy. It will be difficult to disconnect from the PhD even on your time off, so it will often feel like you ...
The PhD programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science offers the opportunity to undertake advanced legal research at one of the world's best law schools. Students in our PhD programme receive excellent training and work under the supervision of leading scholars with strong international, comparative and interdisciplinary ...
LSE reviews the application and may request any further information required. LSE's Graduate Admissions Office will contact successful students by email and send them a letter of invitation. Under the terms of the PhD Mobility Exchange Agreement with Partners, LSE will waive any applicable tuition fees for the duration of the research visit.
Students who completed undergraduate study at LSE and are beginning taught graduate study at the School are eligible for a fee reduction of 10 per cent of the fee. Some programmes, such as executive programmes, are excluded from this fee reduction. Further information. Alumni discount Fees and Student Finance LSE Student Fees Policy
The programme is open to all MPhil/PhD students, and MRes/PhD students after they have upgraded to the PhD. Programme objectives To contribute to the development of innovative and creative researchers, able to contribute to research-production, knowledge exchange and impact by expanding the range of training opportunities available at the LSE.
Nominating Examiners for MPhil and PhD Examinations [PDF] P. Parental Leave Policy for Research Degree Students Please direct queries on parental leave for research degree students to James Ringer, Head of Scholarships and Financial Support ([email protected]). Part-time study . PhD Log-Guide for Academic Departments. PhD Log Instructions for ...