The General Course

Welcome to the homepage of the General Course, LSE's study year abroad programme. To help you locate the information you want this site is divided into pages for those who are applying, or thinking about applying, and those who are already at the School or who studied on the programme in the past.

If you have any suggestions or queries please don't hesitate to contact us.

Contents

Prospective students
For those applying

Current students and alumni
For those at the School

  

Quick links

Apply to the General Course

Request a prospectus

 

 

 

 

Latest

Welcome to LSE!
The Associate Dean and Student Recruitment Office warmly welcome the General Course Class of 2010 to the programme's centenary year.

General Course Welcome Pack 09-10
The General Course Welcome Pack remains available online.

Applying for a Visa
Read this important information before applying for your General Student visa to enter the UK.

Orientation 2009
Information to help you make the most of your first days at LSE.

Information For Students Taking Economics Courses
Details of information sessions for General Course students hoping to take courses in the Economics Department.

Guidance on Selecting Quantitative Courses
If you hope to take quantitative courses during your year at LSE you should read this information first.

Opening a UK Bank Account
Information from the British Bankers’ Association on UK bank accounts.

The Benefits of a Year Abroad
Learn why a year abroad is the right choice for you academically, socially and professionally.

Why Apply
If you are wondering whether or not to submit an application to LSE, see our 15 reasons to apply to the General Course.

LSE video online
Visit LSE via your desktop with Unionview’s video of the School.
 

 

News

Study Abroad Boosts Employability Say Global HR Executives

   

Address and contacts

Several offices are involved in administering the General Course.  To find out who to contact please see our contact us page.

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