The General Course
Join the General Course and spend a full academic year as a fully integrated undergraduate at LSE, the world's leading dedicated social science institution, choosing from over 300 courses spanning 20 fields of study and learning alongside LSE undergraduates in the same lectures and classes. A full year means you become part of the School, with access to over 200 clubs and societies, a social calendar built around study abroad students, and LSE alumni status for life.
Join a live General Course Discovery Session
Find out about studying at LSE for a year, student life in London and how to apply. These online sessions are free to attend. Choose the time that suits you:
Welcome to the Year of Your Life
Discover the General Course, LSE's prestigious year-abroad programme for undergraduate students from around the world.
Student Stories
Hear from General Course students through blogs, vlogs, profiles and first-hand accounts of studying at LSE and living in London.
Entry Requirements and How to Apply
Find information on eligibility, application requirements, supporting documents and the admissions process.
Choosing your courses
Learn about the courses you could study on LSE's year-long study abroad programme the 'General Course' - a programme aimed at international students.
Careers and Internships
Explore careers support for General Course students at LSE
General Course Brochure
Download the latest General Course brochure and learn more about academics, student life, admissions and opportunities at LSE.
Contact Us
Get in touch with the Study Abroad team and sign up to our mailing list for programme news and updates.
Discover the General Course
Applications for the 2027/28 academic year are not yet open. In the meantime, watch our recorded 2026 General Course Discovery Session to learn more about the programme, the application process, student life and what to expect during your year at LSE. Please note that this recording reflects the 2026 Discovery Session — an updated webinar for the 2027/28 academic year will be made available ahead of the application opening.