What is the difference between 100, 200 and 300 level courses?
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100 level courses have no specific prerequisites in their own subject, but may require some mathematics (please see individual course pages for more information). The minimum requirement for taking these courses is to have an offer of a place at university, but additional evidence of academic ability may also be required.
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200 level courses are equivalent to intermediate level university courses. They have prerequisites in the form of university level introductory courses in the same or closely related subject.
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300 level courses are advanced and equivalent to either final year undergraduate or first year graduate courses. They have prerequisites of university level intermediate courses.
Can I take more than one course per session?
No, as courses are intensive and full-time it is only possible to attend one course per session. If you wish to attend more than one session, it is possible to take one course in each session.
The course I want to take has Introductory Microeconomics as a prerequisite. I have taken this course as AP (Advanced Placement). Can I still apply?
Where the term 'Introductory' is used, we require a course that is of similar level to 1st year undergraduate study at LSE. AP is not considered to meet this requirement.
I am taking/have taken a prerequisite course, but will not receive my grades until later in the year. Can I still apply?
Yes, but any offer will be conditional on providing evidence of meeting the prerequisites before the start of the programme. Students will be asked to state the date on which they expect to receive grades.
The entry requirements page on the Summer School website state that students generally "must show grades of around GPA 3.3, or a B+ average" to apply. What are the equivalent grade requirements for my country's educational system?
This link provides country specific information on entry requirements for undergraduate study at LSE. The entry grade requirement for undergraduate study is roughly equivalent to a GPA 3.3 or a B+ average. However, please bear in mind that the LSE Summer School does not require students to sit an entrance exam and the link should only be used as a rough guide to grade equivalence. We may be flexible on our entry grade requirements depending on your personal situation.
Can I use Summer School courses as prerequisites?
Yes, it is quite common for students to take a prerequisite course in one session in order to progress to a higher level course in the next session. For example, FM250: Finance can be used as a prerequisite for FM350: Advanced Corporate Finance
I do not meet the prerequisites for a course but I do have relevant professional experience. Can I apply?
Courses at LSE, especially the higher level courses tend to be heavily theoretical. We believe that there is no substitute for academic experience, and therefore in nearly all cases we are unable to accept applications that do not meet the prerequisites. Please get in touch with our office should you wish to discuss this further.
What are the English language requirements?
Students for whom English is not their first language must provide evidence of language proficiency. For further information about the language certificates we accept, please refer to the Entry Requirements section of the website. Preparatory English courses are available.
I am not a native English speaker but my education was completely or partially in English. Do I still need to take a language test?
If you have undertaken any university courses (excluding language courses) that were fully taught and assessed in English, and can clearly demonstrate this, you will not need to provide a proficiency certificate. Students from countries where English is used extensively in education may apply as a native speaker. This includes students from India, Pakistan, Scandinavia, the Netherlands, Hong Kong, Singapore and Turkey. If you are from one of these areas, or anywhere else where English is used extensively in education, you do not need to fill in the language section. For further information please refer to the Entry Requirements section of the website.
I am fluent in English, though it is not my first language. Do I need to take a language test?
Students who are fluent in English, but have not studied at university level in English will need to supply a proficiency certificate. However, those who have lived in an English-speaking country for a number of years may be treated as a native speaker. Please contact the Summer School office to confirm. You do not need to contact us if you are a student from India, Pakistan, Scandinavia, the Netherlands, Hong Kong, Singapore and Turkey.
I am taking a TOEFL/IELTS/Cambridge test but I will not get the results until later in the year. Can I still apply?
Yes, but any offer will be conditional, subject to providing evidence of a language proficiency qualification before the start of the programme.
My transcript is not in English, does this matter?
You will be asked to provide a brief translation. This does not need to be professionally translated. You will be able to submit both the original and translated document to us with your application form.
What documents do I need to submit with my application?
Applicants will need to submit evidence that they meet the course pre-requisites by providing their university transcript (marksheet), or a university offer letter if you are applying for a 100 level course, and have not yet started studying at university. Please note that you will need to provide a copy of your university transcript if you have undertaken any university study.
It is important that the transcript includes your full name. If this document is not in English, please provide a brief translation.
Where necessary you will also need to submit evidence of English language proficiency.
Is there an application fee?
There is a non-refundable fee of £50 payable when you submit the application form. This can be paid with a debit/credit card. If you are having problems or do not have a card, we would advise you to ask a family member or friend to pay on your behalf.