MSc Testimonials

Francesca Bellazzi (MSc Philosophy of Science, 2017-2018)

11 September 2023|

1. Why did you choose LSE and the programme?

My main interest was really the Philosophy of Science and the LSE program seemed one of the best ones to deepen my knowledge in the discipline. In particular, the combination of general modules, such as Philosophy of Science and Rationality and Choice, with more specialised ones, such as Einstein for Everyone […]

Hamza King (MSc Philosophy and Public Policy, 2022-2023)

11 September 2023|

1. Why did you choose LSE and the programme?

I was drawn to the Department of Philosophy, Logic, and Scientific because it is one of the few departments which offers a degree combining philosophy and public policy. Before coming to the LSE, I had a personal interest in philosophy and a professional interest in public policy. This is why the […]

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    Leticia García Martínez (MSc Philosophy and Public Policy, 2022-2023)

Leticia García Martínez (MSc Philosophy and Public Policy, 2022-2023)

11 September 2023|

1. Why did you choose LSE and the programme?

During my undergraduate studies, I delved into the field of public policy from a technical perspective. The courses frequently presented terms like ‘efficiency’, ‘standards of living’, ‘poverty’, ‘trade-offs’, and ‘inequality’ in the context of positive analysis. However, I noticed that these concepts were heavily value-laden, and that the implementation and […]

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    Khushi Vijayvergiya (MSc Philosophy and Public Policy, 2019-2020)

Khushi Vijayvergiya (MSc Philosophy and Public Policy, 2019-2020)

28 February 2023|

1. Why did you choose LSE and the programme?

For my masters I wanted to pursue Philosophy with a practical, application-based approach, especially towards policy. I wanted to build a specialisation in ethical policy-making and LSE offered the best possible combination in the form of its MSc in Philosophy and Public Policy. LSE is also one of the most reputed […]

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    Zhongwei Xu (MSc Philosophy of the Social Sciences, 2020-2021)

Zhongwei Xu (MSc Philosophy of the Social Sciences, 2020-2021)

16 January 2023|

Why did you choose LSE and the programme?

When studying economics as an undergraduate, I find some of the underlying assumptions of economic models deeply confusing. I then realise that the MSc programmes at the LSE offers a perfect opportunity for those of us who has a non-philosophy background but are interested in the philosophical aspects of economics or social […]

Roan Chavez (MSc Philosophy of Science, 2021-2022)

12 January 2023|

Why did you choose LSE and the programme?

I studied MSc Philosophy of Science at the LSE. The teaching staff’s range of academic expertise and the selection of modules attracted me to this degree. They enabled me to develop a well-rounded understanding of the philosophy of various sciences. It was also inspiring to study at the department founded […]

Luca Ausili (MSc Philosophy of Science, 2020-2021)

12 January 2023|

Why did you choose LSE and the programme?

I chose the Master of Science in Philosophy of Science at LSE because that was the program whose structure best fitted my interests, being it focused on and specialized in the philosophical areas that I wanted to go deeper inside at the end of my bachelor’s program. 

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    Lorenzo Elijah (MSc Philosophy and Public Policy, 2019-2020)

Lorenzo Elijah (MSc Philosophy and Public Policy, 2019-2020)

12 January 2023|

Why did you choose LSE and the programme? 

Because LSE had a great international reputation and the programme seemed like a natural continuation of my prior studies in philosophy and political science.

Which aspects of your studies were the most beneficial for your professional as well as personal development? 

Professionally, I benefitted most from exposure to […]

Abdul Karim Ismail (MSc Philosophy of Science, 2019-2021)

12 January 2023|

Why did you choose LSE and the programme?

The Department of Philosophy, Logic and the Scientific Method impressed me for the following reasons. One was the composition of world-class academics, who coordinate and teach the Philosophy of Science programme. Alumni of whom include Karl Popper and Imre Lakatos. Another was the extensive range of courses that I could […]

Lena Dominici (MSc Philosophy of Science, 2019-2020)

11 January 2023|

Why did you choose the LSE and the programme?

I chose the LSE to join an international community in the heart of London, and, more broadly, because I wanted to know ‘the causes of things’. I chose the Philosophy programme because I wanted to study a type of philosophy that is rigorous and relevant to society, discussing cutting-edge […]