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Building a Competitive Application for LSE Graduate Programmes - Information Session and Workshop in São Paulo

São Paulo, Brazil

Speakers

Instituto Trajetórias

Instituto Trajetórias

Nathan Brennan

Nathan Brennan

Student Recruitment Officer (International)

​Are you considering postgraduate study at LSE? Discover scholarship opportunities for Brazilian students and get expert advice on applying to LSE at this exclusive information session and interactive application workshop in São Paulo.

​Join LSE and Instituto Trajetórias to learn more about postgraduate study at LSE and the Instituto Trajetórias - LSE Graduate Funding Programme, which provides financial support for talented Brazilian students pursuing a master’s degree at LSE.

​You’ll hear directly from LSE about our graduate programmes, admissions process and what our selectors look for in successful applicants. Representatives from Instituto Trajetórias will also explain the scholarship programme, who it is designed to support and how you can apply.

​Whether your background is in social sciences, economics, law, politics, international relations, business, public policy, or another academic field, this event is an opportunity to explore your options and learn how postgraduate study at LSE could support your academic and professional ambitions.

​Attendees will have the opportunity to:

  • ​Discover the Instituto Trajetórias - LSE Graduate Funding Programme and learn about the financial support available to Brazilian students pursuing graduate study at LSE.
  • Explore LSE’s graduate programmes and discover which programmes could be a good fit for your academic and professional ambitions.
  • Learn what makes a strong LSE application, including what our selectors look for and how to demonstrate your academic potential.
  • ​Get practical application advice to help you strengthen your application and personal statement.
  • ​Hear directly from Instituto Trajetórias about the scholarship partnership, eligibility and application process.
  • Ask your questions directly to representatives from LSE and Instituto Trajetórias.

​The event is open to prospective Brazilian graduate students from all academic backgrounds who are interested in studying at LSE and exploring funding opportunities.

​Whether you are currently completing your undergraduate degree, have recently graduated or are already working, this session will give you practical information about applying to LSE and funding your postgraduate studies.

​If you are interested in developing your expertise, broadening your career opportunities and making a positive contribution to society, we would be delighted to welcome you.

Places at the event are strictly limited. To request a ticket, please submit a ticket request by clicking on "How can I attend?" and completing the online form. If your ticket request is successful, you will be contacted with further details, including the venue address. 

About the Instituto Trajetórias – LSE Graduate Funding Programme

The Instituto Trajetórias - LSE Graduate Funding Programme supports talented Brazilian students pursuing master’s study at LSE, combining funding from Instituto Trajetórias with a contribution from LSE towards the cost of study.

Instituto Trajetórias offers a blended financial package of scholarships and credit loans to support Brazilian postgraduate students attending recognised partner universities worldwide. LSE offers a 30% contribution to the tuition fee for Instituto Trajetórias beneficiaries. It does not matter whether the student is awarded an Instituto Trajetórias scholarship, credit loan, or both: all beneficiaries are eligible for the LSE contribution.

The programme provides funding for Brazilian students to study a taught master's programme at LSE. Only students enrolled on the following programmes at LSE are eligible for the award: 

Please visit the Instituto Trajetórias - LSE Graduate Funding Programme webpage for more information. 

FAQs

Who can attend the event? 

The Information Session and Workshop is open to anyone interested in applying for a graduate programme (master’s or PhD) at LSE. Prospective students for all departments are welcome to attend – even if you are not considering applying the Instituto Trajetórias – LSE Graduate Funding Programme.

Can you provide feedback on my application? 

No. We will not be able to provide feedback on draft application documents.  We will, however, provide plenty of useful information and case studies to help support you in your journey.  

What should I bring with me? 

Please bring something to take notes with. Please do not bring draft application documents as we will not be able to look at these or provide feedback. We will provide light refreshments to keep you hydrated during the event. 

What is the dress code? 

Please wear whatever makes you feel comfortable. 

Can I bring guests? 

No. Attendance is strictly limited to authorised ticket holders and guests will not be permitted entry by security. 

I still have questions about the event. Who should I contact? 

If your questions have not been answered above, please contact Nathan Brennan.

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