Casita offers a wide variety of off-campus London School of Economics accommodation. Casita also provides multiple options for London uni accommodation that are near the university. There is a wide range of en-suite rooms, studios, and single, twin, and double rooms offered by Casita for students to choose from according to their needs and budgets. These accommodation options come with various amenities and features, including all-inclusive utility bills, high-speed Wi-Fi, 24/7 security, and laundry facilities.
Why Study at the London School of Economics?
The London School of Economics and Political Sciences, also known as the London School of Economics for short, was founded in 1895 with the motto "Rerum cognoscere causas," which means "To know the causes of everything" in English. LSE's main courses are related to economics, but it also has a variety of courses in areas such as philosophy, history, statistics, and media, with more than 25 academic institutions and multiple research centres. The school's distinctive goal is to investigate and dig into the UK and foreign countries' economic and political relations. The university provides students with scientific training, investigative techniques, and research, welcoming students from all over the world.
The London School of Economics has garnered quite high rankings in the past few years; it is ranked third for social science and management subjects in the QS World and Subject Rankings 2022 and is named the top university in London for the 11th year in a row by the Complete University Guide 2023. There are 18 Nobel Prize winners among the school’s staff and former students. Currently, LSE has 11,689 full-time students: 5,627 undergraduates, 5,505 taught postgraduates, and 557 postgraduate researchers. 49% of the students are classified as Home/EU students, while the remaining 51% are international or overseas students.
92.8% of LSE graduates enter employment or study within 15 months of graduation, with the average salary of an LSE graduate being £35,000. The top fields of employment for LSE graduates include the following:
Financial and Professional Services
Education, Teaching, and Research
Consultancy
Accounting and Auditing
Government, Public Sector, and Policy
Departments and Divisions
The London School of Economics offers several courses and degrees in economics and social sciences, and is made up of many institutes and departments, including:
Department of Accounting
Department of Anthropology
Data Science Institute
Department of Economics
Department of Economic History
European Institute
Department of Finance
Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa
Department of Gender Studies
International Inequalities Institute
Department of International Relations
Language Centre
LSE Law School
Department of Management
Marshall Institute
Department of Mathematics
School of Public Policy (formerly Institute of Public Affairs)
Department of Statistics
Facilities and Resources
The London School of Economics and Political Sciences provides its students with a number of useful facilities and resources to help them thrive academically, intellectually, socially, emotionally, and professionally. These facilities include everything from academic support and student services to a vibrant campus life. Here are a few of the most notable facilities:
Library
The Library at LSE is one of the largest social science libraries in Europe. It has been designated as the British Library of Political and Economic Science by the Arts Council England. The library houses over 4,000,000 volumes and around 30,000 e-books. Additionally, LSE's library has an extensive international research collection.
Student Activities
LSE sponsors all kinds of student activities to help students flourish socially as well as academically. These activities cover everything, including sports, culture, media, volunteering, arts and music, and public lectures. There are over 200 societies at LSE for you to choose from, or you can even start your own. There are also volunteer and charity opportunities for all students at LSE.
Arts and Culture
Students at LSE can enjoy free weekly music concerts at the Shaw Library. The programme includes a wide and diverse range of international musicians, instruments, and classical pieces. Additionally, there are plenty of works of art on campus and in the university’s residence halls, and exhibitions in the Atrium Gallery, on the ground floor of the Old Building, are regularly held.
Sports and Sports Facilities
There are over 40 sports clubs that you can join during your time at LSE that include everything from athletics, capoeira, and futsal to rowing, squash, yoga, and more. The sports facilities there include a state-of-the-art gym with exercise equipment, a badminton court, tennis courts, sports grounds, and so much more.
Language Centre
The LSE Language Centre offers modern language courses presented by experienced lecturers from all over the world. The centre also has classes for proofreading, translation, and document authentication.
Other facilities at LSE include academic support, student counselling, medical and dental care, and catering services.
London School of Economics Student Accommodation
Students can live on campus in London School of Economics student accommodation. These London university accommodation facilities are fitted to cater to the students’ needs throughout their study period at the London School of Economics. There are various types of rooms to choose from as well as a useful set of amenities and services that help students have a more comfortable stay. Additionally, living in an on-campus accommodation facility puts students close to their classes and academic buildings and allows them to get the full study experience.
Nearby Universities
Several universities, colleges, and institutions are located in the area surrounding the London School of Economics. These London institutions include the University of London, London Metropolitan University, University College London, London Film Academy, and University of The Arts London, among others.
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