M.Sc City Design and Social Science at London School Of Economics And Political Science [LSE], London Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

M.Sc in City Design and Social Science at London School of Economics and Political Science: Fees, Eligibility, Entry Requirements, Admission & Deadlines & Scholarships

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Master of Science [M.Sc] (City Design and Social Science)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

₹36 L/Yr

£30,900 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees₹3602940 (GBP 30900)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Accommodation₹699600 (GBP 6000)
Food₹139920 (GBP 1200)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023₹3609936 (GBP 30960)
2021₹4950953 (GBP 42461)

Important Dates

  • Applications are accepted on a Rolling Basis Throughout the Year.
EventApplication Date
Deadline of Graduate Support Scheme (GSS) for Fall 2025 Intake May 6, 2025

The M.Sc in City Design and Social Science program at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a 1-year program with a tuition fee of £30,900 (INR ₹37,13,750) for 2025, reflecting a decrease of £60 (INR ₹3,097) from the 2023 fee of £30,960 (INR ₹34,98,170). Applications are on a rolling basis and will close once all seats are filled, with classes starting in September 2025.The course covers topics such as Urban Design, Social Theory, City-Making, and Urban Inequalities.

The M.Sc in City Design and Social Science from London School of Economics and Political Science includes the following modules:

Years

Core Modules

Optional / Elective Modules

 Year 1

  • City Design: Research Studio.
  • Independent Project
  • City-Making: the Politics of Urban Form.
  • Cities by Design.
  • Urban Social Theory.
  • Globalisation and Territorial Development.
  • The Politics of Housing.
  • Urban Transformations.
  • Qualitative Social Research Methods.
  • The Social Life of Infrastructure and more.

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

 Requirement Type

 Details

 Department Name

 Department of Sociology

Academic Qualification

  • Degree Requirement: Upper second class honours 2:1 (Equivalent 3.3 to 3.7 on a 4.0 scale) degree or equivalent professional qualifications or experience.
  • Relevant Fields: Architecture, urban design, planning, engineering, social science, law, humanities, management, mathematics, statistics, or natural science.

Country Specific Requirement

  • Taught Master's (2:1 Equivalent):
    • Bachelor's degree (BA, BSc, BCom, BTech) awarded after a minimum of 3 years of study.
    • Bachelor of Medicine (minimum 5 years of study).
    • Required CGPA: 3.3/4, 5/7, 6/8, 7/9, or 7.6/10.
  • Taught Master's (1st Class Equivalent):
    • Bachelor's degree (BA, BSc, BCom, BTech) awarded after a minimum of 3 years of study.
    • Bachelor of Medicine (minimum 5 years of study).
    • Required CGPA: 3.5/4, 5.5/7, 6.5/8, 7.5/9, or 8.5/10.
  • Law Taught Master's Programme:
    • 3-year LLB or 5-year joint BA/LLB, BBA/LLB, or BCom/LLB degree.
    • Grade requirements vary depending on the institution.
    • Applicants are advised to contact the LSE Graduate Admissions Office for details.

English Language Requirement

  • IELTS (Academic): Overall 7.0, Reading 7.0, Listening 6.5, Writing 6.5, Speaking 6.5.
  • PTE Academic (in-person only): Overall 70, Reading 70, Listening 62, Writing 62, Speaking 62.
  • TOEFL iBT: Overall 100, Reading 25, Listening 22, Writing 24, Speaking 22.
  • LSE Language Centre Presessional: Overall 70, Reading 70, Listening 65, Writing 65, Speaking 65.
  • Cambridge English Scale: Overall 185, Reading 185, Listening 176, Writing 176, Speaking 176.
  • Trinity ISE (revised test): Level III, Reading Distinction, Listening Merit, Writing Merit, Speaking Merit

Documents Required

  • Academic Transcripts and Certificates.
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency.
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP).
  • Letter of Recommendation (LOR).
  • Proof of Work Experience (If Have).
  • Copy of Passport.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Application Link

 Application Link

Application Fee

 £ 95


Scores Required

7 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

100 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

70 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

95

Application Fees

TOP Scholarships

Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
Graduate Support Scheme (GSS)£5,000 to £15,000 (based on financial need)Open to all applicants for diploma and taught master's study, except modular or executive programs.



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