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

 Requirement Type

 Details

 Department of Finance

Academic Qualification

• Degree Requirement: 
  • Undergraduate Degree Upper second class honours 2:1 (Equivalent 3.3 to 3.7 on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent in any discipline.
  • Competitive applicants often hold 1st class (Equivalent 3.7 to 4.0 on a 4.0 scale) honours degrees or equivalent.
• Quantitative Skills: 
  • Basic knowledge of calculus and statistics required.
  • Minimum A-level Mathematics (or equivalent) is essential.
• Professional Experience:
  • Not mandatory but preferred.
  • Internship or work experience can strengthen the application.

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.

• Required for All Students & its Mandatory.

Pre-Sessional English Program

• Its Mandatory for All Students.
• Duration: 4 weeks (full-time) starting in early September.
• Academic Classes: Covers quantitative mathematics, statistics, and financial statements.
• Finance Accelerator: Practical sessions for understanding core concepts.
• Career Skills: Sessions Prepares students for the financial services sector job market.
• Social Events: Opportunities for networking and interaction

English Language Requirement

• IELTS (Academic): Overall 7.0, with 6.5 in each section.
• TOEFL iBT: Overall 100, with Reading 23, Listening 22, Writing 24, and Speaking 22.
• PTE Academic (in-person): Overall 70, with 62 in each section.
• LSE Language Centre Presessional: Overall 70, with 65 in each section.
• Cambridge English Scale: Overall 185, with 176 in each section.
• Trinity ISE (revised): Level III with Merit in all sections.

Documents Required

• Academic Transcripts and Certificates.
• Proof of English Language Proficiency.
• GRE/GMAT Score.
• 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

• Offer holders must pay a non-refundable deposit of 10% of the tuition fee.

• Before May: Within 28 days of receiving the offer.
• In May: Within 21 days receiving the offer.
• In June: Within 14 days receiving the offer.
• In July & August: Within 7 days receiving the offer.