London School of Economics Summer School
Established in 1989, LSE Summer School is now the largest of its kind in the whole of Europe. Created by LSE faculty and taught to a degree standard by LSE lecturers, the programmes are designed to give you the same learning experience as full-time students. You can study for three or six weeks, in one of the most well-renowned institutions in the world, in one of the greatest cities in the world.
Courses taught during the London School of Economics Summer School are based on regular LSE undergraduate courses. Choose from a wide variety of courses offered in Sessions One and Two taught by Lecturers who are experts in their chosen fields and who teach with enthusiasm and contemporary relevance. You will study under lecturers who are actively involved in research, with many having connections that go beyond the university, influencing government policy and the strategies of the world’s top companies.
Fields of study
- Accounting
- Business
- Data Science
- Economics
- Finance
- International Relations
- Law
- Management
- Mathematics
- Politics
- Research Methods
More information regarding specific courses available can be found on the host university website.
*Please note that BEL Students must submit 2-3 courses on their application for credit form for faculty credit assessment. All other applicants are also advised to submit 2-3 courses for assessment in case of course cancellation.
Credit equivalent
7.5 ECTS = 2 UQ Units. You will be able to choose a maximum of one course per session. Maximum of 4 UQ Units if 15 ECTS are successfully completed across two sessions (pending UQ faculty approval).
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Please review the host university webpage for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and application
All applicants must meet the UQ short-term experience eligibility criteria and the LSE entry requirements.
Combined Sessions One & Two and Session Two of this program impacts UQ semester 2 teaching dates. UQ students must meet the additional special conditions for programs that impact teaching dates.
BEL students must submit at least 2 courses on their application for credit form.
This program is competitive and places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis by LSE. Apply early to avoid disappointment.
If you intend to undertake your experience for-credit, it is strongly recommended that you submit your application to IGET at least 4 weeks before applying to the host to allow sufficient time for faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note however that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.
Reminder: If you wish to receive the host discount, make sure to use the host code when you apply to the host. The host code will be emailed to you, once you have succesfully applied to UQ.
Cost
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad, meaning you pay tuition directly to the host. Tuition only will be approximately $5,750 - $9,600 AUD depending on the number of courses undertaken.
Detailed information regarding fees and inclusions can be found on the host university website.
UQ students are eligible for a discount; applicants will be issued with the discount code following being deemed eligible by IGET and faculty credit approval (if seeking credit). IMPORTANT: When applying to the host, use the host code to receive the discount.
Scholarships may also be available for this experience. Please find more information about this on the host university website.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged as part of the program for an additional cost. For more information regarding accommodation, please see the host university website.
Funding
Internships and Global Experiences Grants
When you submit your application for an experience, you are automatically considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.
OS-HELP Loan
You may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.
Student Testimonials
Aamna - London School of Economics
B Business Management / Economics, Winter 2024
Macgregor - London School of Economics
B Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours), Winter 2024
Monique - London School of Economics
Bachelors of Arts / Laws (Honours), Winter 2024
Meenal - London School of Economics
B Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours), Winter 2023
Living in London for an extended period allowed me to explore a vibrant and historically rich city.
Elise - London School of Economics
B Advanced Business (Honours), Winter 2023
This immersive experience not only enriched my academic life but also broadened my horizons, allowing me to engage with the global community that London represents.
Jessica - London School of Economics
B Advanced Business (Honours), Winter 2023
I honed time management and organizational skills, overcoming challenges through proactive strategies and collaboration with peers.
Biranathy - London School of Economics
B Commerce/B Laws (Honours), Winter 2023
Elke - London School of Economics
B Advanced Business, Winter 2023
Grace - London School of Economics
B Economics / Laws (Honours), Winter 2022
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 14 April 2025
Host: Rolling application deadline*
Program Dates
Session One
Start: 23 June 2025
End: 11 July 2025
Session Two**
Start: 14 July 2025
End: 1 August 2025
Session One & Two**
Start: 23 June 2025
End: 1 August 2025
*Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible
**For-credit only as dates impact on UQ Semester 2
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study Abroad
Location: London, England (In-person)
Credit: For-credit or Not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and Postgraduate*
*Postgraduates can attend the program as not-for-credit only
OS-HELP Loan
If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student.
Application Deadlines
15 January for overseas study commencing March to August
15 March for overseas study commencing May to October
15 June for overseas study commencing August to January
15 September for overseas study commencing November to April
OS-HELP Loan application deadlines close before the Summer and Winter Short-Term Study application deadlines. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for deadline dates as late applications will not be accepted.
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.
Global Experiences Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to register and attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.