Established in 1989, LSE Summer School is now the largest of its kind in the world. 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 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 Session 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
inance
International Relations
Law
Management
Mathematics
Politics
Research Methods

More information about specific available courses can be found on the host university's website.

Credit Assessment Advice: Students applying for UQ credit are strongly encouraged to nominate 2-3 courses per session on their credit application. This provides flexibility if a course is cancelled, unavailable, or not offered in the expected session, and may help avoid delays to the credit assessment process.

UQ students may only apply to LSE Session Two (5 July - 23 July 2027). LSE Session 1 & 3 impact UQ semester dates and therefore are not supported.

Credit equivalent

7.5 ECTS = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ Units if 7.5 ECTS are successfully completed. (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

Step 1: Apply to UQ

All applicants must meet the short-term experience eligibility criteria

We recommend applying to UQ first. If you are seeking credit towards your UQ degree, you must first apply through UQ and obtain credit approval before submitting your host university application.

Step 2: Apply to the Host University

Once your UQ application has been deemed 'eligible' and credit has been approved (if applicable), you can then submit your host university application.

All applicants must meet the LSE entry requirements..

This program is competitive and places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis by LSE. Apply early to avoid disappointment.

Important

⚠ Students who intend to undertake this experience for credit are strongly recommended to submit their application to the Global Experiences team at least 4 weeks before the host deadline 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.

Important: When applying to the host institution, you must use the host code to receive the discount. Students who do not enter the code at the time of their LSE application may not be guaranteed the discount.

Apply to UQ Apply to host

Cost

This experience is offered under the Study Abroad participation mode. This means you will pay tuition fees directly to the host institution rather than to UQ. Detailed information regarding fees and inclusions can be found on the host university website .

Approximate tuition fees are:

One session: AUD $6,397
Application fee: AUD $115 (non-refundable)

Discount:

UQ students are generally eligible for a discount. Applicants must apply to UQ first. Once Global Experiences confirms eligibility and faculty credit approval (if seeking credit), students will be issued a discount code.

Scholarships:

The Academic Director’s Scholarships are available to Summer School applicants who have shown a passion for, or exceptional promise in the areas of:

Sustainability and Development
Responsible Leadership
Technology, Media & Society

For more information, visit the Academic Director's Scholarships

Accommodation

You must receive an offer from LSE Summer School before you can book accommodation. Stay in the heart of London with a variety of accommodation options. For more information, visit LSE Accommodation.

Funding

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

Find other short-term experiences

Key Dates

Application Deadlines

UQ: 14 April 2027
Host: Rolling application deadline*

Program Dates

Session Two
Start: 05 July 2027
End: 23 July 2027

*Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible

Fast Facts

Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: London, England (In-person)
Credit: For-credit or not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate & Postgraduates*

* Postgraduates can apply 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

OS-HELP loan applications open on 5 January each year.

OS-HELP loan applications can’t be accepted:

any earlier than 6 months before the official start date of your overseas study
any later than 3 months before the official end date of your overseas study.

*OS-HELP Loan applications are closed between 17 December and 5 January. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for more information on how to apply for an OS-HELP loan.

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.