MSc Economy and Society

at London School of Economics

This programme is largely based on a practical approach to learning. Through Economy, Risk and Society you will be introduced to key discussions on the nature of power, knowledge, organisations and markets. You are also exposed to different approaches to the study of economic life, as well as case studies associated with current transformations in the socio-economic system – the rise of new forms of financial activity, new varieties of money, and new spheres of economic activity.

 

The core course is complemented by metholodology courses and a variety of optional courses, up to the value of one and a half units, which allow you to tailor your programme to interests and career goals. Options include further specialisation in the sociology of risk and regulation, economic sociology and the sociology of markets, employment relations, globalisation, and the sociology of science and technology.

 

You will also complete an empirical or theoretical dissertation of up to 10,000 words on a subject of interest related to the courses and approved by the Department. This will provide you with the opportunity to think sociologically and at length on a sociological problem, issue or debate in risk and economic life.

 

You will receive feedback and advice throughout your degree. You will be advised on your dissertation topic by an academic adviser, in conjunction with the programme conveners.

 

(* denotes a half unit)

 

Economy, Risk and Society
Introduces you to sociological perspectives on economic life and risk regulation in advanced industrial societies.

 

Either

Quantitative Social Research Methods*
Introduces students to a range of quantitative methods used in contemporary social research. 

Or

Qualitative Social Research Methods*
Introduces students to the theory and practice of qualitative research methods in sociology.

 

Dissertation
An extended piece of written work of 10,000 words that is your own independent research investigation of a human rights issue or problem, undertaken with the guidance of your dissertation supervisor.

 

Courses to the value of one and a half units from a range of options

Minimum entry requirements for MSc Economy and Society

Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent, preferably in sociology/social science.

 

Competition for places at the School is high. This means that even if you meet the minimum entry requirement, this does not guarantee you an offer of admission.

Every graduate student is charged a fee for their programme.

The fee covers registration and examination fees payable to the School, lectures, classes and individual supervision, lectures given at other colleges under intercollegiate arrangements and, under current arrangements, membership of the Students' Union. It does not cover living costs or travel or fieldwork.

 

Tuition fees 2022/23 for MSc Economy and Society
Home students: £15,816
Overseas students: £24,456

Quick Careers Facts for the Department of Sociology
Median salary of our PG students six months after graduating: £31,500

 

Top 5 sectors our students work in:

• Public administration and defence
• Architectural and engineering activities
• Education
• Social work activities
• Advertising and market research

The data was collected as part of the Graduate Outcomes survey, which is administered by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). Graduates from 2017-18 were the first group to be asked to respond to Graduate Outcomes. Median salaries are calculated for respondents who are paid in UK pounds sterling.