London School of Economics and Political Science

Below are some of the coolest facts that everyone must know about LSE before applying:LSE's first students choose various careers such as Broadcasting, Teaching, Banking, and Charity Work. LSE has a great student body with various international students hailing over 150 countries. LSE is located in the heart of London, which provides immense opportunities for placements.Some of the popular people who went to LSE are Friedrich Hayek ( a Nobel prize-winning economist ), B R Ambedkar, R.K Narayan (maker of malgudi days), David Rockefeller and many more went to LSE. LSE provides various courses in Economics, politics, Law, or International relations for PG and UG courses. 

The choice to study MS in Finance at LSE or MSc in Financial Economics at Oxford will eventually depend on students’ choice and preferences. When it comes to the study cost, both LSE and Oxford are quite expensive. MSc in Financial Economics cost around INR 58 lakh. Whereas, for LSE MSc in Finance, the tuition fees is £44,928 (Around INR 47 lakh). Also, note that this is just the tuition fee, the cost of living has to be kept in mind too while deciding the university.One key difference between both universities is their teaching styles. LSE is known for its research-oriented approach that focuses on analytical thinking and academic rigor. On the other hand, the University of Oxford has a more traditional, tutorial-based approach. This approach emphasizes close collaboration between faculty members and students and encourages critical thinking and debateAnother key difference between both the universities is their respective reputations in the Finance industry. Oxford University is known for its more academic and theoretical approach to Finance and Economics, and its graduates tend to pursue careers in research or academia. On the other hand, LSE is known for its strong connections to Finance industry and its focus on practical, real-world applications of financial theoryWhen it comes to salary packages and placement records, both Oxford and LSE have excellent track records. 93% Oxford MFE graduates of the class 2021-22 accepted job offers within 6 months. The mean salary was £63,251

The ISE placements for 2020 are almost similar to the placements of 2019. There is little drop in the ISE placement rate in 2020 as compared to the 2019 placement rate. The full-time employment rate is the same as in 2019 i.e. 68%. However, the ISE Economics graduate salary is increased from GBP 40,264 to GBP 40,811. Students can check below the placement comparison of 2020 and 2019 based on certain criteria:ParticularISE Placements 2019ISE Placements 2020Placement Rate93.9%93.1%Graduate responded49.2%52.5%Full-time employment68%68%Top sectorFinancial and Professional ServicesFinancial and Professional ServicesJob rolesBusiness Analyst, Data Engineer, Policy FellowAssociate Report Officer, Design Analyst, Onboarding AdviserTop EmployerPwCDeloitte

 The application process at London School of Economics may vary slightly depending on the course and level of study you are applying for, but the general steps are as follows: For Undergraduate courses: Step 1: Applicants can apply through common applicants (UCAS)Step 2: Go to the website and select the course you are interested inStep 3: Make sure you meet the Entry requirements (Such as Academic qualifications and English proficiency etc.)Step 4: Once you decide on the course, submit the required documents such as SOP, Transcripts and personal statementsStep 5: You can track the application's progress through the LSE Portal or UCAS link.Step 6: After you apply, you will get an automated email from the university that they have received your application.Postgraduate Application Process Step 1: Select the postgraduate programme you are interested in from the LSE websiteStep 2: Ensure you meet the entry requirements for the chosen program, as these vary depending on the courseStep 3: Complete the online application providing your personal informationStep 4: Upload the required documents, such as academic transcripts, proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS), experience in your field and referencesStep 5: After you apply, you will get an automated email from the university that they have received your application