MSc Economy and Society
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
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The MSc Economy and Society programme offers a flexible yet comprehensive introduction to a broadly sociological study of the economy and economic life, thereby providing a strong theoretical and methodological foundation for engaging in critical discussions on the future of our societies.It is an advanced sociology degree, which examines economic life as intertwined with political, cultural, organisational, and technological concerns. Understanding the global risks and possibilities confronted ...Read more

The MSc Economy and Society programme offers a flexible yet comprehensive introduction to a broadly sociological study of the economy and economic life, thereby providing a strong theoretical and methodological foundation for engaging in critical discussions on the future of our societies.

It is an advanced sociology degree, which examines economic life as intertwined with political, cultural, organisational, and technological concerns. Understanding the global risks and possibilities confronted by contemporary societies – from climate change to financialization to technological change – requires grasping the role and dynamics of economies as social arenas in which power, knowledge and culture shape action and actors.

The programme is unique in its breadth and diversity. It covers the most significant and recent developments in the sociology of economic life. A compulsory course in Economy, Risk and Society will introduce you to critical discussions on the nature of power, the production of knowledge and expertise, capitalist relations, practices of material culture, risk governance, and the social structures of markets. Through optional courses, you can further specialise in the sociology of markets, economic sociology, material culture, the sociology of consumption, and the sociology of science and technology. The programme will enable you to develop critical skills that advance your knowledge of the socio-economic dynamics of contemporary societies.

Teaching methods

LSE is internationally recognised for its teaching and research and therefore employs a rich variety of teaching staff with a range of experience and status. Courses may be taught by individual members of faculty, such as lecturers, senior lecturers, readers, associate professors and professors. Many departments now also employ guest teachers and visiting members of staff, LSE teaching fellows and graduate teaching assistants who are usually doctoral research students and in the majority of cases, teach on undergraduate courses only.

Assessment

All taught courses are required to include formative coursework which is unassessed. It is designed to help prepare you for summative assessment which counts towards the course mark and to the degree award. LSE uses a range of formative assessment, such as essays, problem sets, case studies, reports, quizzes, mock exams and many others. Summative assessment may be conducted during the course or by final examination at the end of the course.

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This programme provides an excellent foundation for graduates seeking careers in academia, government and the civil service, research-oriented industries, and the non-governmental sector.

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Entry requirements

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

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£17,424 per year

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£27,480 per year

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£27,480 per year

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
London School of Economics and Political Science London England WC2A 2AE United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Holborn  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Blackfriars  0.4 miles away
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