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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    12 Months

Course summary

This programme will introduce you to comparative social-science frameworks, developing your knowledge of China and the contemporary world. It brings together LSEs considerable multi-disciplinary expertise on China, drawing on a range of social science disciplines. Youll compare Chinese politics, history, society, and culture, while developing key skills such as comparative theory, critical thinking, self-directed learning and professional communication.

Based in the Department of Anthropology, this programme enables you to tailor your studies to fit your areas of interests. Youll have the opportunity to study a range of topics, and take courses across various LSE departments, including anthropology economic history government international relations and social policy. Youll also write a 10,000-word dissertation on an approved topic of your choice.

As a world-leading institution in the social sciences, the School offers a dynamic and engaging research culture with a strong commitment to teaching and promoting an inclusive environment. Youll benefit from the insights and expertise of our faculty, who carry out innovative research on the core challenges of todays world.

The Department of Anthropology is very sociable and students, professors, and fellows often meet outside of the classroom.

Studying the MSc China in Comparative Perspective is ideal if you have career interests related to China in business, government, or cultural exchange. It also provides an excellent foundation for further research in the social sciences.

Graduate destinations:

The programme is good preparation for research work in an academic discipline, but is also appropriate for those with career interests related to China and East Asia, for example, in business, culture, or government. Graduates of this programme have chosen a variety of careers, including as analysts, consultants, journalists, and government officials.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

£ 2,408month

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • University League Table

    3rd

  • Campus address

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, Houghton Street, London, England, WC2A 2AE, United Kingdom

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