Geography with Economics BSc (Hons)
The London School of Economics and Political Science
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 30 graduates of Geography with Economics BSc (Hons) at The London School of Economics and Political Science for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Economics.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Economics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Economics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £42000 | £43000 | £57500 |
25-75 percentile range | £32500 - £55000 | £33000 - £65500 | £44000 - £86000 |
All Economics courses of The London School of Economics and Political Science
Salary of all UK Graduates of Economics
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £29099 | £30153 | £39358 |
25-75 percentile range | £24360 - £34007 | £23839 - £38996 | £28801 - £52324 |
All Economics courses in the UK
Course Description
The focus of geography at LSE is on the spatial dimensions of economic, social and environmental processes and problems. As we attempt to improve human welfare and environmental quality, it is vital that we have a good understanding of the social, political and economic forces which shape development and social change in our interdependent world. The BSc Geography with Economics degree offers a particular focus on economic geography and spatial economics. This programme combines courses in geography with courses offered by the Department of Economics, to provide a deeper understanding of formal economic analysis.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Geography with Economics BSc (Hons) at The London School of Economics and Political Science
35% | Business and public service associate professionals |
30% | Administrative occupations |
15% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Caring personal services |
5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
5% | Skilled trades occupations |
5% | Other Health Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Costs
Tuition Fees Geography with Economics BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £25656 | year 1 |
International | £25656 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in London
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of The London School of Economics and Political Science in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The London School of Economics and Political Science in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #2
- #2
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- Geography
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 22 March, 2023]
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- #13
- #49
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- Geography
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 19 July, 2022]
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- #3
- #8
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 26 October, 2022]
See all 35 university rankings of The London School of Economics and Political Science
About The London School of Economics and Political Science
London School of Economics (LSE) is a Russell Group university, and is one of the member institutions of the University of London. Situated in the Westminster area of Central London, LSE is home to a diverse student body that comes from around the country and overseas to be a part of the experience.
Student composition of The London School of Economics and Political Science
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Total number of students enrolled at The London School of Economics and Political Science by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 5500
- postgraduates:
- 6695
- Total:
- 12195
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Geography”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
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Geography BSc (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | - | - | - | £9250 | £25200 | - | Egham | On campus Full-time | |
Geography BSc (Hons) | York St John University | 82% | 10% | 10% | £9250 | £14000 | 111 | York | On campus Full-time | |
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Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 26 October, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 22 March, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- Academic Reputation: 50%
Employer Reputation: 30%
Research Citations Per Paper: 10%
H-index: 10%
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 19 July, 2022