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MSc Human Geography and Urban Studies (Research)

London School of Economics

London, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 24,456
Country Rank-
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 7 TOEFL: 100

Program Overview

This programme provides an understanding of the key themes of contemporary geographical thought and allows you to develop an appreciation of the methodological implications of such theoretical developments.

Human geography and urban studies are dynamic and pertinent areas of the social sciences, drawing together concerns with space, economy, society and the environment. In addition to the understanding key geographical themes and methodology insight, you will be able to develop a substantive field of research interest.

This programme will be of interest if you have studied geography or a related social science subject at undergraduate level and are now looking for a more focused introduction to human geographical research. It is designed as preparation for study at PhD level, as well as further training in a broad range of substantive geographical and environmental themes. It draws on the breadth of theoretical understanding, research expertise and practical experience in the Department as well as the strength of LSE’s offering across the social sciences, allowing for learning in specialised courses elsewhere in LSE.

Course Content
You will take courses to the value of four full units in total, made up of compulsory and optional courses, including one advanced research methods course.

(* denotes a half unit)

Contemporary Debates in Human Geography Seminar*
A reading seminar course, organised around key works pertinent to cities development and human geography.

Dissertation
An independent research project of 10,000 words on an approved topic of your choice.

Courses to the value of two and a half units from a range of options.
Entry Requirement
Minimum entry requirements for MSc Human Geography and Urban Studies (Research)

Upper second class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent in geography or 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.
Fees & Scholarships
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 Human Geography and Urban Studies (Research)
Home students: £15,816
Overseas students: £24,456
Career Prospect
Quick Careers Facts for the Department of Geography & Environment
Median salary of our PG students six months after graduating: £33,000

Top 5 sectors our students work in:
- Public administration and defence
- Architectural and engineering activities
- Financial service activities
- Other professional, scientific and technical activities
- Legal and accounting activities
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.

Many graduates from this programme go on to do PhD degrees, while others enter a wide variety of employment including consultancy, the public sector and education.

Cost Of Studying At London School of Economics

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250K+

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