LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS SUMMER PROGRAM
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IE UNIVERSITY AND LSE CUSTOMIZED SUMMER PROGRAM
IE UNIVERSITY AND LSE CUSTOMIZED SUMMER PROGRAM
This summer study at London School of Economics and Political Science through our IE University and LSE Summer Program. LSE is London’s top university and is ranked 5th in the world for social sciences and management studies. This summer program between IE University and LSE offers current IE University undergraduate students the opportunity to enroll in a three-week summer program at LSE Campus in the heart of London, UK.
THE PROGRAM
Classes will run during the morning. After a lunch break, students will have specialized seminar sessions with LSE faculty to allow extra time to dive into the material.
In the evenings, students are free to enjoy life at the LSE campus in the heart of London or to join one of the extracurricular activities hosted by IE University or LSE.
THREE-WEEK PROGRAM
with faculty & extracurricular events hosted by LSE or IE University.
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE
Sunday, July 13th – August 2nd, 2025
COURSE DATES
Monday, July 14th – August 1st, 2025
THE courses
The courses are based on existing LSE modules and delivered by LSE Faculty. Upon completion of the course, students will receive two certificates: one from IE University and one from LSE. Both courses are equivalent to 7.5 ECTS.
Student can study one of the three courses below, which have 54 hours of teaching time each.
POWER SHIFT: THE WEST, THE BRICS AND THE CRISIS OF THE LIBERAL INTERNATIONAL ORDER?
This course is for students looking for an expert guide through contemporary international issues.
MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS OF DIGITAL INNOVATION
This course provides unique resources to understand how digital innovations change the economic dynamics of the contemporary economy and e-business practices.
DATA ENGINEERING FOR THE SOCIAL WORLD
This course develops the skills to collect public data from the Internet APIs, connect multiple data sources and build websites to report and communicate insights obtained from data.
IMPORTANT information
PROGRAM FEE: €5,500
Your Program fee includes:
- Accommodation & breakfast for 21 days at LSE Student Residences.
- Application fee & tuition for a 7.5 ECTS course taught by LSE Faculty.
- Upon completion of the course, students will receive a transcript and a certificate from LSE and a certificate from IEU.
- Access to Spark Professional Skills Program offered by LSE and Extracurricular activities organized by LSE and IE University.
Students are responsible for:
- Their travel fees, including flights and transportation to and from LSE as well as travel & health insurance.
- Their VISA. Students might need one depending on their nationality. Kindly check if you need one and how to apply at the Consulate of your place of residence.
Student Profile and Application process
IE University seeks students with intellectual curiosity, willingness to engage with others in an academic and social environment, and a standard of behavior in line with the expectations of both institutions.
To apply for the program, students must complete the online application form, that can be found below, which includes a statement of intent.
- IE University will consider the student’s weighted GPA of his or her Bachelor Program or Dual Program as the fundamental criterion to allocate the spots.
- Students will have to provide an IE University transcript in English.
*This is a highly competitive program with a limited capacity. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
March 1st, 2025
RESPONSE FROM PROGRAM
March 7th, 2025
DEADLINE TO PAY €500 DEPOSIT
March 14th, 2025
DEADLINE TO PAY REMAINING BALANCE IN FULL
April 2, 2025
SOCIAL PROGRAM
The LSE Summer Program features a variety of social events to help students discover London and grow their global network.
These include:
West End theater trips
Thames river cruise
Keynote lecture series
London walking tours
Oxford, Cambridge and Windsor tours
Afternoon tea and pub quiz
Summer School Leaving Party
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS PROGRAM
Entrepreneurship
Having entrepreneurial skills isn’t just a requisite for starting up a business. Students can discover the skills and techniques to ideate, pitch and launch their own startup ideas.
Industry Insights
Students can explore career opportunities in key sectors, learn from HR specialists what it takes to land their dream job, and connect with some of the most original thinkers actively reshaping our future today.
Postgraduate Study
These workshops help students to understand the requirements for popular postgraduate courses.
Job Search Skills
Students learn to develop a winning CV and cover letter, excel at interviews, develop a career narrative, and navigate the fast-changing virtual job-search landscape.
Digital Skills
Students can future-proof their careers with the support of our Digital Skills Lab. Participants can build their online personal brand, develop a global mindset, and pick up a host of practical skills including coding, web design, app design and data science.
Well-being
Students learn more about well-being support, mental health, and the importance of emotional intelligence.