London School of Economics
London School of Economics
The London School of Economics (pronounced: /ˈlʌndən skuːl ɒv iːkəˈnɒmɪks/), often referred to as LSE, is a public research university located in London, United Kingdom. The etymology of the name comes from its location in London and its focus on the social science discipline of economics.
LSE is one of the foremost social science universities in the world, specialising in a wide range of social science disciplines, including Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Law, and Anthropology.
History
The London School of Economics was founded in 1895 by members of the Fabian Society, which included social reformers Sidney Webb and Beatrice Webb. The school was established with the aim of bettering society by focusing on research in the social sciences.
Academics
LSE offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in social sciences. The university is known for its rigorous academic standards and its commitment to intellectual freedom. It has produced many notable alumni, including several Nobel Prize laureates in Economics.
Related Terms
- Economics
- Political Science
- Sociology
- Law
- Anthropology
- Fabian Society
- Sidney Webb
- Beatrice Webb
- Nobel Prize
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