At LSE, you will have the chance to study a broad range of subjects. At one end of the spectrum are subjects you might consider 'arts' subjects like history, at the other end are mathematics and related subjects. Some subjects have a direct vocational or professional link, like law or actuarial science. All are a useful intellectual training in different approaches to social questions.

Most of our degrees allow you to combine study in more than one of these subjects, either for joint honours or with one major subject and one minor. Almost all require or allow you to choose at least one 'outside' option (ie from a range of courses in any other subject taught within the School) to enable you to approach your main area of study in a more inclusive and holistic way. Others draw on different subjects to provide an interdisciplinary approach to a particular topic (eg in management).

A modern foreign language option is generally available on those degree programmes that offer an outside option.

Some degrees give exemptions from certain professional examinations but our degrees are intended to provide a sound intellectual, rather than simply professional, training. Our students go on to a range of careers which are rarely restricted by the choice of degree subject. We believe that success in your degree and in your subsequent career is best achieved by choosing subjects that interest you and that you are good at.

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