BSc Philosophy and Economics
London School of Economics and Political Science
About this course
BSc in Philosophy and Economics, an economics and philosophy degree exploring social and individual decision-making through rigorous analytical frameworks. Core topics include Statistics. Students progress from foundational economic theory and philosophical questions in the first year to advanced econometric techniques and philosophy of economics in later stages. Throughout the three years, studies balance core economic principles with philosophical inquiry. The first year establishes baseline understanding via Microeconomics I, Macroeconomics I, and The Big Questions: An Introduction to Philosophy. Second-year teaching introduces quantitative methods through Econometrics I and Econometrics II alongside Microeconomics II and Macroeconomics II, complemented by approved philosophy options. The final year incorporates specialised modules such as Philosophy of Economics alongside broader approved options in economics and philosophy.
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Entry requirements
A-levels: AAA, with an A in Mathematics IB Diploma: 38 points overall, with 766 in higher level subjects, including Mathematics
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What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 72%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 69%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 48 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 76%
- Working and studying: 12%
- Further study: 4%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 42%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 21%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 17%
- Information Technology Professionals: 3%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 3%
- Find their work meaningful: 86%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East of England: 15%
- London: 55%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Microeconomics I
- Macroeconomics I
- The Big Questions: An Introduction to Philosophy
- The LSE Course
- Microeconomics II
- Macroeconomics II
- Econometrics I
- Econometrics II
- One approved philosophy option
- OR you'll take courses to the value of one unit from a range of philosophy options
- Philosophy of Economics
- One approved economics option
- One approved philosophy option
- Either outside options, or approved economics options, or philosophy options to the value of one unit
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Philosophy and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science earn?
The median salary is £41,000 after 15 months, £43,500 after 3 years, £55,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £39,500 and £78,000. The £55,500 median after five years is £7,000 more than the UK median for Economics.
What do graduates of BSc Philosophy and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science do next?
92% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Philosophy and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Philosophy and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 168 UCAS points.
Does BSc Philosophy and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Philosophy and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.