MSc China in Comparative Perspective

This programme will introduce you to comparative social-science frameworks, developing your knowledge of China and the contemporary world. It brings together LSE’s considerable multi-disciplinary expertise on China, drawing on a range of social science disciplines. You’ll compare Chinese politics, history, society, and culture, while developing key skills such as comparative theory, critical thinking, self-directed learning and professional communication.

Based in the Department of Anthropology, this programme enables you to tailor your studies to fit your areas of interests. You’ll have the opportunity to study a range of topics, and take courses across various LSE departments, including anthropology economic history government international relations and social policy. You’ll also write a 10,000-word dissertation on an approved topic of your choice.

As a world-leading institution in the social sciences, the School offers a dynamic and engaging research culture with a strong commitment to teaching and promoting an inclusive environment. You’ll benefit from the insights and expertise of our faculty, who carry out innovative research on the core challenges of today’s world.

The Department of Anthropology is very sociable and students, professors, and fellows often meet outside of the classroom.

Studying the MSc China in Comparative Perspective is ideal if you have career interests related to China in business, government, or cultural exchange. It also provides an excellent foundation for further research in the social sciences.

Graduate destinations:

The programme is good preparation for research work in an academic discipline, but is also appropriate for those with career interests related to China and East Asia, for example, in business, culture, or government. Graduates of this programme have chosen a variety of careers, including as analysts, consultants, journalists, and government officials.

Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a social science.