12 monthsProgramme duration
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Anthropology
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
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.
We offer needs-based awards for our master’s programmes, including the Graduate Support Scheme and LSE Excellence Scholarship. Please check the specific details, requirements and restrictions on scholarship availability on our website.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Anthropology
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
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.
We offer needs-based awards for our master’s programmes, including the Graduate Support Scheme and LSE Excellence Scholarship. Please check the specific details, requirements and restrictions on scholarship availability on our website.
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