Undergraduate · LSE Finance
LSE's BSc Finance is a three-year degree built on strong mathematics: it asks for an A* in Mathematics, treats Further Mathematics as desirable, and expects a broad mix of analytical and writing subjects. There is no interview. This guide is written for families planning 2028 entry. Everything cycle-specific in it was last verified for 2027 entry, so treat it as the best guide to preparation and not as the 2028 requirement.
Official information · last verified for 2027 entry
Taken from LSE's official BSc Finance programme page and its undergraduate How to apply page, read on 25 October 2026. For a normal 2028-entry application, made in 2027, every requirement below is last verified for the previous cycle and may change; LSE's 2028-entry requirements and dates are awaiting publication.
LSE's A-level offer is A*AA, with an A* in Mathematics, and the contextual offer is A*AB with an A* in Mathematics. As a minimum LSE asks for GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade B (6) or higher. LSE cannot guarantee an offer even when grades meet the standard requirements.
The IB Diploma offer is 39 points overall with 766 in Higher Level subjects, including 7 in Mathematics. The contextual IB offer is 38 points with 766 at Higher Level and 7 in Mathematics.
A-level Mathematics or equivalent is essential. Further Mathematics is desirable and accepted with Mathematics and one other A level, and LSE says you will not be disadvantaged if your school does not offer it. An A* in Further Mathematics with an A in Mathematics is also acceptable.
Alongside Mathematics LSE looks for combinations showing good analytical and writing abilities. Typical subject choices include Economics, Physics, History, Chemistry, and Government and Politics.
LSE's How to apply page says LSE does not interview applicants for any of its programmes.
The UCAS code is N300 and students study 12 units over three years plus LSE100, with Year 1 covering fundamental principles in finance, quantitative skills and introductory economics, mathematics and statistics.
Official sources
Read on 25 October 2026 on LSE's BSc Finance programme page and undergraduate How to apply page, which describe 2027 entry. The 2025 application figures quoted in the guide are history, not a requirement. The programme page lists no admissions test. Fees were not read.
The course
LSE describes the programme as a rigorous course in financial knowledge and quantitative skills, covering specific finance techniques, financial decision-making, risk management and the behaviour of the financial markets. In Year 1 students take fundamental principles in finance and compulsory introductory courses in economics, mathematics and statistics, alongside LSE100. The Department of Finance runs the degree. It is a different programme from Accounting and Finance and from Economics, so check those pages if either is closer to your goal.
Reading the offer
Every route into LSE Finance goes through Mathematics.
A*AA with an A* in Mathematics at A level, or 39 points with 766 at Higher Level including 7 in Mathematics in the IB. The contextual offers are A*AB and 38 points.
Desirable, and accepted with Mathematics and one other A level. If your school does not offer it, LSE says you will not be disadvantaged, and asks you and your referees to indicate this on the application. An A* in Further Mathematics and an A in Mathematics is acceptable.
LSE expects at least two full A levels in traditional academic subjects and looks for combinations that show good analytical and writing abilities. Typical choices include Economics, Physics, History, Chemistry, and Government and Politics.
The application
LSE says it does not interview applicants for any of its programmes. It considers the details on the UCAS form: predicted and achieved grades, subjects and combinations, the personal statement, the teacher's reference and educational circumstances. It looks for strong analytical skills and a high level of numeracy, an ability to apply logic, follow complex lines of reasoning and identify trends, independent thinking, creative and flexible problem-solving, time management, resilience, communication skills, intellectual curiosity and self-motivation. The programme page lists no additional admissions test.
Context
LSE's page shows 1,526 applications for an intake of 69 for 2025, a ratio of 22:1. That is a historical figure about a past cohort. It is not a requirement and it does not predict any individual result.
Planning for 2028 entry
Applying for 2028 entry means applying in 2027, under rules LSE has not yet published for that cycle. Each item below carries one of two labels. Last verified for 2027 entry means LSE published it for the previous cycle and it may change. Awaiting publication for 2028 entry means LSE has not yet published it.
These are the best guide to what to prepare. LSE has not confirmed them for 2028 entry.
Check LSE's programme page and its How to apply page for the 2028-entry values when they appear.
Plan Mathematics at the top grade, consider Further Mathematics where available, and use the personal statement to show analytical and quantitative interest.
Support
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Questions
A*AA at A level with an A* in Mathematics, or 39 IB points with 766 at Higher Level including 7 in Mathematics. This is LSE's wording for 2027 entry.
No. LSE says it is desirable, and you will not be disadvantaged if your school does not offer it.
No. LSE says it does not interview applicants for any of its programmes.
LSE says typical subject choices include Economics, Physics, History, Chemistry, and Government and Politics.
They are separate LSE programmes with their own pages and entry rules. Compare the programme pages.
No. They are LSE's wording for the 2027 application cycle. Check the programme page again when LSE publishes its 2028-entry requirements.
Students and families
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