A 75/25 split
LSE says time is split 75/25 between geography and economics, with mathematical and statistical analysis built in.
Undergraduate · LSE Geography with Economics
LSE Geography with Economics: geography first, economics as the tool
LSE's BSc Geography with Economics splits its time 75/25 between the two subjects, so it is a geography degree with a serious economics component, not a joint degree. It asks for A-level Mathematics and says Economics is not required. LSE has flagged that its 2027-entry requirements are still subject to confirmation, so the entry rules read here are labelled 2026 entry.
Official information · last verified for 2027 entry
What LSE asks for in Geography with Economics
Taken from LSE's BSc Geography with Economics programme page and read on 31 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.
Mathematics required, Economics not
For 2026 entry LSE listed AAA including an A in Mathematics, and said A-level Economics is not required.
IB 38 with 766
For 2026 entry the IB requirement was 38 points overall with 766 at higher level, including Mathematics.
Flexible options
LSE says students can tailor the degree towards areas such as economic geography, sustainable development, urban geography and regional development.
An international field trip
Students can take part in an international field trip in the second year.
Official sources
Read on 31 October 2026 on LSE's BSc Geography with Economics programme page, which describes 2027 entry. LSE's general entry requirements, the fees pages and the 2028-entry values were not read, the page's 2027-entry requirements were not yet published, and the page lists no additional admissions test or interview so none is stated and are not stated.
The degree
Geography with the economist's toolkit
LSE says the uneven impact of economic activity globally and the forces driving social, political, environmental and economic change are the focus, with mathematical and statistical analysis building the skills. The first year takes methodology, geography and economics courses and one option from three; the second year adds compulsory geography courses, one in microeconomics, and the field-methods course with its overseas trip.
Is it the right degree?
Geography with Economics against its neighbours
LSE teaches several economics-related degrees with different balances.
Choose Geography with Economics if
geography is your main interest and you are comfortable with mathematics.
Choose Economic History and Geography if
you prefer history and geography in equal measure. Avandy's guide to it covers that, with a different subject rule.
Choose Economics if
economics should lead. Avandy's LSE Economics guide covers it.
Entry rules
Mathematics, labelled 2026 entry
For 2026 entry LSE listed AAA including an A in Mathematics and a contextual offer of ABB, and said A-level Economics is not required. The IB requirement was 38 points overall with 766 at higher level including Mathematics. LSE says taking Mathematics, Further Mathematics and one other subject may be viewed as a less competitive combination than a broader mix. The page lists no additional test or interview. This page states no scores.
A decision framework
Three questions before you commit
This is Avandy's own framework, not LSE's.
Is geography the lead interest?
The 75/25 split is deliberate.
Do you have A-level Mathematics?
It is required.
Do you want fieldwork?
A second-year international field trip is part of the programme.
Planning for 2028 entry
Planning for 2028 entry: what carries over and what is awaiting publication
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.
The subject mix, the Mathematics requirement and the 75/25 balance: read on LSE's page, whose entry requirements are labelled 2026 entry
These are the best guide to what to prepare. LSE says its 2027-entry requirements are still subject to confirmation, and has not confirmed 2028.
The 2027-entry and 2028-entry requirements and the UCAS deadline: awaiting publication
Check LSE's programme page for the values that apply to your application year.
What to do now
Confirm A-level Mathematics, read the programme's course structure and decide how much of the economics you want.
Support
Independent support with course choice and preparation
Avandy provides independent academic and admissions support. It is not affiliated with the London School of Economics and Political Science or any of its colleges or departments. Preparation sits within the Avandy Trinity Advisory Model: a Strategic Admissions Consultant, a PhD-level Academic Mentor and a Subject-specific Tutor, working to the actual requirements of each course. Support here means course-fit advice, subject mentoring and ethical preparation; Avandy gives no scores or probabilities and does not write applications. No outcome is promised.
Questions
Questions applicants ask
How is time split?
LSE says 75/25 between geography and economics.
Do I need A-level Mathematics?
For 2026 entry LSE listed it as required, and said it was reading the page's requirements for 2026 only.
Do I need A-level Economics?
No. LSE says it is not required.
Is there a field trip?
Yes. LSE describes an international field trip in the second year.
Are the 2027-entry requirements published?
LSE says they are still subject to confirmation.
Are these the rules for 2028 entry?
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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