A three-year BSc, V503
Taught by the Department of Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method, with 12 units plus LSE100.
Undergraduate · LSE Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method
LSE Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method: philosophy of science with logic
LSE's BSc Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method puts logic and the philosophy of science at the centre of an analytical philosophy degree. It asks for AAA with no set subjects, and LSE says a mix of arts and science or mathematics A-levels is common and desirable. The decision against LSE's other philosophy degrees is how much you want logic and scientific method.
Official information · last verified for 2027 entry
What LSE asks for in Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method
Taken from LSE's BSc Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method 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.
AAA, with no ideal subject combination
The standard A-level requirement is AAA; LSE says there is no ideal subject combination.
IB 38 with 766
The IB requirement is 38 points overall with 766 at higher level.
A mix of arts and sciences is welcome
LSE says it is common and desirable to see students offering both kinds of A-level.
Questions about reality, time and punishment
Students debate questions spanning ethics, science and justice.
Official sources
Read on 31 October 2026 on LSE's BSc Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method programme page, which describes 2027 entry. LSE's general entry requirements, the fees pages and the 2028-entry values were not read, and the page lists no additional admissions test or interview so none is stated and are not stated.
The degree
Deep questions, with a scientific and logical bent
LSE says the degree lets students examine deep philosophical questions alongside top researchers, in debates that span ethics, science and justice. Given the focus on logic and scientific method, selectors like to see both analytical and writing abilities. You do not need to have studied Philosophy previously.
Is it the right degree?
Against LSE's other philosophy degrees
The logic and science emphasis is the difference.
Choose Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method if
you like logic, the philosophy of science and a mix of arts and science subjects.
Choose Philosophy and Economics if
you want economics beside philosophy and have A-level Mathematics. Avandy's LSE Philosophy and Economics guide covers it.
Choose LSE PPE if
you want politics and economics too. Avandy's LSE PPE guide covers it.
Entry rules
AAA, and an analytical and writing profile
A-level applicants need AAA, with no ideal subject combination; a mix of arts and science or mathematics A-levels is common and desirable. IB applicants need 38 points overall with 766 at higher level. 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.
Do you enjoy logic and scientific reasoning?
They are in the programme's name and focus.
Is your subject mix balanced?
LSE says a mix of arts and science or mathematics is common and desirable.
Do you avoid overlapping subjects?
LSE says choices should not have overlapping content.
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.
Grades, subject requirements and the subject-mix guidance: last verified for 2027 entry
These are the best guide to what to prepare. LSE has not confirmed them for 2028 entry.
The UCAS deadline and the 2028-entry requirements: awaiting publication for 2028 entry
Check LSE's programme page for the 2028-entry values when they appear.
What to do now
Confirm the required subjects, read the programme's course structure and plan your preparation around it.
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
What does LSE BSc Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method require?
AAA at A level with no ideal subject combination, in LSE's wording for 2027 entry.
Do I need to have studied Philosophy?
No. LSE says you do not need to have studied it previously.
Is Critical Thinking part of the offer?
LSE says Critical Thinking A-level is not included in its standard offer.
Which subjects suit?
LSE says a mix of arts and science or mathematics A-levels is common and desirable.
Is there an admissions test or interview?
The page lists none, so this guide states none.
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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