LSE BSc Economics vs Cambridge BA Economics
Which would be a better course to take - LSE Econ or Cambridge Econ? I'm not too sure what I wanna do but I am definitely interested in IBD or Strategy Consulting. Which would give a higher chance in breaking into these fields?
Also, which Economics course would be more engaging and relevant? I'm interested in the practical elements of the LSE Economics course - people I know there are doing cutting-edge relevant work such as looking at desigining policies in developing countries to even learning about different arbitrage strategies in their finance modules. I'm a bit worried about BA Economics at Cambridge being very theoretical and not as modern as LSE Economics. But then again Cambridge is definitely the bigger name globally and I'd imagine will hold more weight in the long-term
I would love to study in Central London too so that's an additional bonus of LSE
Do you have both offers? If so, you can't go wrong with either. Thing is, a lot of people at Cambridge don't apply to stuff properly because they don't have as strong of a recruitment culture. But, if you are one of the good ones you can really excel at Cambridge. London's definitely a better student experience and you'll have a wider pool of girls to pick from, and arguably superior to your homogenous Cambridgian. But that's recruiting-wise aside. In the long run, it is probably better to say you went to Cambridge...
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Think on the grounds of what most people at LSE and Cambridge in your shoes would do. 99 % of lse ppl would make the switch straight away while id imagine a much lower share of Cambridge ppl would make the jump to lse. Go oxbridge. Won’t regret it at any point in your life
Definitely choose Cambridge. Trust me LSE is not that practical either and the culture in LSE and London prices are a joke.
LSE Econ course is quite modern, at least the new one that started in 21/22. There's a practical focus in almost every module to make it useful in the real world. But yeah the culture at LSE being insanely competitive and career-driven is definitely true. At Cambridge you'd meet a more diverse range of people so conversations will be about things other than internships unlike at LSE
Definitely agree on the final sentence. Meeting a diverse range of people at Cambridge would be much more enriching than meeting largely copy pasted wannabe hardos at the LSE.
You will be proud for the rest of your life to be part of Cambridge. LSE you won't have that feeling at all...
Congrats on the offers! I'd go with Cambridge. The course may not be as modern, and more theoretical, but I think you are overestimating the practical implications of the course material altogether. You'll likely not learn much in any econ course that will be applicable to IBD or consulting, thus I would go with the bigger brand name and where competition amongst your peers to land internship is marginally lower.
Also received both offers and firmed Cambridge for the below reasons. 1. Much more affordable (living costs are almost half). 2. Better access to sports clubs and facilities. 3. Amazing brand name for ANYTHING, not just finance. 4. You get to meet a more diverse set of people who excel in many subjects. 5. It's Cambridge, the whole experience seems unforgettable. Don't mind me asking but what college have you accepted at?
any advice for applying? how was the interview and tmua
Didn't do great on the TMUA, only got a 6.2. Otherwise I had 4 A* at A Level including further maths and 10 9s at GCSE. Most important thing is obviously your grades then probably your TMUA score so try and nail these down. Then for interview and personal statement just try and show passion and genuine interest in economics. Read loads and take part in some essay competitions.
LSE Econ UG here, go Cambridge.
I was in the same boat choosing between LSE and Cambridge. LSE feels more practical and hands-on, especially for consulting and finance. Being in London is a huge plus for internships, networking, and real-world exposure. Cambridge has the prestige, but it’s more theoretical. If you’re into real-world applications, LSE might be better. But Cambridge’s name does carry long-term weight. Central London life is also a big bonus! During my own decision process, I used https://edubrain.ai/economics-ai-homework-help/ for economics homework help, which was super valuable and really helped clarify which path aligned better with my strengths and goals. Ultimately, trust your instincts and choose what feels right!
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