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    China in Comparative Perspective MSc

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    London, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £30,400.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    26%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    23
    Cohort
    students
    £95.00
    App fee

    China in Comparative Perspective MSc at University of London - London School of Economics & Political Science is a 1-year, in-person MSc program based in London, GB. Tuition is £30,400.

    About the program

    Introduces comparative social-science frameworks for studying China in relation to politics, history, society, and culture across disciplines including anthropology, economic history, government, international relations, and social policy. Includes compulsory and optional courses plus a 10,000-word dissertation.

    Focus: both
    QS Anthropology 8th | Times Higher Ed Anthropology 2nd in UK
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

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    Rolling 2026
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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Higher
    IELTS
    required
    Min Higher

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months Graduate Route (UK)

    £18,600.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does China in Comparative Perspective MSc at University of London - London School of Economics & Political Science cost?
    The total estimated tuition for China in Comparative Perspective MSc at University of London - London School of Economics & Political Science is £30,400.
    Is China in Comparative Perspective MSc at University of London - London School of Economics & Political Science online or in-person?
    China in Comparative Perspective MSc at University of London - London School of Economics & Political Science is offered in-person.
    How long does China in Comparative Perspective MSc at University of London - London School of Economics & Political Science take to complete?
    China in Comparative Perspective MSc at University of London - London School of Economics & Political Science is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for China in Comparative Perspective MSc at University of London - London School of Economics & Political Science?
    Per the program's published guidance: Upper second class honours (2:1)
    How competitive is China in Comparative Perspective MSc at University of London - London School of Economics & Political Science?
    China in Comparative Perspective MSc at University of London - London School of Economics & Political Science reports an acceptance rate of approximately 26%.