LSE Leads Social Science and Management Fields in London

LSE has been ranked the top university in London and sixth in the world for Social Science and Management subjects in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 published this week.

LSE came in the world top five in eight subjects including Communications and Media Studies (2nd); Geography (2nd); Philosophy (2nd); Development Studies (3rd); Social Policy and Administration (3rd); History (4th); Sociology (4th); and Politics and International Studies (5th). In addition, the School was ranked 6th worldwide for Accounting and Finance, 7th for Economics and Econometrics, and 7th for Law.

Published annually since 2011, the QS World University Rankings by Subject are based on academic reputation, employer reputation and research impact. The rankings use data from 1,559 institutions.

Commenting on the news, LSE’s Vice President and Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research) Professor Susana Mourato said:

“I am immensely proud of LSE’s achievements in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024, leading in London and performing so highly on the global stage.  Our exceptional rankings are a testament to LSE’s unwavering commitment to research excellence and real-world impact, and to the amazing work of our staff, in collaboration with our students and alumni, funders and partners. Together, we continue to shape the world’s future for the better.”

These new rankings are consistent with other recent league tables. In the autumn, LSE was ranked the top university in London and fourth in the UK in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 as well as the Guardian’s Best UK Universities league table 2024.