Spend your fall quarter studying at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), one of the most prestigious institutions in the world and an ideal setting to focus on the politics and international relations of Britain and Western Europe.
FACULTY
UNITS
PREREQUISITES
Instructor – John T. Scott
16 Quarter Units
This program is open to students who meet the eligibility requirements.
The following courses are recommended but not mandatory: POL 002, POL 003, POL 004 and POL 51.
QUARTERS
Fall 2026 - September 19–November 28, 2026
DESCRIPTION
Students will take two classes taught by LSE faculty, International Relations in Western Europe and Western European Politics, and enjoy guest talks by distinguished speakers and excursions to sites in London (under Political Science 190). Additionally, in Professor Scott's Topics in the History of Political Thought: Machiavelli and Shakespeare (POL 117), students will use Machiavelli's works to establish a philosophical and political lens through which to examine Shakespeare's plays.
Readings will include Machiavelli's "The Prince" and "Mandragola" and several Shakespeare plays, influenced in part by what is being staged at The Globe Theatre. Students will have the opportunity to attend a performance at the famous Globe Theater, which will provide the backdrop for this fascinating historical and political trajectory.
- Max Enrollment – 26
- Taught In – English
- Prerequisites – No
- Academic Area – Political Science
- Program Coordinator – Emeline Diolot-Bobalik