Language, Culture & Society

About this programme

Taught jointly by the Department of Sociology and the Centre for Language Studies, this BSc Language, Culture and Society allows you to study sociology and become fluent in either French, German, Mandarin, Russian or Spanish. You’ll examine how societies work and examine the role of language in our culture and society. You’ll also choose language, linguistics and literature courses from the Centre for Language Studies. Previous language study is very useful but not essential – you can start as a complete beginner or pick up your learning post-GCSE or A-level. The programme includes a year abroad (in the third year) at one of five partner institutions. During the year abroad, you’ll study courses in your chosen language and also audit sociology classes at your host university. Opportunities for short internships may also be available. You’ll develop skills relevant to a range of careers, including roles in government, the corporate sector, research and advisory organisations, and social care. LSE was ranked first in the UK for Cultural Studies in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027 . If you wish to gain further insight into the subject we suggest that you look at one or more of the following books: As this is a joint degree programme you should also refer to the preliminary reading for the BSc Sociology . Here, you can check our entry requirements for GCSEs, A-levels (please read them alongside our information about subject combinations) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. We also consider applications from students with a range of