LSE Official firmer's thread - 2012

To the LSE admission tutor who gave me my only economics offer, THANK YOU.

Just got my 3rd rejection! Weird thing is I almost didn't apply to LSE, so glad i did!!

C

Congratulations on your offer! I was also rejected by durham before getting my L101 offer, what rejections did you receive?

See you next year

Since I received my offer over a week ago I have spent far too much time thinking about my accommodation and so I've compiled a (very short) short list to help me narrow down the choice. It's based largely on my preference for a single room (so that rules out Passfield), price, and on the areas in which the accommodation is. I've read a few people who seem concerned that they don't know London well enough to make a decision so hopefully I can help a little bit since I've grown up in London.

CARR SAUNDERS

Close to nightlife in Camden, Tottenham Court Road, Oxford Circus and Covent Garden. However, area isn't very personal and also quite touristy.
Fair amount of students in the area. Not particularly cheap for amenities though.
Single £150 pw. 31 week contract. Total £4650 pa

BANKSIDE

Not particularly close to the the main clubbing area of London but surrounded by theatres such as The Globe and The Young and Old Vic. Bit more personality by the river. Cheaper shopping areas.
Single en suite 186-196 pw. 40 week contract. Total £7440-7840 pa

NORTHUMBERLAND HOUSE

Pretty area close to the river, St James' Park, Buckingham Palace etc, but not very studenty.
Single en suite 195-211pw. 40 week contract. Total £7800-8440 pa

ROSEBERRY

Islington, 20 minute walk from Old Street, Liverpool Street and Shoreditch High street which are generally considered some of the more "up and coming areas" of London.
Great shopping and nightlife, both of which will be much cheaper than Soho and Covent Garden. Much more personality.
Single £159-167pw. 31 week contract. Total £4929-5177 pa.

It might be obvious from above that I'm pretty much decided on Roseberry, despite having to sacrifice my desire for an en suite. Hope some of this was helpful x

Hello guys!

Got my offer from LSE 2 weeks ago and I was really overjoyed!
Still deciding on my firm and insurance between LSE and Warwick but I cannot wait for September!

And I am absolutely jealous of you UK students who get to go for the visit day!

But congratulations, everyone!

Just firmed LSE for L101 Anyone going to the open day on the 3rd of April?

Carr Saunders vs Bankside, which is best and why? Thanks

From what I've heard and researched Carr Saunders is located in a better and funner area, in Camden, near all the clubs, shops and restaurants. Because there are many universities and accommodations in this area there are a lot of students and it tends to be very lively. Bankside, as indicated by the name, is by the river. I find this quite an ugly area, but it's also close to theaters, art museums, etc... so it's also a lively area. I aslo prefer CS because its a smaller accommodation where everyone knows everyone and due to their size and location they party a lot . Bankside is much bigger, so it's not very personal. I've chosen: 1) CS 2) Rosebery (seeing these two tend to be the more sociable and funner accommodations) 3) High Holborn (it's in a great area, near covent garden, and really close to lse).

hope this helps

Hey

Received my offer for Government yesterday, really really excited hehe!

Anyone else on here for the BSc Govt course?

WELL DONE EVERYONE!!

Guys, do we have to apply to 3 intercollegiate halls aswell, or can we get away with just 3 LSE halls. Thanks.

You have to choose 3 intercollegiate halls as well, but you put in that you'd prefer an LSE hall. I really hope I don't get put in an intercollegiate hall though. :/