LSE Navigate

Events and opportunities to unlock your future success.

Everyone’s journey to LSE is different. That is why we are proud to introduce LSE Navigate, a dedicated support network for undergraduate students who receive a contextual offer, or who are care-experienced. LSE Navigate is designed to do exactly what it says in the name, helping you to navigate your way through the range of academic, personal and professional development opportunities on offer and encourage you to make your mark on LSE's global community.

As a Navigate member, you will gain access to: 

  • Exclusive events to ease your transition into university life
  • Opportunities to network with fellow students and alumni to build your community 
  • Top tips, advice and mentorship from older students to enable you to thrive 
  • Dedicated support from the LSE Navigate team throughout your time at LSE and beyond

Have questions? Reach out to us at [email protected] - we are here to support you before you arrive and throughout your time at LSE.

Pre-arrival transition events for 2025 entry

To support with your transition to LSE, we are offering two free pre-arrival events: 

Thursday 28 August - LSE Navigate Online Stream: Preparing for Life at LSE

A virtual introduction covering everything you need to know before you join LSE. Featuring a live Q&A with current students and an introduction to Frances, your main contact as LSE's Student Lifecycle Programme Officer.

Wednesday 3 September - LSE Navigate Campus Visit: Finding Your Feet at LSE 

A chance to familiarise yourself with your new surroundings, prepare for university-level study with our friends in LSE100 and connect with key services, staff and each other to ensure you get off to a flying start!

Save the dates above - further information including registration details will be shared shortly after A Level results day.

Programme duration

You’ll have access to LSE Navigate benefits from the moment you receive an offer from LSE.   

If you’re successfully accepted and your place is confirmed, we’ll send you an official invite to join the LSE Navigate network after A-level Results Day. LSE Navigate continues throughout your time at LSE, with support from LSE Careers extending up until two years after graduation or until you secure your first graduate-level job.  

Costs and additional financial support

All LSE Navigate events are free.   

Being part of LSE Navigate also gives you access to LSESU’s Kickstart Scheme, so you can get free access to Students’ Union sports clubs, societies, gym membership and events.  

If there are other activities or opportunities at LSE you would like to take part in but money would be a barrier to your participation, talk to the LSE Navigate team and they may be able to find funding support available.  

Frequently asked questions

If you can’t find an answer to your question below, feel free to email [email protected] and one of the team will get back to you.  

Why have I been invited to take part in LSE Navigate?  

We invite everyone who receives a contextual offer and confirms their place to study at LSE to take part in LSE Navigate. We also invite care-experienced students who come from the UK, including those who did not get a contextual offer.  

Is it compulsory to take part?  

No, it’s not compulsory but we hope you will want to take part! We’ve designed the information, support and activities as part of LSE Navigate to help you make the most of your time at LSE, but you can opt out at any time. You can also choose only to attend events and opportunities that interest you the most.  If you want to stop receiving emails about LSE Navigate, email [email protected] from the email address you would like to unsubscribe and we will remove you from our mailing list.  

How can I tell if I received a contextual offer?  

You can find out the standard and contextual offer grades on each programme page and more information about contextual admissions and offers at LSE.  

Who knows if I received a contextual offer?  

Only LSE and LSESU staff members (this may include current students) who are directly involved in supporting your academic journey, such as your academic mentor, will be informed. This information is not shared with other students.

Am I required to go to every event?  

We hope you’ll be able to attend as many events as possible, to make use of all the opportunities on offer. We’re aiming to design a programme that is useful and accessible to everyone who is part of LSE Navigate – if you have a request, idea or suggestion please let us know via email [email protected].  Everyone’s timetable and other commitments are different so we know you might not be able to attend everything, but we’ll try to run events at a variety of times across the year.  

Who is eligible to take part?  

LSE Navigate is open to undergraduate students from the UK who received a contextual offer, or who have told us they are a care-experienced student. You will receive a specific email inviting you to join LSE Navigate after your place is confirmed on A-level Results Day. If you’re not sure why you have been invited to join, you can email [email protected] to check.  

What does a contextual offer mean?  

LSE uses contextual offers to recognise that everyone’s educational journey and experience is different, and that A-level grades alone might not recognise true achievement and future potential. We want to build a diverse, global academic community of talented students, no matter their background. Contextual admissions and offers allow us to use additional information about your personal circumstances and background when considering applications from UK applicants eligible for Home fee status. A contextual offer will be one or two grades lower than the standard offer for the programme (usually not including any Maths grade requirements). Your contextual offer represents LSE’s belief in your future potential if you join our student community.  

Am I guaranteed to get into LSE?  

You still need to meet the grades and conditions in your offer to secure your place at LSE. Find out more information about contextual admissions and offers at LSE.  

 

Need help or have more questions?

Email [email protected] , we're happy to help.

Useful resources

  •  LSE Offer Holders: Find out what you need to do now to meet any conditions and prepare for your arrival on campus.
  • Financial Support: Discover LSE’s generous financial support to its undergraduate students.
  • Accommodation: All you need to know about accommodation at LSE.
  • Student Life: Discover our campus facilities and services to make sure you make the most of your time here, whilst exploring what London has to offer.
  • Student Wellbeing Service: Find out more about the teams, services, and support here to help you as a person.
  • LSESU: LSE’s Students Union (LSESU) aims to help you make the most out of your university experience through clubs, societies, and campaigns.
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