Study & Intern in London

How are digitalization and AI reshaping work, industries, and economic life? This course explores these questions through the lens of London’s dynamic economy. The course begins by examining competing economic theories about the impact of technological change at the macro level. Will advances in productivity generate new demand, industries, and employment opportunities, or are we moving towards a future with fewer jobs and greater inequality?

The second half of the course focuses on the workplace and the transformation of jobs across key London industries. Students will engage directly with industry professionals in media, law and finance to explore how AI is transforming business models, skills, and everyday work practices. The course also includes a site visit to an Amazon fulfillment center, offering first-hand insight into the digital transformation of logistics and supply chains. Guest speakers from an international trade union federation will provide perspectives on workers’ rights, labor relations, and the challenges and opportunities created by technological change.

Combining economic theory with real-world case studies and practitioner insights, the course equips students with the tools to critically assess the economic implications of digitalization and AI in contemporary workplaces.

This literature course will examine a perceived "artistic" perspective that dominated art and architecture in late 19th century England before becoming discredited and abandoned in the perceived debauchery of the "naughty 90s".

This course aims to develop visual literacy and awareness of the cultural context in which museums and galleries are presented to the public. The course introduces you to the rich museum culture of London and to public art outside the gallery. Through lectures, seminars, and visits, we will explore history, art, the rhetoric of display, and how/if the state has used these to develop a sense of national identity. The development of public museums is told through world-class institutions such as the British Museum, Sir John Soane’s Museum, the Victoria & Albert Museum and other institutions. These demonstrate the evolution of way in which objects have been presented to the public. They also make clear that museum buildings are central to the process of presentation becoming objects of intense interest and inspiration.

This course examines the development of London from c.1800 to the present, using the city as a lens through which to investigate wider questions about urban life and modernity. Adopting an interdisciplinary approach, it draws on social and cultural history, geography, art history, and sociology, situating London within the broader field of urban studies.

The course is structured around three interrelated themes: modernity and the city; landscapes of power and inequality; and culture, identity, and urban space.

This course examines the ongoing evolution of the music industry at local, national, and international levels, with a focus on the intercultural and social influence of music, the changing perspective of music consumers, and the role of artists and producers. You will learn about varying debates and models within the music industry, the interaction of music with other media, and the intersection of traditional music forms with new technologies, such as social media and online audio streaming. Utilizing London as a field site for study, this course will encourage you to engage with a range of music performances and events throughout the city. The course is taught using a dynamic mix of lectures, case study discussions, student presentations, live music performance, a visit to see a music performance, and a field trip to a local music exhibition or museum in London.

The course provides a comprehensive examination of the processes of European integration and offers a critical analysis of EU policies in their broader historical, political, and economic contexts. This analysis is undertaken considering the peculiar and often problematic relationship between Britain and European integration, which culminated in the country’s decision in June 2016 to leave the EU altogether. Given this momentous referendum result, which will shape the UK for decades to come, the course aims to analyze in explicit terms the costs and benefits of ‘Brexit’.

Despite its reputation for bland or unremarkable cuisine, the United Kingdom has a rich and diverse food culture. From regional specialties to dishes shaped by centuries of colonialism, global trade, and immigration, British food tells a far more complex story than stereotypes suggest. Today, renewed interest in local ingredients, slow food, and sustainable practices is prompting deeper reflection on the politics of food and the ways we eat. What ends up on the plate is shaped by taste, history, identity, and power.

In this course you will gain an understanding of the issues and processes involved in developing an international marketing and branding strategy and plan, as well as the execution of marketing operations on an international scale.

The course follows a mix of lecture presentations, individual research-based research work, group discussions, case studies, questions and answer sessions, video tutorials, student presentations, and paired exercises.

Course content and practical assignments focus on real-world problems such as identifying and evaluating opportunities in international markets, developing and adapting marketing tactics in relation to multiple, specific national market needs and constraints, and coordinating marketing and branding strategies in global markets. Guest lectures by local business professionals and company visits provide first-hand context and experience for the issues explored in the course.

This course introduces you to the study of international political economy (IPE). It examines how economic activity is organized across borders and how power, politics, and markets shape the contemporary world economy.

The course surveys the evolution of the international economic system since the Second World War, with particular attention to contemporary developments and debates. You will analyze both international and domestic explanations for these changes. Throughout the module, you will evaluate competing theoretical approaches and apply them to a range of historical and contemporary issues. Combining conceptual, historical, and empirical analysis, the course equips you with the analytical tools needed to understand major transformations and tensions within the global economy.

This course provides an introduction to international financial markets and institutions, combining financial theory with practical applications and contemporary developments in global finance. Topics include foreign exchange, money, bond, equity and derivatives markets, central banking and monetary policy, international investment, and financial risk management. Particular emphasis is placed on the interaction between financial markets, central banks, geopolitical developments, financial institutions, and market participants. You will explore how economic news, policy decisions, market expectations, and trading and investment psychology influence international financial markets. The course combines lectures, financial market analysis, calculations, case studies, group presentations, and experiential learning. You will undertake a simulated investment exercise using Interactive Brokers (IBKR) paper trading and develop your analytical, reflective, and professional writing skills through research, feedback, and revision.

This course explores the world of work in the United Kingdom and how you respond to the challenges that you can expect to encounter while interning in London. You can find more information on internship placements on the Internships tab.