Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What’s the main content of LSDM’s BA in Marketing?

LSDM’s BA in Marketing is aimed at anyone who wishes to acquire new skills and knowledge in Marketing, promotional management, marketing solutions and propositions. The strategic and creative thinking process of our courses take the leading edge in marketing management, providing LSDM's students with the knowledge and understanding of marketing practices in corporate contexts. Its highly practical component creates a framework to analyse management strategies and marketing processes. During the Course you will have the opportunity to learn about Marketing Principles, Consumer Behaviour, Product Management, Economics and International Business, Sales Management, Communication Management and others.

I don't have training or experience in Marketing. Can I apply?

Yes, as long as you have completed Secondary Education in your country of origin. Despite not having training or experience in Marketing, LSDM is able to provide you a training of excellence in this area.

What's the length of a BA in Marketing?

LSDM’s BA in Marketing has a length of 27 months (approximately 3 years). Each academic year corresponds to a "stage" and the BA in Marketing is composed of 3 stages. Each stage consists of 2 terms of 16 weeks each.

How many curricular units has a BA in Marketing?

In total, the course has 26 curricular units, 3 at a time.

Do I have to be online at a specific time or day?

No. The units’ content is asynchronous and available on a weekly basis, which is why you can access the Online Campus (learning platform) whenever and wherever you want. The contents are available until the end of the course. However, there might be assessment moments that require a project’s discussion or examination and, specifically in such cases, the date is scheduled and communicated in advance.

How do you complete an assessment from a distance?

The type of assessment depends on the curricular unit. However, the assessment is always carried out or submitted in the last week of the unit. There are units that require papers, projects, or case studies. Others may also require taking a test. LSDM uses technologies that allow students to securely take online tests.

What happens if I fail at one or more curricular units?

You’ll have the chance to take those again by the end of the academic year, in a period we call “Resit”. However, you must have completed over 50% of your credits successfully, to be eligible for the assessment during the “Resit” period. Otherwise, you’ll have to enrol in a new academic year. A “Resit” consists of a second chance, given to students who weren’t able to complete the units in the regular period. Depending on the curricular unit, the assessment "Resit" period may be taken in the form of an exam or a final paper/project that includes all the contents of the curricular unit.

Is there a vacation period?

LSDM's course breaks occur when there's a change of term and stage (academic year). The period between terms is two weeks and the period between stages is five weeks. The school calendar is available to students at the beginning of the course.

If I successfully complete the BA Marketing can I go on to do a Masters in Marketing?

Yes. LSDM’s BA in Marketing is valid to proceed to a Master’s degree. However, we recommend that you check the entry requirements of the educational institution you are applying to.

Does LSDM's BA in Marketing award a degree?

Yes. The completion of our course grants a Degree awarded by the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in partnership with LSDM. The degree corresponds to Level 6 of the "National Qualifications Frameworks" of England. At the end of the course, you will be able to take part in the Graduation Ceremony held in London with students from the University of the Creative Arts. If you are unable to attend, the degree will be sent by mail to the address you provided.

What’s the main content of LSDM's BA in Design?

LSDM’s BA in Design is for those who wish to acquire new skills and knowledge in Design. Our course has a very practical component so that the academic disciplines you study are aligned with professional specialisations in global markets. During the course, you will have the opportunity to learn about Visual Culture, Observation Drawing, Product Design, Multimedia Methods, 2D and 3D Design.

I don't have training or experience in Design. Can I apply?

Yes, as long as you have completed Secondary Education in your country of origin. Despite not having training or experience in Design, LSDM is able to provide you a training of excellence in this area. However, you should reveal your appetite for the creative areas through a Design Portfolio. The Design Portfolio is one of the mandatory documents at the moment of your application.

What's the Design Portfolio? The Design Portfolio must be sent to LSDM with your application. It can be delivered in several formats: PDF; Website; PowerPoint; Video; Word. The goal is to reveal your appetite for the creative areas, therefore we recommend that while you're developing your Design Portfolio, identify an area you enjoy and might develop during the course. There are several areas you can think about: photography, drawing, graphic design, product design, video, among others.

What's the length of a BA in Design?

LSDM’s BA in Design has a length of 27 months (approximately 3 years). Each academic year corresponds to a "stage" and the BA in Design is composed of 3 stages. Each stage (years) consists of 2 terms of 16 weeks each.

How many curricular units does a BA in Design have?

In total, the course has 26 curricular units, 3 at a time.

Do I have to be online at a specific time or day?

No. The units’ content is asynchronous and available on a weekly basis, which is why you can access the Online Campus (learning platform) whenever and wherever you want. The contents are available until the end of the course. However, there might be assessment moments that require a project’s discussion or examination and, specifically in such cases, the date is scheduled and communicated in advance.

Do I have to buy any kind of software before I join the Course?

No. There are tools, applications and software available for free, or free to use for academic purposes, which is sufficient for each curricular unit. However, LSDM does recommend the purchase of Adobe Creative Cloud, an Adobe package that includes access to multiple applications. With a student’s proof of registration, you can acquire a student's license at a very affordable price. For more information visit: https://www.adobe.com

How do you do assessments, from a distance?

The type of assessment depends on the curricular unit. However, the assessment is always carried out or submitted in the last week of the unit. There are units that require papers, projects, or case studies. Others may also require taking a test. LSDM uses technologies that allow students to take tests securely online.

What happens if I fail at one or more curricular units?

You’ll have the chance to take those again by the end of the academic year, in a period we call a “Resit”. However, you must have completed over 50% of your credits successfully, to be eligible for the assessment during the “Resit” period. Otherwise, you’ll have to enrol in a new academic year. A “Resit” consists of a second chance, given to students who couldn’t conclude the units in the regular period. Depending on the curricular unit, the assessment "Resit" period may be taken in the form of an exam or a final paper/project that includes all the contents of the curricular unit.

Is there a vacation period?

LSDM's course breaks occur when there's a change of term and stage (academic year). The period between terms is two weeks and the period between stages is five weeks. The school calendar is available to students at the beginning of the course.

Is LSDM's BA in Design valid to proceed to a Master’s?

Yes. LSDM's BA in Design is valid to proceed to a Master's degree. However, we recommend that you check the necessary entry requirements with the educational institution you are applying to.

Does LSDM's BA in Design award a degree?

Yes. The completion of our course grants a degree awarded by the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in partnership with the LSDM. The degree corresponds to Level 6 of the "National Qualifications Frameworks" of England. At the end of the course, you will be able to take part in the Graduation Ceremony held in London with students from the University of the Creative Arts. If you are unable to attend, your Degree will be sent by mail to the address you provided.

What's the main content of LSDM's MA in Marketing?

The MA in Marketing is focused on developing new skills that improve the understanding and implementation of effective and innovative marketing strategies, in order to recognise an increasingly demanding and competitive market. The course has been created to encourage students to develop critical and theoretical skills, through a diversity of assessment methods, which include academic and practical components, such as authentic case studies and applied projects. During the Master’s, you will have the opportunity to study curricular units such as the Marketing Simulator, Strategic Marketing and Research Methods.

I don't have training or experience in Marketing. Can I apply?

Yes, as long as the field of study of your degree is related to marketing, for example: management, economics, sociology, psychology, communication, international relations, public relations, advertising, commerce, among others.

What's the length of an MA in Marketing?

LSDM’s MA in Marketing is composed of one “stage” (an academic year) and has a length of 12 months (approximately). Each stage consists of 3 terms of 16 weeks each.

How many curricular units does the MA in Marketing have?

In total, the course has 6 curricular units, 3 at a time.

Do I have to be online at a specific time or day?

No. The units’ content is asynchronous and available on a weekly basis, which is why you can access the Online Campus (learning platform) whenever and wherever you want. The contents are available until the end of the course. However, there might be assessment moments that require a project’s discussion or examination and, specifically in such cases, the date is scheduled and communicated in advance.

How do you do assessments, from a distance?

The type of assessment depends on the curricular unit. However, the assessment is always carried out or submitted in the last week of the unit. There are units that require papers, projects, or case studies. Others may also require taking a test. LSDM uses technologies that allow students to take tests securely online. Examination dates are scheduled and communicated in advance.

Will I have to do a Dissertation for the MA in Marketing?

No. The MA in Marketing is a “Master of Arts” which means that it holds a component essentially practical. Therefore, the Dissertation is replaced by a Project Applied to Marketing that follows the general rules of a literature review and its methodology (this is a homogeneous structure typically used in research) but is characterised by being a smaller project with real applicability.

LSDM's Master's degree in Marketing is called “MA – Master of Arts”. What's the difference between “MA – Master of Arts” and “MSc – Master of Sciences”?

In England there are two types of master's degrees: the MA (Master of the Arts) and the MSc (Master of Sciences). Typically, the MA is 1 year long and is targeted towards the humanities, arts and social sciences.. The MSc has a length of 2 years and covers the areas of mathematics and engineering. The degree corresponds to Level 7 of the "National Qualifications Frameworks" of England.

Is the MA the equivalent to a postgraduate degree?

The MA is a master's degree with the same level of qualification as a MSc, which according to the National Qualifications Frameworks, corresponds to Level 7 in England.

What happens if I fail at one or more curricular units?

You’ll have the chance to take those again by the end of the academic year, in a period we call a “Resit” which consists of a second chance, given to students who weren’t able to complete the curricular units in the regular period. Depending on the curricular unit, the assessment "Resit" period may be taken in the form of an exam or a final paper/project that includes all the contents of the curricular unit. If you do not successfully complete any unit during this “Resit” period, you’ll have to enrol in a new academic year.

Is there a vacation period?

LSDM's course breaks occur when there's a change of term. You will have approximately two weeks break before you start the next term. The School calendar is available to students at the beginning of the course.

Is the LSDM's Master’s Degree in Marketing valid to proceed to a PhD?

Yes. LSDM’s MA in Marketing is valid to go on to study a PhD. However, we strongly recommend that you check the entry requirements with the educational institution where you wish to apply to.

Does LSDM’s MA in Marketing award a degree?

Yes. The completion of our course grants a degree awarded by the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in partnership with the LSDM. The degree corresponds to level 7 of the "National Qualifications Frameworks" of England. At the end of the course, you will be able to take part in the Graduation Ceremony held in London with the students from the University of the Creative Arts. If you are unable to attend in person then your degree will be sent via mail.

What’s the main content of LSDM's Master’s Degree in Design?

The MA in Design aims to improve your understanding of design and its relationships with companies and the professional industry. The course considers three main fields of practice: communication design, interactive design and product design. LSDM's students will adopt a reflexive, analytical and evaluative approach to design, achieving a greater understanding of the dynamic relationships between design, the industry and the commercial sector. During the Master’s, you will have the opportunity to work on curricular units such as Design Thinking, Design and Innovation, Advanced Design Communication, among others.

I don't have training or experience in Design. Can I apply?

In order to be eligible to apply you will need to have a degree in a related area. If you have a degree in another area but have design expertise stemming from professional experience or additional training courses, you will need to include them in your Design Portfolio., The Design Portfolio is one of the mandatory documents at the moment of your application.

What's the Design Portfolio?

The Design Portfolio must be sent to LSDM with your application. It can be delivered in several formats: PDF; Website; PowerPoint; Video; Word. The goal is to reveal your appetite for the creative areas, therefore we recommend that while you're developing your Design Portfolio, identify an area you enjoy and might develop during the course. There are several areas you can focus on : photography, drawing, graphic design, product design, video, among others. We recommend that each of the works presented in your Design Portfolio, comes with a brief description.

What's the length of a Master’s degree in Design?

LSDM’s MA in Design is composed of one stage (academic year) and has a length of 12 months (approximately). Each stage consists of 3 terms of 16 weeks each.

How many curricular units does a Master’s degree in Design have?

In total, the course has 6 curricular units, 3 at a time.

Do I have to be online at a specific time or day?

No. The units’ content is asynchronous and available on a weekly basis, which is why you can access the Online Campus (learning platform) whenever and wherever you want.   The contents are available until the end of the course. However, there might be assessment moments that require a project’s discussion or examination and, specifically in such cases, the date is scheduled and communicated in advance.

Do I have to buy any kind of software to attend a Master’s Degree in Design?

No. There are tools, applications and software for free or free to use for academic purposes, which are enough for the specificities of each curricular unit. However, LSDM recommends the purchase of Adobe Creative Cloud, an Adobe package that includes access to multiple applications. With evidence of your student registration, you can acquire a student's license at a very affordable price. For more information visit: https://www.adobe.com. It might be necessary to use other software for web design or 3D projects. However, it depends on your personal choices along the course.

How do you do the assessments, from a distance?

The type of assessment depends on the curricular unit. However, the assessment is always carried out or submitted in the last week of the unit. There are units that require papers, projects, or case studies. Others may also require taking a test. LSDM uses technologies that allow students to take tests securely online. Examination dates are communicated and scheduled in advance.

Will I have to do a Dissertation in the LSDM’s Master's Degree in Design?

No. The Master's degree in Design is a “Master of Arts” which means that it holds a component essentially practical. Therefore, the Dissertation is replaced by a Project Applied to Design that follows the general rules of a literature review and its methodology (this is a homogeneous structure typically used in research) but is characterised by being a smaller project with real applicability.

LSDM's Master's degree in Marketing is called “MA – Master of Arts”. What's the difference between “MA – Master of Arts” and “MSc – Master of Sciences”?

In England there are two types of master's degrees: the MA (Master of the Arts) and the MSc (Master of Sciences). Typically, the MA is 1 year long and is targeted towards the humanities, arts and social sciences.. The MSc has a length of 2 years and is targeted to the areas of mathematics and engineering. The degree corresponds to Level 7 of the "National Qualifications Frameworks" of England.

Is the MA the equivalent of a postgraduate degree?

The MA is a master's degree with the same level of qualification as a MSc which according to the National Qualifications Frameworks, corresponds to Level 7 in England.

What happens if I fail at one or more curricular units?

You’ll have the chance to take those again by the end of the academic year, in a period we call “Resit” which consists of a second chance, given to students who weren’t able to complete the curricular units in the regular period. Depending on the curricular unit, the assessment "Resit" period may be taken in the form of an exam or a final paper/project that includes all the contents of the curricular unit. If you do not successfully complete any unit during this “Resit” period, you’ll have to enrol in a new academic year.

Is there a vacation period?

LSDM's course breaks occur when there's a change of term. You will have approximately two weeks break before the start of the next term. The school calendar is available to students at the beginning of the course.

Is the LSDM's Master’s Degree in Design valid to proceed to a PhD?

Yes. LSDM’s MA in Design is valid to proceed to a PhD. However, we strongly recommend that you check with the educational institution where you wish to apply, the necessary requirements concerning the graduation diploma.

Does LSDM’s MA in Design award a degree?

Yes. The completion of our course grants a degree awarded by the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in partnership with LSDM. The degree corresponds to level 7 of the "National Qualifications Frameworks" of England. At the end of the course, you will be able to take part in the Graduation Ceremony in London with the students from the University of the Creative Arts. If you are unable to attend in person then your degree will be sent via mail.

Are LSDM's courses accredited?

Yes, LSDM's undergraduate and postgraduate courses are accredited by the University for the Creative Arts, considered to be one of the leading creative universities in the UK.. The syllabus from LSDM's curricular units was subject to the approval of the University for the Creative Arts, to ensure the quality and accuracy of the content provided in class. You can learn more about the partnership between LSDM and the University for the Creative Arts here: https://www.uca.ac.uk/about-us/partnerships/

Are LSDM's courses valid in my country?

LSDM's courses are valid and recognised in England, according to the “National Qualifications Frameworks”.If necessary, you can ask for its recognition in your country of origin.

How do I gain recognition for an LSDM course in my country?

Qualification or diploma recognition from other countries is possible through academic recognition. Academic recognition is a process by which a foreign academic qualification is compared to another in the country of origin, in relation to the level, duration and programme content of the course. The authorities that grant the recognition of qualifications and diplomas are different from country to country and they can be: universities, the ministry of education, the direction of higher education, among others. This request is always made by the student, so you should check which authority holds responsibility for the qualification and diploma recognition in your country of origin.

Is it mandatory to request recognition in my country?

No. Typically, the application for qualification or diploma recognition is only required in areas such as education or teaching. It's not a common practice for companies to require this kind of recognition for a job application or for a career promotion, for example.

What is the enrolment process?

The enrolment process is conducted entirely online through our website. You must go to the menu tab and click “Enrol now” in the top bar. Then, you should select the Type of Course (Bachelor’s Degree – BA or Master's degree – MA), the Course (Marketing or Design), the Language in which the course will be studied (English, Spanish, or English) and the start date. Then, you need to enter your personal information and upload the application documents. This information will enter directly into LSDM's system, and within a few days you will be contacted by an Academic Advisor from our school.

How do I know if I meet the requirements to be admitted on to one of LSDM's courses?

The information concerning admission requirements is available on our website, in the menu of each course. However, you can get in touch directly with LSDM via e-mail ([email protected]) or by phone (+44 20 3637 7060). We will be glad to help you with any questions or doubts.

Will the £ 180 registration fee be returned if I am not successful with my application?

This is an administrative fee, and is non refundable.. When a candidate applies/enrols on our website, an academic advisor will analyse and validate all documentationTherefore, we recommend that if you have any questions regarding the admissions process, you should contact our school via e-mail ([email protected]) or by phone (+44 20 3637 7060). We would be glad to run through the process and help you prepare your application to ensure that all requirements are met before paying the £ 165 registration fee.

What documents do I need in order to apply for a Bachelor’s Degree?

The documents required for enrolment and registration are: a copy of your ID or passport; your Curriculum Vitae and Secondary Education Certificate bearing the Hague Apostille or equivalent (and a Portfolio, in case you're applying for a Bachelor's in Design). If you are applying under a specific scheme, you may contact LSDM directly via e-mail ([email protected]) or by phone +44 (0)203 983 5918(. We will be glad to help you with any questions or doubts.

What documents do I need in order to apply for a Master's Degree?

The documents required for enrolment and registration are: a copy of your ID or passport; your Curriculum Vitae and Bachelor’s Degree Certificate bearing the Hague Apostille or equivalent (and a Portfolio, in case you're applying for a Master's in Design) If you are applying under a specific scheme, you can contact LSDM directly via e-mail ([email protected]) or by phone () +44 (0)203 983 5918. We will be glad to help you with any questions or doubts.

What's the Hague Apostille and why is it required in the certificate?

The Hague Convention (1961) is an International Treaty that aims to ease the authentication process of documents, so they can be easily recognised with participating member countries. The Apostille seal ensures the authenticity of public documents issued in any participating country that is part of the Hague Convention. LSDM needs the Hague Apostille in certificates of educational attainment (secondary education for undergraduate applicants or a bachelor’s degree certificate for master's applicants) to ensure these are valid in their countries of origin.

Where can I get the Hague Apostille and how long does it take?

It depends on your location and country of origin. You should check with the authorities in your country of origin. In some countries, you can obtain the Hague Apostille in consular services, public ministry (Portugal), national council of justice (Brazil), ministry of foreign affairs, embassies or notaries.

My country was not covered by the Hague Convention, how should I proceed?

If your country of origin is not undery the Hague Convention, you can validate your qualifications by an equivalent validation authority in that country.. You can findmore information here: https://www.naric.org.uk

Do I need to send my documentation to London?

Yes. At the application stage you will be required to send scanned, certified copies of your documents. Once you're admitted, you will have up to 40 days to send your documentation by mail to LSDM’s headquarters in London.

Do I have to send the original qualification certificate by mail? Will the LSDM return the certificate?

You are advised not to send your original certificate as this could become lost and we cannot take responsibility for this. You can send us a certified copy by the legal authorities in your country of origin with the respective Hague Apostille or equivalent.

How much does a Bachelor and Master degree cost?

Bachelor degree has a total cost of £10.350 Master degree has a total cost of £5.750

Can I pay for the course in monthly, quarterly or semester instalments?

No. Only annual payments are accepted for Bachelor’s and Master's degrees, which means that before the beginning of each stage (academic year) you must pay the annual fee for that year. This means that in LSDM's Bachelor’s Degrees, 3 payments must be made (corresponding to each year).

What payment methods are available at LSDM?

Payments can be made via credit card or paypal.

Does LSDM grant scholarships?

No, at the moment LSDM does not grant scholarships.

Does LSDM have agreements with banking institutions for funding courses?

No, at the moment LSDM does not have any agreements with banking institutions for funding courses.

Are there courses in English, Spanish and Portuguese?

Yes. Regardless of the language you choose to attend the course, you will have access to content in all three languages for free.However you will need to submit your assignments in the language that you were enrolled in when you were accepted on the course.

Are the contents available in the 3 languages?

Yes, all contents are available in 3 languages as well as LSDM's video subtitles. There may be videos, or complementary scientific articles presented in English, but currently there are free tools for automatic translation.

Do I need to take an exam to attend the course in English?

If English is your native language, you do not need to take any exams. If English is not your native language, but you wish to attend the course in English, you must provide the IELTS Certificate with a grade equal to, or higher than 6. We also accept other recognised English language certificates, Please contact our school via e-mail ([email protected]) or by phone +44 (0)203 983 5918.

Do I need to take an exam to attend the course in Spanish?

If Spanish is your native language, you do not need to take any exams. If Spanish is not your native language, but you wish to attend the course in Spanish, you must provide the Cervantes Certificate (DELE) with the applicable grade for entry to BA/MA Higher Education programmes. Contact our school via e-mail ([email protected]) or by phone () +44 (0)203 983 5918 to learn about other accepted qualifications.

Do I need to take an exam to attend the course in Portuguese?

If Portuguese is your native language, you do not need to take any exams. If Portuguese is not your native language, but you wish to attend the course in Portuguese, you must provide the Camões Certificate (PLE of CAPLE) with the applicable grade for entry to BA/MA Higher Education programmes, Please contact our school via e-mail ([email protected]) or by phone ( +44 0203 983 5918) to learn about other accepted qualifications.