Anyone know something about LSE environmental economics

[linda_song]

I am admitted by LSE MSc Environmental Economics and Climate Change, however, I do not know whether LSE is strong or weak in this field. Anyone know any information? Thanks a lot!

[prettycure]

Would you know Christiana Figueres?

Would you know NIck Stern?

In the field of environmental economics and policy, LSE must be the world's best institution.

Congratulations on your acceptance onto the programme and please save the world!

[greendiplomat]

Would you know Christiana Figueres?

Would you know NIck Stern?

In the field of environmental economics and policy, LSE must be the world's best institution.

Congratulations on your acceptance onto the programme and please save the world!

I'm also interested in this topic... I got into a few econ-heavy policy programs with strong international environmental policy tracks, but I'm currently weighing the merits of turning down my offer and reapplying to environmental economics masters programs with an international focus (e.g. LSE) and international economics masters programs with the option of environmental econ courses (e.g. Yale IDE).

To follow up on the original post, does anybody know how rigorous this particular master's program is? While LSE is obviously world-reknown for its environmental economics, this particular program, in its first year, is run by the Geography & Environment department. Judging from what people can tell from the program page, does this look like a viable stepping stone for "econ-ish" PhD programs (environmental/public policy, ARE, etc.)?

Also, Linda (assuming that's your actual name!) -- mind sharing your stats/background? I want to get a sense of whether I have a shot before turning down my current offer and reapplying to places. PM if you'd prefer.

Edited April 18, 2011 by greendiplomat