Dr. Rune Larsen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rune Wriedt Larsen is a Fellow specializing in Political Science at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). His research investigates the causes of civil wars, the varieties of civil war onsets, and the nascent mobilization of armed organizations. Prior to his academic career, Rune worked as a foreign correspondent for Danish media in London and Southeast Asia. His work leverages qualitative methods to explore themes of civil war and insurgency within the complex political landscapes of Southeast Asia.

Research Interests

Courses

GV4N2: Introduction to Comparative Politics GV4N3: Politics and Globalization PP478E: Political Science and Public Policy

Requirements for London School of Economics and Political Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard English requirement applies to most programs in Geography, Anthropology, Sociology, and Media.