Dr. Tom Raster

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tom Raster is an Assistant Professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science in the Department of Economic History. His research lies at the intersection of economic history, spatial economics, trade, and labour economics, with a particular focus on Eastern Europe. His research agenda investigates the determinants of new trade connections and entrepreneurship. Moreover, he explores the causes and consequences of forced labor, especially serfdom. He holds a PhD and MA from the Paris School of Economics in France.

Research Interests

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
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