The London Interdisciplinary School

New universities aren’t built every day — and for good reason: the process isn’t a piece of cake… But we weren’t fazed. 

In 2018, we brought together a group of academics, entrepreneurs and investors to think deeply about what it would take to create a new kind of institution. 

LIS was born just two years later, becoming the first UK university since the 1960s to receive Degree Awarding Powers.

LIS is built on a core belief: the 21st century leader requires a broad set of interdisciplinary approaches and methods to tackle the world’s most complex problems.

The modern leader needs a new kind of knowledge. Yet too many institutions teach outdated frameworks and oversimplify context. A modern leader embraces complexity. They understand the systemic nature of business. They reject the specialist / generalist dichotomy and develop interactional expertise. 

Leaders in the modern world need a richer intellectual hinterland than ever before. Organisations that succeed will be those with fewest blind spots and the best ideas. This points to leaders with range, who can take multiple perspectives.

At LIS, we are dedicated to supporting and developing our students by providing the tools and opportunities they need to enhance their employability. These services include internships, dedicated 1:1 careers support, access to a range of workshops, as well as opportunities to interact with employers and outside organisations through guest talks, site visits and networking events.