About us
With over 300 annual members, the German Society is one of the largest and most active student societies on campus — and among the biggest German student societies worldwide. We promote interest in German culture, politics, business, and language through a diverse program of events.
Our flagship German Symposium, now in its 26th year, has become a landmark event at LSE, attracting international recognition and world leaders such as former Chancellor Dr. Angela Merkel, European Commission President Dr. Ursula von der Leyen, former French President Valéry Giscard d’Estaing, and former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair. Under the theme “Charting Changes”, the next Symposium, dated 1 to 5 February 2027, will address today’s geopolitical and economic challenges — rethinking future strategies and exploring how political and economic rulebooks must evolve for a stronger, collective future.
Throughout the year, we host career events ranging from workshops to networking dinners with our sponsors and partners. A highlight is the annual German Career Dinner, where students connect directly with representatives from top firms in finance, consulting, and industry over outstanding food.
Beyond the Symposium and our career initiatives, we offer social highlights such as our monthly Stammtisch, the annual Oktoberfest, our Karneval party, beer pong tournaments, and many more — often in collaboration with other LSE societies and German student societies across the UK. The German Society is a place for debate and dialogue, unforgettable socials, and building true friendships that make your time at LSE truly special.
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Membership
With your membership, you’ll enjoy a wide range of exclusive benefits:
Free early-bird tickets to the German Symposium, plus priority access to intimate coffee chats with our distinguished speakers.
Up to 30% discounts on tickets for society parties and events, such as Oktoberfest and the Symposium Afterparty.
Insider updates on social, cultural, and academic events hosted by the society and our partners.
The chance to apply for officer and head positions, thereby joining the organising committee to actively shape the future of the society.
Events and Activities
- (Monthly) Stammtisch
- LSE German Symposium 2027 - Charting Changes
- Oktoberfest & Karneval
- Summer Party
- Workshops and recruiting events with our sponsors BCG, Bain & Company, Morgan Stanley, UBS, Cinven, PwC, BU Bregal Unternehmerkapital, and many more
- LSE German Career Dinner 2027
- ...and much more
Contact Us
The committee is excited to get to know new and potential members. You can message us anytime on Instagram or via email with your questions!