Unlocking the doors to global health leadership, the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) proudly presents the LSHTM Fund Scholarships for the academic year 2024-2025. Generously provided by donors to the LSHTM Fund, these scholarships are designed to empower outstanding individuals from low to middle-income countries who aspire to make a lasting impact on public and global health.

The program is open for students from low to middle-income countries who want to enroll in a one-year, full-time, London-based MSc program at LSHTM. This scholarship opportunity is ideal for those eager to accelerate their career in global health and contribute significantly to public and global health initiatives in their home countries.

Renowned globally for its commitment to advancing public health and tropical medicine, the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) stands as a distinguished institution at the forefront of research, education, and practical solutions. Established in 1899, LSHTM has consistently been a trailblazer in addressing critical health challenges around the world. Located in the heart of London, the school attracts a diverse and vibrant community of students and researchers dedicated to making a positive impact on global health.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM)
• Department: NA
• Course Level: Master’s (MSc)
• Award: Tuition fees for the 2024-25 academic year at the overseas fee rate, including mandatory field trip fees. A tax-free stipend (living allowance) of GBP 19,500.00.
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: Two
• Nationality: Open to nationals and residents of low to middle-income countries (as defined by the World Bank).
• The award can be taken in the UK

Who is Eligible?

The LSHTM Fund Scholarships are open to nationals and residents of low to middle-income countries, as defined by the World Bank. To be eligible, applicants must:

• Have the intention to return to a low to middle-income country upon completing the MSc program at LSHTM.
• Confirm in writing their financial inability to pay for the proposed program of study.
• Meet LSHTM’s minimum English language requirements.
• Possess a first or upper second-class honours undergraduate degree from a UK university or an equivalent overseas qualification.
• Hold an offer of admission for the 2024-25 academic year in one of LSHTM’s London-based MSc programs.

How to Apply?

The application process involves two crucial steps:

Step 1

• Submit an application for 2024-25 for a London-based MSc programme of study, as per instructions under the ‘How to Apply’ tab on the relevant programme of study page.

Step 2

• In your application to study you should select the scholarships you are applying for in the ‘FUNDING DETAILS’ part of the application form. If you do not select the LSHTM Fund Scholarship on your application, you will not be considered for this funding.
• Attach a Scholarships Application Formto your application to study completed in Step 1. A completed Scholarships Application Form must be uploaded as part of this application. This is the only scholarships attachment required (as applicants should have already submitted references; transcripts; a CV etc as part of their application for study).

Benefits

The LSHTM Fund Scholarship for 2024-25 includes:

• Tuition fees (at the overseas fee rate), including any mandatory field trip fees.
• A tax-free stipend (living allowance) of GBP 19,500.00.
• These benefits aim to alleviate financial barriers and provide a conducive environment for scholars to excel in their global health studies.

Application Deadline

The deadline for scholarship applications is 23:59 (GMT) on Monday, 4th March 2024. Applicants are encouraged to complete Step 1 well in advance, allowing ample time for the processing of the GBP 50.00 LSHTM admissions application fee. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

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