The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is a world-leading centre for research and postgraduate education in public and global health.
- #129 Ranking
- 6 Courses
- 3,500 Academic Staff
- 5,500 Students
- Public Institution Type
Top reasons to study here
- Directly contribute to leading research through your studies & receive expert teaching from world-class tutors.
- Experience a dynamic, international learning environment with like-minded global changemakers.
- Flexibility and choice - choose to study in London or online.
Short Courses
Medicine & Health (6)
- Short Course Global Eye Health
- Short Course Introduction to Outbreaks Analytics using R
- Short Course Introduction to Spatial Analysis in R
- Short Course Modern Techniques in Modelling
- Certificate Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacovigilance
Computer Science & IT (3)
- Short Course Introduction to Outbreaks Analytics using R
- Short Course Introduction to Spatial Analysis in R
Education & Training (1)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
- Certificate Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacovigilance
About
History
LSHTM is a world-leading centre for research in public and global health Founded in 1899 at the London Docks, LSHTM is now based in Bloomsbury, the heart of academic London. Today, our staff, students and alumni work to improve health worldwide in a wide variety of industries: government, academia, international agencies, and health services.
Education
LSHTM has a unique range and depth of expertise integrating laboratory, clinical, population and social sciences. LSHTM is highly rated for impact and our research contributes to health policy and practice in the UK and around the world.
We are ranked:
• #3 in the world for Public Health in ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2022
• #2 in the world for Public, Environmental and Occupational Health and #4 for Infectious Diseases by US News Best Global Universities Ranking 2022
Examples of projects have included:
• Drones and phones: how mobile tech is fighting global diseases.
• Where humans and animals collide: Emerging infections and newfound resistance.
Research
LSHTM is ranked #1 in the world for the proportion of research papers that are open access by CWTS Leiden Ranking 2022 and awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education in 2021 for world-leading work on COVID-19 and pandemic preparedness.
At LSHTM, we have 1,300+ staff working in more than 100 countries.
We have a unique range and depth of expertise integrating laboratory, clinical, population and social sciences. LSHTM is highly rated for impact and our research contributes to health policy and practice in the UK and around the world.
Career
Study opportunities allow students to develop careers responding to global health challenges, and LSHTM has more than 30,000 alumni working across the globe in government, academia, international agencies and health services.
Students can benefit from assistance from our careers consultants, who can help with a wide range of career-related queries, including CVs, applications, cover letter checks, interviews, career choice and job hunting advice. The careers services hosts talks and events throughout the year to enable students to feel confident in making the next steps in their career.
University Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
129 1
2022
130 -16
2021
114
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
151 50
2021
201
2020
201
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
We have a range of Student Support Services available to help you make the most of your experience with LSHTM. These include a careers service, counselling for students who might experience anxiety or stress and other mental health issues, disability support, visas & immigration support, accommodation advice, and the Student Hub which provides registry services.
Housing services
Students have the option of:
• Private accommodation
• Halls of residence (private halls, cheaper charity-run halls, University of London intercollegiate halls)
• Short term accommodation.
Staff are on hand to advise about any of the options to help you find the type of accommodation that suits you best.
Library services
The Library & Archives Service provides access to a huge range of books, journals and electronic resources, as well as advice and training for students and staff. There are also plenty of study spaces available within the Library and across LSHTM, and students also have access to study spaces across the University of London.
ICT services
The Wireless service eduroam is available to students & staff, and there are computer rooms available for use by students throughout LSHTM.
Medical services
Students can register with a local GP surgery when they arrive, usually during Welcome Week. Information on the UK National Health System (NHS) can be found on the website of the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA).
Student Life
Campus life
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is located in Bloomsbury, an area with a rich academic, medical and literary history and which is characterised by beautiful Georgian buildings and garden squares. We are situated close to partner institutions of the University of London as well as the world-famous British Museum, and a short walk from Oxford Street, Soho and Covent Garden.
London truly is a global city, and has previously been voted the world’s best student city. Its cultural wealth and diversity are reflected in its theatre, music, art and cuisine. There are more international students here than in any other city in the world; your experience in London will be unrivalled in opportunities.
Sports facilities
The University of London Union (ULU) is situated a minute’s walk from LSHTM and offers a range of services to students, including refectories, bars, travel agent, shop as well as a gym, swimming pool and other sporting facilities. As a full-time student, you will also be eligible for discounts on travel, cinema and theatre tickets, and in some shops.
Accreditation
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine was awarded the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) 'University of the Year' award for 2016.
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