London School of Hygiene GSK Scholarships are offered to support the training and development of the next generation of leaders in global health, and strengthen the capacity of health systems and health-related research in Africa.
These highly competitive scholarships are available to applicants intending to study on a one-year, full-time, London-based (face-to-face) MSc programme at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM).
Facts About London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM)
- Global Leader: LSHTM is a world-leading institution in public health and tropical medicine, ranked 3rd in the world for public health (Shanghai Ranking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2022).
- History: Founded in 1899, LSHTM has a rich history of pioneering research and education in global health.
- Diverse Community: Students from over 150 countries, with a vibrant student body and alumni network.
- Research Excellence: LSHTM is a research-driven institution, with 95% of research considered world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2014).
- Global Impact: LSHTM’s work has a direct impact on global health policy and practice, with research informing health decisions worldwide.
- Collaborations: Strong partnerships with governments, health organizations, and industry leaders to address global health challenges.
- Innovative Teaching: LSHTM offers innovative, research-led teaching, with a focus on practical application and real-world impact.
- Alumni Network: Join a network of over 20,000 alumni, including leaders in global health, government, and industry.
- Location: Based in Bloomsbury, London, with access to world-class resources and networking opportunities.
- Commitment to Equality: LSHTM is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of its work.
Details For 2025 London School of Hygiene GSK Scholarship
The GSK scholarship is open to applicants for any of the non-distance learning intensive Masters programmes offered by LSHTM (excluding our joint programmes: MSc Global Mental Health; MSc Health Policy, Planning & Financing; MSc One Health; MSc Veterinary Epidemiology).
Both the application to study and the scholarship application must be complete by the scholarship deadline as stated on the scholarships advert. Applicants should ensure that all necessary supplementary documents are submitted via LSHTM’s Admissions Portal by the scholarship deadline.
Eligibility Requirements For 2025 London School of Hygiene GSK Scholarship
To be considered for the GSK Scholarship, applicants must:
- be nationals of, and resident in, countries in sub-Saharan Africa; and
- intend to return to sub-Saharan Africa on completion of their MSc year at LSHTM; and
- confirm that they would not otherwise be able to pay for the proposed programme of study by submitting the Scholarships Application Form; and
- meet LSHTM’s minimum English language requirements; and
- hold a first degree at either a first or upper second class equivalency level, and
- hold an offer of admission for 2025-26 for one of LSHTM’s London-based intensive MSc programmes of study
Rewards For 2025 London School of Hygiene GSK Scholarship
The scholarship will cover:
- tuition fees, including any mandatory field trip fees, and
- a tax-free stipend (living allowance) of GBP 19,500.00.
How To Apply For 2025 London School of Hygiene GSK Scholarship
The application process for the GSK Scholarship has two steps. To be considered for the funding, applicants must meet all eligibility criteria and complete both steps outlined below:
- Step 1
- Submit an application for 2025-26 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 GSK Scholarships for Future Health Leaders on your application, you will not be considered for this funding.
- Attach a Scholarship Application Form to 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 scholarship attachment required (as applicants should have already submitted references; transcripts; a CV etc as part of their application for study). The Application Deadline is 5 Match, 2025