Frequently asked questions
Postgraduate degrees at The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine focus on medicine, specifically the healthcare challenges faced on a national or global scale. Studying here enables you to specialise and gain a qualification from master’s to PhD. Subject areas include infectious diseases, mental health, epidemiology, demography, and areas of public health and health management such as policy, planning, finance and the use of health data.
Good news! Studies, including research by HESA (the Higher Education Statistics Agency) and the University of Warwick, have found that graduates have a higher average salary than those who didn't go to uni. By taking a postgraduate degree you can explore more deeply the subjects you are interested in, and even pursue a PhD to become an expert in your field of interest.
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine does not provide its own accommodation. For students who need to move to the area, London offers plenty of accommodation options, including private halls of residence. London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine website provides information on accommodation nearby.