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Study by Distance Learning at LSHTM

The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) offers world-class postgraduate programmes delivered entirely online. These courses are designed for health practitioners, clinicians, policymakers, scientists and researchers who wish to gain specialist expertise without interrupting their careers or relocating to London.

Online courses in public and global health

There are six course topic areas to choose from:

• Clinical Trials
• Epidemiology
• Global Health Policy
• Health in Humanitarian Crises
• Infectious Diseases
• Public Health

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Flexible online learning

Distance learning at LSHTM provides a rigorous yet flexible academic experience. Students are able to study at their own pace, in their own time zones, around their other commitments. You can choose to enrol on individual module or pursue a Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert), Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) or a full Master’s degree. What’s more, you can transition from modules, PG Cert of PG Dip to a higher qualification later (within a certain time period and subject to certain requirements).

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Why choose distance learning at LSHTM?

1. Global community: engage in a truly international learning environment with a diverse cohort of global health practitioners.
2. Career integration: the distance learning programmes have been designed specifically for working professionals to balance study with full-time employment.
3. Reputation: gain a degree from a world-renowned institution for public and global health without having to take time away from your career.
4. Renowned qualification: a distance learning degree from LSHTM carries the same prestige and academic weight as the in-person equivalent, preparing you for a wide variety of roles in global health.
5. Self-paced learning: access high-quality interactive materials, virtual learning environments, and peer discussion forums at times that suit your schedule.

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Cost of distance learning studies

Studying via distance learning is a cost-effective way to gain a postgraduate qualification, as it eliminates travel and London living costs, and allows students to work alongside their studies.

• Pay-as-you-go: the flexible fee structure allows you to pay for the modules you study each year, spreading the cost of the programme over the years you study.
• Scholarships: specific awards are often available for distance learners, including the LSHTM Next Generation Scholarships and regional grants.
• Employer funding: many students benefit from their organisations providing financial support for staff taking these courses, as part of their professional development.

Distance learning funding

The distance learning student experience

Don’t just take our word for it on the benefits of distance learning studies at LSHTM – hear from just a few distance learning graduates about their experiences.

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