Course overview
MSc Epidemiology is a postgraduate (master's) course in medicine & health sciences at London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine in London, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year full-time (or 2 years part-time/split), with intakes in September.
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Course | MSc Epidemiology |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Medicine & Health Sciences |
| Duration | 1 year full-time (or 2 years part-time/split) |
| Tuition per year | £34,590 (≈ ₹42.2 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | Band B: IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (76 each) |
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Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £34,590 a year, about ₹42.2 lakh.
2026/27 overseas fee; 2027/28 not yet published
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| International Hall, catered single, shared bathroom40-week contract, 2026/27 | £302per week | ≈ ₹36,794 |
| Garden Halls, self-catered townhouse single50-week contract, 2026/27 | £340–352per week | ≈ ₹41,470 – ₹42,888 |
| International Hall, self-catered studio40-week contract, 2026/27 | £333–352per week | ≈ ₹40,647 – ₹42,934 |
| College Hall, catered en-suite40-week contract, 2026/27 | £380–456per week | ≈ ₹46,381 – ₹55,597 |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Health improvement practitioner
- Health service manager
- Epidemiologist
- Community development worker
- Environmental health practitioner
- Policy officer
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
World Health Organization
UNICEF
GSK
Red Cross
PATH
World Bank
IQVIA
NHS
Bupa
Save the Children
Eligibility
General entry requirements at London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Most MSc programmes need a UK 2:2 or equivalent in a relevant subject; some, such as Epidemiology and Global Mental Health, ask for a 2:1. Tropical Medicine & International Health is for registered doctors only.
- For Indian graduates from 2023 onwards, LSHTM's guide treats a 4-year bachelor's (160+ credits) with 60% overall as a UK 2:2 and 65% as a 2:1. A 3-year degree with the same marks is accepted only for graduates of 2022 and earlier.
- Some programmes add a pre-entry assessment; Health Data Science needs a solid maths foundation and a 60–90 minute online test.
- Applicants needing a Student visa apply by a separate, earlier deadline in late July (26 July 2026 for 2026/27 entry).
English requirements
For this course: Band B: IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (76 each).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Band B: 7.0 overall, 6.5 in each component; Band C: 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each |
| PTE Academic | Band B: 76 overall and in each component; Band C: 59 overall and in each |
| LanguageCert Academic SELT | Band B: 75 overall, 70 in each component |
| TOEFL and Duolingo | Not listed in LSHTM's English language requirements policy |
| Waiver | No waiver for Indian degrees; online tests, including IELTS Online, are not accepted |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Online application
- Degree certificate and transcripts
- English test result (IELTS Online is not accepted)
- Any extra material your programme asks for (for example a pre-entry assessment)
- Passport
About London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is a postgraduate school of public and global health in Bloomsbury, central London, founded in 1899. It teaches one-year MSc degrees in subjects such as epidemiology, health data science, medical statistics, infectious diseases, global mental health and tropical medicine, plus research degrees and distance learning. It has about 1,200 face-to-face master's and doctoral students and research income of more than £190 million a year.
Indian doctors, pharmacists, life scientists and public health graduates choose LSHTM for its specialist focus and research links in India, including work with the Indian Council of Medical Research and the Tata Institute of Social Sciences. LSHTM says ShanghaiRanking's 2025 subject ranking placed it 3rd in the world for public health. It does not appear in THE's World University Rankings, which exclude institutions without undergraduate teaching.
Similar courses
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- Public Health and Health Promotion MScBangor University1 year (full time) · £19,000 / year
- Master of Public HealthBirmingham Newman UniversityFull time (length not stated on the course page) · £13,500 / year
- Global Healthcare Management MScBrunel University of London1 year (full time) · £22,985 / year
- Public Health and Health Promotion MScBrunel University of London1 year (full time) · £22,985 / year
- MSc Global Public HealthCanterbury Christ Church University1 year · £17,000 / year
More courses at London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
- MSc Health Data Science1 year full-time (or 2 years part-time/split) · £31,450 / year
- MSc Medical Statistics1 year full-time (or 2 years part-time/split) · £31,450 / year
- MSc Control of Infectious Diseases1 year full-time (or 2 years split-study) · £31,450 / year
- MSc Tropical Medicine & International Health1 year full-time (2 years part-time) · £34,590 / year
- MSc Global Mental Health1 year full-time · £40,450 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for MSc Epidemiology at London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine?
The tuition for international students is £34,590 a year (about ₹42.2 lakh). 2026/27 overseas fee; 2027/28 not yet published. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MSc Epidemiology?
The course takes 1 year full-time (or 2 years part-time/split).
What English score do I need?
Band B: IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (76 each). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.