Our MSc in Climate Change & Planetary Health is designed to understand the connection between the environment and human health to create a liveable planet for future generations. 

Join us to unravel the impact of climate change on diverse populations around the world and analyse how our behaviour influences the planet. You’ll build confidence in assessing links, anticipating problems, finding solutions and intervening early. You’ll develop specialist skills to become an agent of change. Ready to work towards a sustainable planet and healthy population? 

This programme is also available online. Study one year full-time, part-time or split-study over two years.

The deadlines for applications for the 2026/27 academic year are:

• Sunday 26 July 2026 at 23:59 UK time for all students requiring a Student visa
• Monday 31 August 2026 at 23:59 UK time for all UK, Irish and non-Student visa students

Whether you are studying one of our intensive or distance learning programmes, as a Centre Ambassador your main role will be to showcase the Centre on Climate Change & Planetary Health (CCCPH) to the student community.

Centre Ambassadors may be requested to participate in a number of ways, depending on their skills and preferences, including supporting with events, digital content, and centre meetings. In return, they will gain valuable skills, experience and opportunities for academic and social networking, building links throughout LSHTM's global community.

Applications are currently closed and will reopen with the start of the 2026/27 academic year.

The Planetary Health Postdoctoral Fellowship seeks to foster the professional development of a new generation of planetary health researchers and ambassadors committed to protecting health on a changing planet – and developing solutions for a healthier future.

Applications for the 2026 round are now closed.

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