A warm welcome to students from Japan
日本からの留学生の皆さん、心より歓迎します！
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is a global leader in public health and infectious disease research. With students, staff, and alumni from over 190 countries, we are proud to have a vibrant community of international students who contribute to our academic excellence and global perspective. This page provides specific information for applicants from Japan, including entry requirements, programmes on offer, and support available to help you thrive at LSHTM.
LSHTM is proud to have strong academic ties with Japan through meaningful collaborations in both education and research, spanning multiple fields. One example is our partnership in the joint PhD Programme for Global Health, run in collaboration with Nagasaki University’s School of Tropical Medicine and Global Health. This programme brings together the expertise of both institutions to equip students with advanced training in infectious diseases, epidemiology, and other global health challenges.
Additionally, LSHTM has established the Takeda Chair in Global Child Health, endowed by a £3 million donation from Japan's Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited. This chair supports vital research aimed at reducing child mortality in low and middle-income countries, further strengthening the collaborative efforts between LSHTM and Japanese institutions.
For Japanese students, studying at LSHTM means becoming part of a dynamic international community and gaining the skills needed to drive global health initiatives forward.
Find out more about LSHTM’s research in Japan.
Intercalating students
To enrol in an MSc programme, you'll need the equivalent of a bachelor's degree. This typically means holding having completed the first three years of a medical degree.
Learn more about intercalating an MSc at LSHTM.
Entry requirements
Please refer to the programme page to check entry requirements. In general, the table below is intended as a guide for MSc, MRes, PG Dip, PG Cert and research degree programmes.
| Equivalent to a UK Lower Second Class (2:2) Bachelor’s degree with honours | Equivalent to a UK Upper Second Class (2:1) Bachelor’s degree with honours |
|---|---|
| Bachelor degree with Second Class (Lower Division) honours with a GPA of 3.0/4.0, GPA of 3.5/5.0, 65% or an overall grade of C | Bachelor degree with Second Class (Upper Division) honours with a GPA of 3.3/4.0, GPA of 3.75/5.0, 70% or an overall grade of B |
Please note that some programmes may require specific academic qualifications, work experience or an assessment. Make sure to check the individual entry requirements for the programme you are interested in before applying.
In some cases, applicants who do not meet the minimum academic criteria but have significant relevant professional experience may still be considered.
Master's degrees Research degrees Short courses Distance learning
English language requirements
Non-UK and Irish nationals must meet English language requirements for a Student visa. Applicants from UKVI-listed majority English-speaking countries or with a UK Bachelor's equivalent degree in one of these countries automatically meet the requirements.
LSHTM's programmes have academic English language requirements classified into three bands:
- Band A: Highest requirement
- Band B: Standard requirement
- Band C: Lowest requirement
For full details, please refer to our English language requirements.
Fees and scholarships
Understanding the cost of studying and funding options is an important part of planning your time at LSHTM. Below you'll find key information on tuition fees, funding for master’s and research degrees, student loans, alternative funding sources, and answers to common scholarship questions. There is also guidance on managing living costs in London.
- Tuition fees
- Masters funding
- Research degree funding
- Student loans
- Other sources of funding
- Scholarship FAQs
- Cost of living
Student support
At LSHTM, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Whether it’s visas and immigration, accommodation, careers, mental health or disability support, you’ll find a range of services designed to help you thrive with us and in London.
Find out about our student services.
Student life and experience
"One of the most defining aspects of my time at LSHTM was the connections to people. My classmates were incredibly diverse in background, brilliant in thought, and supportive in every way."
Hidenobu Matsuzaki
MSc Public Health
To truly understand what studying at LSHTM is like, why not hear from our students themselves? Their stories and experiences provide an authentic glimpse into academic life and the opportunities available here.
International alumni chapters
Even before you begin your studies, LSHTM connects you to a worldwide community. Prospective students are welcome at alumni chapter events - think networking sessions, expert talks, and casual meet-ups hosted by graduates in cities worldwide. It's a great way to start building relationships early. Keen to join an event in your area? We'll help - email [email protected]
As a graduate, you'll unlock full access to LSHTM Connect, where you can message alumni in your field, discover career opportunities, and join specialised events tailored to your expertise.
Need to get in touch?
Contact chapter leaders directly using the emails provided on international chapters.
For general support or updating your details: [email protected]
How to apply
International and UK students follow the same application process. To learn more about the application steps and how to apply, please select the appropriate degree level from the options below.
Intensive master's Distance learning Research degrees Short courses
In-country agents
If you would like additional support with your intensive master's degree application to study with us, you can seek guidance from an education agent. LSHTM collaborates with a range of trusted agents in Japan who are carefully selected and regularly trained by the university.