Our buildings
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) operates across two key sites in central London: Keppel Street and Tavistock Place.
Keppel Street has been our institutional home since 1929 and remains the heart of the School's teaching and research activity. The Grade II listed Art Deco building is home to most of our lecture theatres, seminar rooms, laboratories and the School's renowned library. It also accommodates student services, administrative teams and social spaces, including the Refectory and The Pumphandle Social. The building's historic architecture reflects LSHTM's legacy in global health, with symbolic design elements celebrating scientific discovery and public health pioneers. Ongoing refurbishments are modernising teaching, research and communal areas while preserving the building's unique character.
Tavistock Place is a growing part of our campus. Located a short walk from Keppel Street, it comprises two buildings. Tavistock Place 2, opened in 2023, is a six-storey, BREEAM Excellent facility providing flexible workspace for over 200 research, education and professional services staff. Tavistock Place 1 is currently being redeveloped as a dedicated centre for teaching and student services, with 19 new classrooms, group study and social learning areas, wellbeing spaces and support offices, due to open in the 2025/26 academic year. The development is part of LSHTM's long-term investment in creating inclusive, sustainable and student-focused facilities.
Teaching and learning spaces
LSHTM's teaching infrastructure includes a range of modern lecture theatres and seminar rooms across Keppel Street and Tavistock Place, designed to support both in-person and hybrid learning. These spaces are used throughout the year for core teaching, short courses and guest lectures delivered by global health experts. In addition to large-format lecture spaces, smaller rooms are available for seminars, tutorials and collaborative group work, offering a flexible environment for students across all levels of study.
Research and laboratory facilities
LSHTM's laboratories support research and teaching across fields such as infectious diseases, immunology, molecular biology and diagnostics. Facilities include purpose-built teaching labs, BSL-2 certified research spaces, and core platforms for techniques such as cell culture, microscopy, PCR and flow cytometry. These labs are home to key research on vaccines, pathogen genomics, antimicrobial resistance and outbreak response. Secure digital infrastructure also supports data-rich work in epidemiology, modelling and health systems analysis, with access to high-performance computing and controlled data environments. Most labs are based at Keppel Street and are shared across departments, creating a collaborative setting that brings together researchers, students and technical staff.
Library and study environments
The LSHTM Library is one of the world's leading specialist libraries in public and global health. Located at Keppel Street, it holds an extensive collection of books, journals, databases and rare historical materials dating back to the early 20th century. The library provides quiet study areas, bookable group rooms, and open-access computing facilities. Students also benefit from expert support with referencing, literature searches and systematic reviews. Additional study spaces are available throughout both Keppel Street and Tavistock Place, offering a variety of environments for focused, independent learning or informal collaboration.
Social and communal spaces
LSHTM offers a range of spaces where students and staff can connect beyond academic life. The Refectory at Keppel Street serves hot and cold meals, drinks and snacks on weekdays, with relaxed seating available both indoors and in the courtyard garden. Common rooms in both main buildings provide informal areas to unwind, work with friends or take a break between classes. In 2024, LSHTM opened The Pumphandle Social, a new social space named in honour of Dr John Snow. Designed in consultation with students, it hosts informal events and provides a welcoming environment to meet, relax or study in a more casual setting.
Support services and wellbeing
To support wellbeing and inclusion, LSHTM provides a number of supportive on-campus facilities. These include quiet rooms for reflection, prayer spaces for all faiths, and parent–carer rooms for those balancing study with family responsibilities. Accessible entrances, gender-neutral toilets and inclusive signage are available across both sites. Students have access to secure printing, high-speed Wi-Fi, and on-site IT support. The newly redeveloped Tavistock Place building also features wellbeing rooms and a dedicated suite for student services, making it easier to access practical and emotional support close to teaching spaces.
University of London facilities
As a member of the University of London, LSHTM students have access to a wide network of academic and social resources. These include the Senate House Library, one of the UK's largest academic libraries, located just a few minutes away. Students can also use University of London intercollegiate halls, social spaces, careers support, sports centres and campus-wide events. This broader network helps LSHTM students benefit from the advantages of a small, specialist institution while remaining connected to the wider academic community in central London.
A campus that supports community
These facilities reflect LSHTM's commitment to creating a campus that supports every aspect of student life. From specialist laboratories and quiet reading rooms to common spaces and wellbeing support, the School's infrastructure is designed to foster both academic success and a strong sense of belonging. Whether carrying out advanced research or settling in with a coffee after class, students at LSHTM are supported by a campus environment that prioritises excellence, equity and community.
