Epidemiology (MSc and Postgraduate Diploma)
Is this course for me?
This course offers professional training in the epidemiology of communicable and non-communicable diseases. It also provides essential statistical skills related to the health problems of both the developed and the developing world. Graduates from the course pursue careers in medical research; public health and commuity medicine; epidemiological field studies; disease surveillance units; drug/vaccine manufacturers; or disease control in governmental, NGO's or donor institutions. It is also of interest to those who require an understanding of epidemiology, such as medical journalists and scientific officers in government and industry.
Course summary
| You study | Study period | Cost (2010-2011) | |
| MSc | 10 modules plus additional paper and project report | 2-5 years | £10,025 |
| Diploma | 4 modules | 1-5 years | £5,910 |
| Short courses | You can take individual modules as short courses. This is an ideal option if you wish to update your professional knowledge or sample the programme. The fees are £1,685 for core modules and £880 for advanced modules. | ||
Epidemiology of non-communicable diseases
non-communicable diseases
Dr Liam Smeeth, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, University of London discusses the impact of low income on non-communicable diseases [video, 3.24 mins].
Note: this and other videos are also available from our YouTube Channel [external link]
Non-communicable diseases is a popular module on the Epidemiology MSc. Academics from the University of London are actively involved in producing pioneering research on this subject. See our latest research video below.
Course aims
The course aims to provide:
- epidemiological training by distance learning for professionals in academic departments, research units, or in the health services
- a comprehensive understanding of the basic concepts and methods in epidemiology together with advanced skills in specific applications of epidemiological research methods.
Prestige
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is the leading postgraduate medical institution in Europe in the subjects of public health and tropical medicine.
Excellent support
It is taught through use of interactive CD-ROM materials, supported by practical workbooks and textbooks. Students are actively encouraged to participate in web-based discussion boards. Training is also provided in the use of statistical software.
Summary of key dates
| Application deadline | 30 June | ||
| Registration deadline | 31 August | ||
| Course starts | October | ||
| Examinations take place | June | ||
Apply online
It is now possible to make your application online for this programme as an External student of the University of London.
Steve Hilts
MSc Epidemiology graduate, Canada.
“The LSHTM course has been ideally suited to my needs. The amazing flexibility of the course has been a key factor in enabling me to continue working and to retain some semblance of normal family life whilst completing a graduate degree. I found that the online interaction with fellow students from various locales and backgrounds was the next best thing to the 'in residence' experience. I would highly recommend this course to others.”