MSc Global Mental Health at London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, University of London

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Overview

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Overview - Global Mental Health

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This is a joint programme provided by LSHTM and King’s College London. It gives participants the knowledge and skills to initiate, develop and oversee mental health programmes in low-resource settings, and to conduct and critically evaluate research on global mental health. These skills will equip students to make valuable contributions in research, public health, policy and practice.

By the end of the programme, students will able to:

demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the mental health challenges facing low resource settings
devise locally appropriate and feasible strategies to reduce the burden of mental disorders
develop research protocols to investigate key issues in global mental health including epidemiological, intervention- and policy-related questions
apply research skills to monitor and evaluate mental health programmes

Career prospects

Graduates enter careers in national mental health policy and planning, epidemiological and mental health services research, and advisory and advocacy roles in governments, international agencies and non-governmental organisations. Find out more about our graduate careers and destinations.

Applications for this course are processed by King's College London, not by LSHTM. Further details, programme information, and how to apply.

Duration: one year full-time. Ways to study explained.

Intercalating this programme

Global Mental Health

Description

Watch Programme Director, Alex Cohen, and students talk about the programme.

Youtube link

Watch this video on YouTube

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Citation

Sarah Derveeuw, Belgium/Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Structure

Structure - Global Mental Health

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The below structure outlines the proposed modules for this programme. Module specifications provide full details about the aims and objectives of each module, what you will study and how the module is assessed.

View LSHTM module specifications
LSHTM module availability chart (pdf)

Structure of the year

Term 1 (September - December) consists of ten teaching weeks plus one Reading Week* in the middle of the term. Followed by the Winter break.

Term 2 (January - March) consists of a further ten weeks of teaching plus a Reading Week in the middle of the term. Followed by the Spring break.

Term 3 (April - September) consists of five weeks of teaching for the final module, revision time, examinations and the project report.

*Reading Week is a week during term where no formal teaching takes place. It is a time for private study, preparing for assessments or attending study/computer skills workshops. There are two Reading Weeks at LSHTM: one in November and the other in February.

View term and holiday dates

Term 1

Students take the following compulsory modules:

Introduction to Global Mental Health (LSHTM)
Evidence Synthesis in Global Mental Health (King’s)
Statistics for Epidemiology and Population Health (LSHTM)
Epidemiology for Mental Health Research (King's)

Term 2

Students take the following compulsory module:

Design & Evaluation of Mental Health Programmes (LSHTM)

Students choose three other modules from LSHTM and/or King's. Elective modules include:

Applied Statistical Methods in Psychiatric Epidemiology (King's)
Measurement in Mental Health (King's)
Mental Health Economic Evaluation (King's)
Qualitative Research Methods (King's)
Social Psychiatry: Theory, Research and Methods (King's)
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs (LSHTM)
Health Care Evaluation (LSHTM)
Health Promotion Approaches & Methods (LSHTM)
Research Design & Analysis (LSHTM)
Conflict & Health (LSHTM)
Design & Analysis of Epidemiological Studies (LSHTM)
Health Systems (LSHTM)
Qualitative Methodologies (LSHTM)
Statistical Methods in Epidemiology (LSHTM)
Epidemiology of Non-Communicable Diseases (LSHTM)
Medical Anthropology and Public Health (LSHTM)
Social Epidemiology (LSHTM)

Term 3

Students take the following compulsory module:

Theory to Practice in Global Mental Health (King's)

Project report

Students prepare a project report of a maximum of 10,000 words during the summer months (July - August), for submission by early September.

Please note: Should it be the case that you are unable to travel overseas or access laboratories in order to complete your project, you will be able to complete an alternative desk-based project allowing you to obtain your qualification within the original time frame. Alternatively, you will be able to defer your project to the following year.

Changes to the course

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Changes to the programme

LSHTM will seek to deliver this programme in accordance with the description set out on this programme page. However, there may be situations in which it is desirable or necessary for LSHTM to make changes in course provision, either before or after registration. For further information, please see our page on changes to courses.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements - Global Mental Health

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The normal minimum entrance qualification for the MSc Global Mental Health is a first degree at Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) standard from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard; or a registerable qualification in medicine, appropriate to the programme. A background (study, work or volunteer activities) in a mental health-related field is desirable but not essential. Applications with an appropriate technical qualification, or equivalent qualification and experience from overseas, are also welcomed.

Given the cross-cutting nature of mental health, the programme caters to a range of disciplinary backgrounds so a psychiatry or psychology background is not mandatory. However, in the absence of a typical disciplinary background for this MSc, applicants will need to use their personal statement to highlight their relevant experience to strengthen their application.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum entry requirement, but who have relevant professional experience may still be eligible for admission. Qualifications and experience will be assessed from the application.

Intercalating students

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Intercalating students

You will need the equivalent of a bachelor's degree to undertake an MSc. This will usually require you to have a BSc degree or have completed the first three years of your medical degree. More information on intercalating an MSc at LSHTM.

Fees & funding

Fees - Global Mental Health

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Fees 2023/24
Home	Full-time	£14,940
EU/Overseas	Full-time	£34,920

*Mobile users, scroll right to view fees

Funding general

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Sources of funding:

Scholarships opportunities
Student loans
Other sources of funding
Finances and funding FAQs

How to apply

How to apply - Global Mental Health

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Applications should be made through the King's College London online application system.

Early applications are encouraged.

Overview

Virtual Open Days 2023

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Find out more at our Virtual Open Days, 7 - 9 February 2023 - book your place

Overview - Global Mental Health

Paragraph

This is a joint programme provided by LSHTM and King’s College London. It gives participants the knowledge and skills to initiate, develop and oversee mental health programmes in low-resource settings, and to conduct and critically evaluate research on global mental health. These skills will equip students to make valuable contributions in research, public health, policy and practice.

By the end of the programme, students will able to:

demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the mental health challenges facing low resource settings
devise locally appropriate and feasible strategies to reduce the burden of mental disorders
develop research protocols to investigate key issues in global mental health including epidemiological, intervention- and policy-related questions
apply research skills to monitor and evaluate mental health programmes

Career prospects

Graduates enter careers in national mental health policy and planning, epidemiological and mental health services research, and advisory and advocacy roles in governments, international agencies and non-governmental organisations. Find out more about our graduate careers and destinations.

Applications for this course are processed by King's College London, not by LSHTM. Further details, programme information, and how to apply.

Duration: one year full-time. Ways to study explained.

Intercalating this programme

Global Mental Health

Description

Watch Programme Director, Alex Cohen, and students talk about the programme.

Youtube link

Watch this video on YouTube

Image

Citation

Sarah Derveeuw, Belgium/Democratic Republic of the Congo

Quote

"The MSc provides an extensive introduction to issues within Global Mental Health and the levels at which you can get involved. It provides you with a lot of research skills, alongside the content."

Structure

Structure - Global Mental Health

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The below structure outlines the proposed modules for this programme. Module specifications provide full details about the aims and objectives of each module, what you will study and how the module is assessed.

View LSHTM module specifications
LSHTM module availability chart (pdf)

Structure of the year

Term 1 (September - December) consists of ten teaching weeks plus one Reading Week* in the middle of the term. Followed by the Winter break.

Term 2 (January - March) consists of a further ten weeks of teaching plus a Reading Week in the middle of the term. Followed by the Spring break.

Term 3 (April - September) consists of five weeks of teaching for the final module, revision time, examinations and the project report.

*Reading Week is a week during term where no formal teaching takes place. It is a time for private study, preparing for assessments or attending study/computer skills workshops. There are two Reading Weeks at LSHTM: one in November and the other in February.

View term and holiday dates

Term 1

Students take the following compulsory modules:

Introduction to Global Mental Health (LSHTM)
Evidence Synthesis in Global Mental Health (King’s)
Statistics for Epidemiology and Population Health (LSHTM)
Epidemiology for Mental Health Research (King's)

Term 2

Students take the following compulsory module:

Design & Evaluation of Mental Health Programmes (LSHTM)

Students choose three other modules from LSHTM and/or King's. Elective modules include:

Applied Statistical Methods in Psychiatric Epidemiology (King's)
Measurement in Mental Health (King's)
Mental Health Economic Evaluation (King's)
Qualitative Research Methods (King's)
Social Psychiatry: Theory, Research and Methods (King's)
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs (LSHTM)
Health Care Evaluation (LSHTM)
Health Promotion Approaches & Methods (LSHTM)
Research Design & Analysis (LSHTM)
Conflict & Health (LSHTM)
Design & Analysis of Epidemiological Studies (LSHTM)
Health Systems (LSHTM)
Qualitative Methodologies (LSHTM)
Statistical Methods in Epidemiology (LSHTM)
Epidemiology of Non-Communicable Diseases (LSHTM)
Medical Anthropology and Public Health (LSHTM)
Social Epidemiology (LSHTM)

Term 3

Students take the following compulsory module:

Theory to Practice in Global Mental Health (King's)

Project report

Students prepare a project report of a maximum of 10,000 words during the summer months (July - August), for submission by early September.

Please note: Should it be the case that you are unable to travel overseas or access laboratories in order to complete your project, you will be able to complete an alternative desk-based project allowing you to obtain your qualification within the original time frame. Alternatively, you will be able to defer your project to the following year.

Changes to the course

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Changes to the programme

LSHTM will seek to deliver this programme in accordance with the description set out on this programme page. However, there may be situations in which it is desirable or necessary for LSHTM to make changes in course provision, either before or after registration. For further information, please see our page on changes to courses.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements - Global Mental Health

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The normal minimum entrance qualification for the MSc Global Mental Health is a first degree at Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) standard from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard; or a registerable qualification in medicine, appropriate to the programme. A background (study, work or volunteer activities) in a mental health-related field is desirable but not essential. Applications with an appropriate technical qualification, or equivalent qualification and experience from overseas, are also welcomed.

Given the cross-cutting nature of mental health, the programme caters to a range of disciplinary backgrounds so a psychiatry or psychology background is not mandatory. However, in the absence of a typical disciplinary background for this MSc, applicants will need to use their personal statement to highlight their relevant experience to strengthen their application.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum entry requirement, but who have relevant professional experience may still be eligible for admission. Qualifications and experience will be assessed from the application.

Intercalating students

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Intercalating students

You will need the equivalent of a bachelor's degree to undertake an MSc. This will usually require you to have a BSc degree or have completed the first three years of your medical degree. More information on intercalating an MSc at LSHTM.

Fees & funding

Fees - Global Mental Health

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Fees 2023/24
Home	Full-time	£14,940
EU/Overseas	Full-time	£34,920

*Mobile users, scroll right to view fees

Funding general

Paragraph

Sources of funding:

Scholarships opportunities
Student loans
Other sources of funding
Finances and funding FAQs

How to apply

How to apply - Global Mental Health

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Applications should be made through the King's College London online application system.

Early applications are encouraged.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Intercalating students

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Intercalating students

You will need the equivalent of a bachelor's degree to undertake an MSc. This will usually require you to have a BSc degree or have completed the first three years of your medical degree. More information on intercalating an MSc at LSHTM.

English Program Requirements

English Language requirements

As part of the application process, applicants are required to demonstrate how they meet LSHTM's minimum English Language requirements. This is particularly important for applicants requiring a Student Visa, as the UK Home Office requires that every student from outside the UK and Republic of Ireland shows evidence of a minimum level of English language ability (called CEFR B2 level) in order to be granted a Student visa and study in the UK.

Additionally, LSHTM asks for English language proficiency levels that are necessary for our academic programmes, which is slightly higher than the Common European Framework for languages (CEFR) B2 level.

English language requirements policy (pdf)

Accepted English language tests

The academic English language requirements for each of LSHTM’s programmes are categorised into one of three profiles:

Band A (highest requirement)
Band B (mid-range/’standard’ requirement)
Band C (lowest requirement)

Please refer to the appropriate Programme Specification for the English language requirement Band of your preferred programme.

IELTS (Academic)
Pearson PTE Academic

These tests are only valid for entry for 2 years. As a result the qualification must have been completed no more than 2 years prior to enrolment.

LSHTM requires the following minimum proficiency test scores. Please refer to the appropriate Programme Specification for the Band of your preferred programme.

	Band A	Band B	Band C
IELTS (Academic)	7.5 overall with 7.0 in each component	7.0 overall with 6.5 in each component	6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component
Pearson PTE Academic	80 overall with 80 in each component	76 overall with 76 in each component	59 overall with 59 in each component

Majority English-speaking countries

Last updated: 26 October 2022

The UK Government recognises the following countries as majority English-speaking countries:

Antigua and Barbuda
Australia
The Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Dominica
Grenada
Guyana
Ireland
Jamaica
Malta
New Zealand
St Kitts and Nevis
St Lucia
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Trinidad and Tobago
United Kingdom
United States of America

These countries have been classified as majority English-speaking countries by the UK Government. Further information on Student Visa requirements, including Knowledge of English, can be found on the government website. In the interest of compliance, LSHTM is not able to consider other countries as majority English-speaking countries.

If you are a national of one of these countries, you are not required to submit evidence of English language proficiency.

If you have undertaken a full degree in one of the above countries, you will not be required to submit further evidence of your English Language if the degree certificate is successfully verified with the issuing body on receipt. Any applicant found to have submitted fraudulent documentation will have their application withdrawn.

Canadian nationals are also exempt from English Language requirements but non-Canadian nationals who have studied in Canada are required to meet standard English Language requirements due to Home Office policy.

Conditions

If you request to defer your entry to LSHTM, we may ask you to re-take your test if your original offer was based on a test which will be out of date at the point of registration. Our English language programme requirements and other accepted tests provide details of how long your qualification is deemed valid.

All test scores are verified with the issuing body on receipt. Any applicant found to have submitted a fraudulent score will have their application withdrawn.

LSHTM reserves the right to change minimum English Language requirements during an application cycle in-line with any compliance guidance released by the Home Office. In the event of a change in Home Office policy which affects entry requirements, the University will notify affected applicants in writing.

Exemptions

Applicants who are a national of a majority English-speaking country or who have successfully completed an appropriate academic qualification (at least equivalent to a UK Bachelor's degree), which was taught in a majority English speaking country from the UKVI approved country list automatically meet our English Language requirements.

UKVI’s approved country list

*Please note, Canadian nationals are exempt from English Language requirements but non-Canadian nationals who have studied in Canada are required to meet LSHTM’s standard English Language requirements due to Home Office regulations.

Academic entry requirements

LSHTM's minimum entry requirements for each of its degrees are listed below. Applicants who do not meet the minimum entry requirement for the programme of their choice but who have relevant professional experience may still be eligible for admission.

Master's programmes (intensive)

In order to be admitted to an LSHTM master's degree programme, an applicant must:

hold either a first degree at Second Class Honours (2:2) standard in a relevant discipline, or a degree in medicine recognised by the UK General Medical Council (GMC) for the purposes of practising medicine in the UK, or another degree of equivalent standard awarded by an overseas institution recognised by UK ENIC or the GMC).

or

hold a professional qualification appropriate to the programme of study to be followed obtained by written examinations and judged by LSHTM to be equivalent to a Second Class Honours (2:2) degree or above.

or

have relevant professional experience or training which is judged by LSHTM to be equivalent to a Second Class Honours (2:2) degree or above.

and

satisfy any additional requirements where prescribed for admission to a specific programme.

If you have not previously studied in the UK, you can check our guide to international equivalent qualifications for our master's degrees.

Some degree programmes may have a higher entry requirement than specified above. Please be sure to check the individual programme for any additional entry requirements.

MPhil and PhD

Academic requirements

The normal minimum entrance qualification for registration at the School on a MPhil/PhD programme is evidence of an aptitude for research and at least one of the following:

a master’s degree in a subject appropriate to the course of study to be followed (recommended)
a qualification appropriate to the course of study to be followed, in medicine, dentistry or veterinary studies
an Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) degree from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard, in a relevant subject.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you will need to meet these requirements: Band B.

DrPH

Academic requirements

The normal minimum entrance qualification for registration at the School on a Doctoral programme is evidence of an aptitude for research and at least one of the following:

a master’s degree in a subject appropriate to the course of study to be followed (recommended)
a qualification appropriate to the course of study to be followed, in medicine, dentistry or veterinary studies
an Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) degree from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard, in a relevant subject.

Applicants for the DrPH study are also required to have a minimum of two year's appropriate experience.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you will need to meet these requirements: Band B.

Essential digital skills

Digital skills and using computers are an everyday part of modern life – and you'll need both during your time at LSHTM.

You'll need to be able to use standard software (such as Word), a web browser and email. You'll also need to be able to type at a reasonable speed in order to perform to the best of your ability during any online assessments – for reference, the average person types around 40 words per minute – there are a number of free typing speed tests available online.

It'll benefit your studies if you know how to:

use digital technologies to find, evaluate and create information
communicate effectively with online technologies
select the correct tools to complete online and offline tasks
perform tasks efficiently in a variety of digital environments

Whatever you're studying you'll need to know how to work with digital technologies, stay safe online and build a positive online presence.

Reasonable adjustments and support are available for students who have additional accessibility or learning needs, and LSHTM recognises the use of voice to text or alternative software being available for those students with disabilities.

Career

Overview

Virtual Open Days 2023

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Find out more at our Virtual Open Days, 7 - 9 February 2023 - book your place

Overview - Global Mental Health

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This is a joint programme provided by LSHTM and King’s College London. It gives participants the knowledge and skills to initiate, develop and oversee mental health programmes in low-resource settings, and to conduct and critically evaluate research on global mental health. These skills will equip students to make valuable contributions in research, public health, policy and practice.

By the end of the programme, students will able to:

demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the mental health challenges facing low resource settings
devise locally appropriate and feasible strategies to reduce the burden of mental disorders
develop research protocols to investigate key issues in global mental health including epidemiological, intervention- and policy-related questions
apply research skills to monitor and evaluate mental health programmes

Career prospects

Graduates enter careers in national mental health policy and planning, epidemiological and mental health services research, and advisory and advocacy roles in governments, international agencies and non-governmental organisations. Find out more about our graduate careers and destinations.

Applications for this course are processed by King's College London, not by LSHTM. Further details, programme information, and how to apply.

Duration: one year full-time. Ways to study explained.

Intercalating this programme

Global Mental Health

Description

Watch Programme Director, Alex Cohen, and students talk about the programme.

Youtube link

Watch this video on YouTube

Image

Citation

Sarah Derveeuw, Belgium/Democratic Republic of the Congo

Quote

"The MSc provides an extensive introduction to issues within Global Mental Health and the levels at which you can get involved. It provides you with a lot of research skills, alongside the content."

Structure

Structure - Global Mental Health

Paragraph

The below structure outlines the proposed modules for this programme. Module specifications provide full details about the aims and objectives of each module, what you will study and how the module is assessed.

View LSHTM module specifications
LSHTM module availability chart (pdf)

Structure of the year

Term 1 (September - December) consists of ten teaching weeks plus one Reading Week* in the middle of the term. Followed by the Winter break.

Term 2 (January - March) consists of a further ten weeks of teaching plus a Reading Week in the middle of the term. Followed by the Spring break.

Term 3 (April - September) consists of five weeks of teaching for the final module, revision time, examinations and the project report.

*Reading Week is a week during term where no formal teaching takes place. It is a time for private study, preparing for assessments or attending study/computer skills workshops. There are two Reading Weeks at LSHTM: one in November and the other in February.

View term and holiday dates

Term 1

Students take the following compulsory modules:

Introduction to Global Mental Health (LSHTM)
Evidence Synthesis in Global Mental Health (King’s)
Statistics for Epidemiology and Population Health (LSHTM)
Epidemiology for Mental Health Research (King's)

Term 2

Students take the following compulsory module:

Design & Evaluation of Mental Health Programmes (LSHTM)

Students choose three other modules from LSHTM and/or King's. Elective modules include:

Applied Statistical Methods in Psychiatric Epidemiology (King's)
Measurement in Mental Health (King's)
Mental Health Economic Evaluation (King's)
Qualitative Research Methods (King's)
Social Psychiatry: Theory, Research and Methods (King's)
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs (LSHTM)
Health Care Evaluation (LSHTM)
Health Promotion Approaches & Methods (LSHTM)
Research Design & Analysis (LSHTM)
Conflict & Health (LSHTM)
Design & Analysis of Epidemiological Studies (LSHTM)
Health Systems (LSHTM)
Qualitative Methodologies (LSHTM)
Statistical Methods in Epidemiology (LSHTM)
Epidemiology of Non-Communicable Diseases (LSHTM)
Medical Anthropology and Public Health (LSHTM)
Social Epidemiology (LSHTM)

Term 3

Students take the following compulsory module:

Theory to Practice in Global Mental Health (King's)

Project report

Students prepare a project report of a maximum of 10,000 words during the summer months (July - August), for submission by early September.

Please note: Should it be the case that you are unable to travel overseas or access laboratories in order to complete your project, you will be able to complete an alternative desk-based project allowing you to obtain your qualification within the original time frame. Alternatively, you will be able to defer your project to the following year.

Changes to the course

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Changes to the programme

LSHTM will seek to deliver this programme in accordance with the description set out on this programme page. However, there may be situations in which it is desirable or necessary for LSHTM to make changes in course provision, either before or after registration. For further information, please see our page on changes to courses.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements - Global Mental Health

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The normal minimum entrance qualification for the MSc Global Mental Health is a first degree at Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) standard from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard; or a registerable qualification in medicine, appropriate to the programme. A background (study, work or volunteer activities) in a mental health-related field is desirable but not essential. Applications with an appropriate technical qualification, or equivalent qualification and experience from overseas, are also welcomed.

Given the cross-cutting nature of mental health, the programme caters to a range of disciplinary backgrounds so a psychiatry or psychology background is not mandatory. However, in the absence of a typical disciplinary background for this MSc, applicants will need to use their personal statement to highlight their relevant experience to strengthen their application.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum entry requirement, but who have relevant professional experience may still be eligible for admission. Qualifications and experience will be assessed from the application.

Intercalating students

Paragraph

Intercalating students

You will need the equivalent of a bachelor's degree to undertake an MSc. This will usually require you to have a BSc degree or have completed the first three years of your medical degree. More information on intercalating an MSc at LSHTM.

Fees & funding

Fees - Global Mental Health

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Fees 2023/24
Home	Full-time	£14,940
EU/Overseas	Full-time	£34,920

*Mobile users, scroll right to view fees

Funding general

Paragraph

Sources of funding:

Scholarships opportunities
Student loans
Other sources of funding
Finances and funding FAQs

How to apply

How to apply - Global Mental Health

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Applications should be made through the King's College London online application system.

Early applications are encouraged.

How to Apply

Identify the MSc programme(s) that you wish to apply for via our Master's degrees webpages
Check that you meet, or are expecting to meet, LSHTM's general entry requirements
Check that you meet any additional programme-specific entry requirements, found within individual Master's degrees webpages
Check the application deadlines (below) associated with your chosen programme.
Read our MSc application guidance (pdf)
Apply online using the LSHTM's application portal
Await a decision - LSHTM aims to provide a decision on all complete Master's degree applications within 6 weeks.

MSc Global Mental Health

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, University of London

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, University of London

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