LSTM Scholarships & Funding for Tropical Medicine, Infectious Diseases & Global Health — 2026
Salisu Iliyasu
The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) offers one of the most comprehensive scholarship and financial support programmes for students pursuing postgraduate education in tropical medicine, infectious diseases, and global health. LSTM provides funding opportunities for both UK/Irish applicants and international students, including those from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
The scholarships support a range of programmes, including on-campus master’s degrees, professional diplomas, and online learning options with key intakes in January, February, and September 2026. Applicants from diverse backgrounds in healthcare, public health, humanitarian work, and research are encouraged to apply.
Scholarship Opportunities
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LSTM Future Leaders Scholarships – For international and UK/Irish students applying to full-time on-campus master’s programmes in global health and related fields.
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Country-Specific Scholarships – Including awards such as the Harriette Kelso Scholarship, Mamco Selab Scholarship, and Annie Elizabeth Evans Memorial Scholarship for applicants from specific countries and backgrounds.
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Specialist Programme Scholarships – Support for applicants with paediatric experience or those enrolling in select master’s programmes including Public Health, Humanitarian Studies, and Tropical & Infectious Diseases.
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Humanitarian Scholarships – For applicants affected by conflict, displacement, or humanitarian crisis who wish to progress careers in global health.
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Online Learning Scholarships – For those seeking part-time global health qualifications without relocating.
Additional Support
LSTM also offers financial assistance such as alumni discounts, bursaries, and opportunities to access external funding sources like Chevening or Commonwealth Scholarships.
The scholarships aim to reduce financial barriers and encourage the next generation of global health professionals, researchers, and leaders.
