Talented individuals from sub-Saharan Africa have a remarkable opportunity to receive comprehensive financial support for a one-year, full-time Master of Science (MSc) program at the prestigious London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) through the GSK Scholarships for Future Health Leaders 2025–2026.
This initiative not only covers tuition fees but also includes necessary expenses for field trips and provides a generous living stipend of £22,000.
The highly competitive GSK Scholarships aim to cultivate the next generation of leaders in public health and global health research, focusing on the enhancement of health systems and research initiatives across sub-Saharan Africa.
You must fulfill specific academic and English language proficiency criteria, in addition to demonstrating financial need.
You need to have received an offer to pursue an intensive MSc program at LSHTM in London. Preference will be given to those applicants who commit to returning to Africa upon completion of their studies, with the intent to drive significant health improvements in their communities.
This esteemed scholarship program not only provides vital financial assistance covering both tuition and living costs but also offers invaluable training in public health that can pave the way for impactful careers.
Scholarship Overview:
- The United Kingdom is the host country
- The London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is the host institutions
- The program is sponsored by GSK (GlaxoSmithKline)
- Supports Master’s (MSc) studies
- Open to nationals of sub-Saharan African countries
- The application deadline is March 5th, 2025.
Benefits:
Complete tuition reimbursement, including field trip costs.
You enjoy a tax-free living allowance of GBP 22,000.
Development of research skills in public and global health.
Equips you to be a leader in Africa’s health industries.
Selection Criteria:
You must be a citizen of a nation in sub-Saharan Africa and currently call that nation home.
Promise to return to sub-Saharan Africa after earning their master’s degree.
Verify the program’s financial need.
Fulfill the English language criteria set out by LSHTM.
Own a first degree that is on par with upper-second or first class.
Have been accepted into LSHTM’s MSc program in London for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Required Documents:
Resume or CV.
Academic records.
English language proficiency test supplementary questions form for personal statement.
How to apply:
Apply with the Scholarship portal link provided below. An email with a link to the online scholarship portal will be sent to you upon the submission of your program application.
Find “GSK Scholarships for Future Health Leaders” on the scholarship portal, fill out the necessary questions, and then submit your application.
By the scholarship deadline, both the MSc program application and the scholarship application must be finished.
