Veterinary Epidemiology (MSc)

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases

Full time & Part time September MSc 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time 30 August 2026

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About the course

In a world where global transport links allow rapid movement of people and animals, disease can spread more quickly than ever before – making it harder to control. It’s estimated 70% of new or emerging infectious diseases are zoonotic in origin. So it’s a critical need to unravel the complex interplay between animal and human health, rather than studying either in isolation.

Running for over twenty years, this is a joint programme by LSHTM and the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). It combines LSHTM's strengths in epidemiological principles and communicable disease epidemiology, with the RVC’s expertise in veterinary epidemiology, disease control and surveillance, economics of one health, and spatial analysis.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have a first- or second-class university honours degree or equivalent. Individuals with degrees in biological sciences, veterinary or human medicine, mathematics or statistics, OR who have relevant postgraduate experience, are all encouraged to apply. Applicants are expected to have a high level of numeracy skills (e.g. A level Mathematics or Statistics or a module with a good mark in their university degree).

Applicants from overseas will be required to provide evidence of proficiency in spoken and written English, including scientific usage and comprehension.

Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

Where will I study?

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is one of the world’s leading public health universities. A postgraduate-only, specialist university located in Bloomsbury, London, and with international sites, LSHTM has a long-established reputation for world-leading research into public and global health. Founded in 1899, LSHTM has been a pioneering force in global research and teaching for over 125 years. It has cultivated a strong network of academics, partners and over 35,500 alumni in 190 countries. LSHTM’s research-led educational programmes in public and global health offer a stimulating and truly global outlook. They offer a range of courses including: intensive, in-person master’s;distance learning programmes (PG Certificate, PG Diploma and Master’s); short courses and research degrees. LSHTM is one of the best regarded public health institutions globally and is continually building on its long and illustrious heritage to improve health worldwide.