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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
(LSHTM)
Part of University of London
About
The London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is a public research university in Bloomsbury, central London, and a member institution of the University of London that specialises in public and global health, epidemiology and tropical medicine. It is focused exclusively on postgraduate education and advanced research.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 200 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 29 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 825
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 1.6 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 65%
- Female : Male
- 70 : 30
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
12 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | 2 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Infectious Diseases | 3 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | 23 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Immunology | 25 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Cardiac and Cardiovascular Systems | 25 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Microbiology | 57 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | 86 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | 235 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =256 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Oncology | 304 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | 373 | 68.8 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | 633 | 68.8 | 2026 |
ARWU
11 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Health | 3 | 269.0 | 2025 |
| Clinical Medicine | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Statistics & Operational Research | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Sociology | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Public Administration | 151-200 | - | 2024 |
| Biological Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 301-400 | - | 2023 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Psychology | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
QS
11 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 21 | 81.0 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | =39 | 81.0 | 2026 |
| Veterinary Science | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Nursing | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Social Policy & Administration | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Statistics & Operational Research | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | =152 | 67.2 | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 351-400 | - | 2023 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 551-700 | - | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine?
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine's performance in the latest university rankings: ARWU Rank 201-300, US News Rank =118.
When was London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine founded?
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine was founded in 1899.
What are the top subjects at London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine?
Top subjects at London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine include: Public, Environmental and Occupational Health, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Medicine, Social Sciences and Public Health.
Where is London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine located?
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is located in London, United Kingdom.