LSHTM short course: Introductory Course in Epidemiology & Medical Statistics (The Gambia)

The London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is offering a short course on:Introductory Course in Epidemiology & Medical Statistics at the MRC Unit in The Gambia.

Dates: 26th of January to 13th of February 2026

Locations: MRC Unit, The Gambia. 

This is a concentrated three-week course which will take students through from the basic principles of epidemiology up to the application of statistical methods, such as logistic regression using Stata software.  

During the three weeks, students will learn about the design and interpretation of epidemiological studies and the statistical methods that underpin many of the founding principles. At the end of the three weeks, students will understand the common pitfalls associated with study design, be able to choose the most appropriate analytical methods to verify stated hypotheses and feel confident to undertake basic statistical analysis using Stata software.

The course will include lectures from experienced teachers from both London and The Gambia, with long-term practice in epidemiology and/or medical statistics in high, middle- and low-income countries. Each lecture will be accompanied by a practical session in which the concepts taught in the lecture will be applied to practical exercises, some computer-based and others in small group discussions.

Eligibility criteria: 

• Applicants must be resident in, and a national of, a LMIC (eligible countries). Preference will be given to candidates based in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Applicants should hold an MSc, MBBS or equivalent degree and at least 1-year work experience.
• Applicants will need to demonstrate what impact the course will have on their current and future career path.
• Applicants who have an alternative source of funding will not be considered for a scholarship but their application will be fast-tracked.

Course fee:

• £3,700 – full fee
• The fee includes all teaching and practical materials (in electronic and paper format), temporary Stata license, use of computer equipment, vouchers for daily lunch and refreshments, welcome and farewell buffet and drinks and social outings to discover The Gambia (aka “The Smiling Coast”). 
• Childcare is available upon request.
• The fee excludes accommodation, breakfast and dinner, flights, visas, and local transport.

Read more here. 

Application deadline, 10th of December 2025.