Short courses

This 3-week summer school short course will provide a clear understanding of the different types of environmental exposures that are related with pathogenic mechanisms of human diseases. The course will be taught on campus and combine lectures, seminars, practical workshops and field trips. We welcome Summer School students from around the world. Find out more and apply

Our 3-week Summer School course on campus in London analyses the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on mental health in society. It brings together the discoveries of science with the life stories behind diagnoses to clarify the mechanisms that drive mental health symptoms. The course illustrates the mechanisms by which life experiences impact the mind, including the impact of the pandemic on the disconnect between mind and body. We welcome Summer School students from around the world. Find out more and apply

This 3-week short course as part of our Summer School in London will provide you with an introduction to some basic political theory, a history of international politics and global governance, and to the structure of the global political economy. You will then have an opportunity to learn about the actors, structures and politics of global health governance and international health policy.  We will also examine health inequalities within the local area of East London  - a part of London which includes both some of the most deprived households in the country, as well as one of the biggest financial and banking hubs in the world. This will include a field trip, as well as a global health 'treasure hunt' in the British Museum. Find out more and apply

One of a kind four-week healthcare leadership online course

• Join our Healthcare Leadership Foundations short course starting on 8 September 2025. This course is perfect for you if you're an aspiring healthcare leader, who wants to develop practical skills in self-leadership, network mapping, action planning and peer coaching, which will enable you to effectively navigate complex leadership challenges in healthcare systems.

Digital Health (free online) short course

• Advance your expertise in digital health with this free on-demand course. Gain practical skills in telemedicine, digital health applications, and learn how to integrate these technologies into your healthcare practice.