The Thomas Mark Scholarship 2026 helps qualified health professionals from low‑ and middle‑income countries (LMICs) pursue a full‑time, on‑campus master’s degree at the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM). The scholarship covers tuition, living costs, flights, and visa requirements so you can focus fully on your studies and future impact in paediatric healthcare.

About the Thomas Mark Scholarship 2026

The Thomas Mark Scholarship supports LMIC applicants with paediatric experience or specialism who hold a conditional offer for a master’s programme at LSTM. The award helps cover the costs of studying in the UK and reflects LSTM’s goal to build capacity and leadership in child health in resource‑limited settings. More than one award may be available, depending on funding.

Why Choose The Thomas Mark Scholarship 2026?

This scholarship fully funds major study costs while you train for leadership in paediatric health. You will join one of the world’s oldest tropical medicine institutions. You will gain skills to address child health inequalities in your home country or other LMICs. The award strengthens your clinical, research, and leadership skills.

Thomas Mark Scholarship 2026 Summary

  • Host Country: United Kingdom
  • Host Institution: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM)
  • Scholarship Name: Thomas Mark Scholarship
  • Study Level: Master’s (Postgraduate)
  • Programme: Full‑time, on‑campus master’s programmes at LSTM
  • Coverage: Full tuition; living costs; flights; visa requirements
  • Application Deadline: 9 am 15 April 2026 (UK Time)
  • Programme Start: September 2026
  • Eligible Applicants: LMIC nationals with a paediatric background or specialism who hold a conditional offer to study at LSTM

Scholarship Benefits

  • Cover 100 % of tuition fees for a full‑time master’s degree.
  • Pay for living costs while you study.
  • Provide support for flights and visa expenses.
  • Allow you to gain advanced skills in paediatric healthcare.
  • Enable stronger capacity building in health systems in LMICs.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must:

  • Be nationally domiciled in a low‑ or middle‑income country (LMIC) as defined by the OECD.
  • Hold a conditional offer for a full‑time, on‑campus master’s programme at LSTM.
  • Have training or practice as a paediatrician or paediatric specialist.
  • Commit to improving paediatric care in their home country or another LMIC.

Required Documents

You should prepare:

  • Your conditional offer letter from LSTM.
  • A completed scholarship application form (sent via email or included with your offer).
  • A personal statement (max 700 words) explaining your career goals and how your studies will impact child health in LMICs.
  • Any other documents requested by LSTM in your scholarship application.

Application Process & Timeline

  1. Apply for your chosen full‑time, on‑campus master’s programme at LSTM.
  2. Receive a conditional offer from the university.
  3. Look for the scholarship application link sent to your email or in your offer letter.
  4. Complete the scholarship application form and personal statement.
  5. Submit by 9 am on 15 April 2026 (UK Time).
  6. Await scholarship results and prepare your visa, accommodation, and travel arrangements for study beginning in September 2026.