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A Swiss eduQua certified institution offering programmes in public health, clinical research, economics, fintech and more. Students from 120+ countries worldwide.
Intake schedule
We accept students over several intakes annually. Apply early — offers are made on a rolling basis and places are limited.
Explore our faculties
We offer more than 50 programs across three faculties. Click a faculty below to explore the full list of programs, entry requirements, and fees.
Programs in public health, infectious diseases, epidemiology, biostatistics, and more — designed for health professionals and aspiring practitioners worldwide.
Specialised programs in pharmacovigilance, regulatory affairs, drug safety, and pharmaceutical medicine for science graduates and industry professionals.
Programs in fintech, banking, digital finance, health economics, agricultural economics and more — bridging the worlds of technology, economics, and global health.
Financial assistance
A limited number of scholarships and financial awards are available to eligible applicants. We encourage all students to apply — simply indicate your interest in the application form.
A partial fee reduction available to students who demonstrate financial need or merit. Every application is individually assessed by our admissions committee.
Awarded at the discretion of the JLI President to students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership, or commitment to their field of study.
Our most significant award, recognising students whose research has been published in a peer-reviewed journal of good standing within one year of applying to JLI.
How to apply for a scholarship: Scholarships are awarded on a competitive and limited basis. To be considered, simply complete the scholarship section within the application form when you apply. There is no separate application required. Questions? Email us at admissions@jliedu.ch.
Application process
Our application is completed entirely online. It can be completed in 15–20 minutes. Follow these steps to submit.
What you'll need
Tick off items as you gather them. All documents must be uploaded during the application.
Mandatory documents
Optional but recommended
Scan quality tip: Blurry or cropped documents are the most common reason for application delays. Ensure all uploads are clear and fully legible.
Make sure you have selected the right program and the right intake. Understand the fees applicable to you, the mode of learning or any other program specifics. Incomplete applications or unclear document scans are the most common causes of delays or rejection. Ensure your personal statement clearly explains your career goals and suitability for the program you selected.
James Lind Institute is an internationally recognised institution based in Geneva, Switzerland. We hold multiple quality accreditations.
After you submit
We evaluate applications promptly. Here is what to expect after submission.
Start your application →Common questions
We offer more than 50 programs across three faculties — Health Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Transformational Economics. Visit the Programs section above to explore each faculty.
All our programs are conducted via ONLINE mode only. There is no option for face-to-face studies. You may however be invited for a graduation ceremony that is conducted towards the end of each year at one of our locations.
Yes, we offer three scholarships — a 25% Financial Assistance Scholarship, a 25% President's Scholarship, and a 50% Publication Award for students with published research. All are competitive and limited. Simply indicate your interest in the scholarship section of the application form. See the Scholarships section for full details.
The online application form typically takes 15–20 minutes to complete. Once submitted, you can expect a decision within 3 working days, provided all required documents have been uploaded clearly.
Yes. You may save your progress at any point and return to it before the intake deadline. We recommend submitting as early as possible, as places are offered on a rolling basis.
Upload documents as PDF, JPG, or PNG. Ensure scans are clear and fully legible — blurry or cropped documents are the most common reason for delays or resubmission requests.
English proficiency results (IELTS or TOEFL) may be required for some programs. If your prior education was conducted in English, you may be exempt. Check the specific requirements for your chosen program on our website.
You will be notified whether we need any further information from you. If your admission is successful you will receive the admission offer documents and fee invoice. Once payment is completed, our team will issue you an admission confirmation letter and you are all set to start from your chosen start date.
Contact our admissions team at admissions@jliedu.ch. We respond to all enquiries within 1–2 working days.