RSTMH Student Essay Competition 2026
The Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (RSTMH) is now accepting applications for its Student Essay Competition 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for students passionate about global health and tropical medicine to showcase their knowledge and ideas.
📖 About RSTMH Student Essay Competition
RSTMH is committed to supporting its members, Fellows, and wider networks from the very start of their careers. The Student Essay Competition invites students to explore a wide range of challenging and interesting topics in global health and tropical medicine each year.
🎁 Benefits of the Competition
- Prize: £200
- Membership: A year's free student membership to RSTMH (new or renewal).
- Recognition: The winner will be invited to an RSTMH event in 2026 to receive a certificate and their prize fund.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Open to current, full-time students studying global health as a degree or any degree with a component of global health or medicine.
- Students can be based anywhere in the world.
- Evidence of student status must be provided at the point of submission.
📅 Application Date and Process
- Deadline: 05 June, 2026
- To apply, visit the official RSTMH website.
🌟 Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a student who:
- Is passionate about global health and tropical medicine.
- Has innovative ideas and insights into global health challenges.
- Can demonstrate their knowledge and commitment through a well-written essay.
📄 Contact Information
For more details, visit the official RSTMH website or contact their team directly through their provided channels.
This competition is a fantastic opportunity to gain recognition, contribute to global health discussions, and connect with professionals in the field. Don't miss your chance to participate!
- The prize for the winning essay is £200, plus a year's free student membership to RSTMH, either new or a renewal.
- The winner will be presented with a certificate and their prize fund at an RSTMH event in 2026.




