HR Information

This page is intended for those who manage LEAP students, for HRCos, and LDMs.


How does LEAP work?

Each OC stipulates which ‘pathway’ their candidates can take:


*note: SMP is a much shorter pathway facilitated centrally by MSF UK.


These pathways are comprised of 'core' and 'optional' academic modules.



Applying for LEAP

How to apply?

For the PG Cert, PG Dip, and MSc pathway, students apply to LEAP through their OC. Each OC has an annual application and selection cycle which is run from this website. OC specific criteria and processes can be found on the respective OC pages on this website: "The Application Process".

For the Standalone Module Pathway, students apply through MSF UK: "Standalone Modules".


English language requirements

LEAP is taught entirely in English. It is therefore crucial that students have a sufficient level of English in order to thrive on the programme.


➡️‼️PLEASE READ THIS DOCUMENT: Full English Language Requirements ‼️⬅️


English level is tested in two ways:


Academic requirements

The majority of LEAP students have undergraduate degrees.

However, those without undergraduate degrees, but who have considerable relevant professional experience, will be considered for the programme. Their entry is ultimately at the discretion of the University Course Director.


Other requirements

MSF UK has developed a 'global vision' for LEAP which endeavours to capture the major aspects of the programme which are largely, though not entirely, universal. The below explanations of both 'Who is LEAP for?' and 'How are applicants selected?' intend to give an insight into the general target group for LEAP, but it is important to check each OCs application page for the specific requirements of the OC to which you are affiliated.


Who is LEAP for?


How are applicants selected?


Support for LEAP students

OC Commitment Forms

OC commitment forms provide guidance on what students need from MSF to study effectively, as well as guidance on the expectations of those studying. 

OCs are increasingly aligned on study conditions and provisions, but please check the applicable OC's Commitment Form for specific detail: OCA, OCB (currently under revision), OCBA, OCG, OCP, WaCA.


Study leave

Balancing full-time work and study is a huge undertaking. Study leave is crucial for students to excel on the programme.

The study leave to which a LEAP student is entitled depends upon the module type they are studying.


OCs are increasingly aligned on the provision of study leave, but please check the 'OC Commitment Forms' for more information on each OCs specific study leave policy.


Study resources

LEAP students require specific resources in order to study effectively. The project is responsible for providing, where needed, the following resources:


Travel to the UK

Where travel to the UK is necessary, LEAP students will be supported in the following way:


Managing complex employment situations

Please reach out to LEAP@london.msf.org in the event of a complex employment situation which may affect an employee's LEAP studies.

We manage each situation on a case-by-case basis, so please reach out, but the following policies guide our overall approach:


Studying in 2024 and 2025

The module options and module calendar for the January 2025 can be found here.