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MSc - Master of Science
University of York
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
University of York
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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Gain experience and skills you need for a career in research and health service decision-making.
Health Economics informs how we make difficult decisions about prioritising resources, and help people to live longer and health lifes.
As a graduate of this degree, you'll be ready to make a tangible impact in this developing field.
Teaching and Assessment
You’ll work with world-leading academics who’ll challenge you to think independently and excel in all that you do. Our approach to teaching will provide you with the knowledge, opportunities, and support you need to grow and succeed in a global workplace.
Careers and Skills
This course is ideal for people who want to work in research and health service decision-making. Potential employers will value the experience you'll gain on your summer placement. The MSc is also an ideal basis for progression to a PhD.
Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent in Economics or a related discipline. You may also be considered if your degree is in related to Medicine, Pharmacy, or Nursing. Other qualifications and experience: If you have been out of study for a while, or do not have a strong background in economics or mathematics and statistics but have other relevant qualifications or experience, you may be required to take the Summer Session in Economics and Quantitative Methods as a condition of your offer. Alternatively, the Session can also be taken as a stand-alone course.
Students living in
Domestic
£11,200 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£25,900 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£25,900 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, University of London