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Health Economics and Econometrics

Institution
University of Birmingham · Birmingham Medical School
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

You should have a 2:1 Honours degree in Economics or related subject.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Health economists play a crucial role in driving evidence-based decision-making and shaping the future of care. Join our programme and gain specialised skills that are in high demand.

Whether you're aiming for a career as a health economist in industry, the health service, or academia, this programme is tailored to help you make a real impact.

You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of health economics and advanced econometric techniques, learning how to apply them to solve economic and policy issues in healthcare.

Follow a more econometrics-based pathway in health economics and learn how to turn data into impactful solutions!

This programme is designed to equip you with the skills to effectively use, analyse, and interpret the large datasets now available in health systems. You’ll also gain insight into how this data relates to health and economic issues and policies.

  • Gain advanced technical training in examining health issues from an economics perspective.
  • Build your analytical ability to relate theories and research findings to employment experiences.
  • Enhance your understanding of the role of health economics in healthcare decision-making.

Fees and funding

UK students
£11,250
International students
£25,830

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

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