MSc International Health Policy (Health Economics) at London School of Economics and Political Science

Specialise in advanced principles of health economics, statistical methods and econometrics, and apply your knowledge to important issues in health policy. The MSc International Health Policy (Health Economics) is a stream of the MSc International Health Policy programme which allows you to study and specialise in advanced health economics. You'll learn advanced principles of health economics, statistical methods and econometrics and learn to apply them in examining important issues in health policy.

Department: Department of Health Policy  |  Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Intake: 27 September 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You'll take three compulsory half-unit taught courses and will complete a compulsory 6,000-word dissertation which may be written in conjunction with a summer placement within a government department, international agency, private organisation, or academic research institution. The purpose of the dissertation is to allow students to explore a particular topic or a relevant policy issue in some depth. Compulsory and core courses include Health Care Economic Evaluation, Advanced Health Economics, Applied Health Econometrics, Dissertation in Health Policy.

Career pathways

Professional destinations after completing the degree include consultancies, pharmaceutical companies, health services, international organisations, government departments and agencies and NGOs as well as employment in research or further study for a PhD. As a student in the LSE Department of Health Policy, you will be able to apply to take part in our Mentorship Programme.

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