MSc / PGDip Health Economics and Econometrics at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

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. Gain access to 'Introduction to Health Economics' and other CPD courses - available for potential applicants free of charge.

Department: Medicine | Duration: 1 year (full-time) | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The programme comprises 120 credits of taught material and a 60 credit dissertation. You will study six compulsory taught modules. Modules include Economic Evaluation in Health Care, Introduction to Health Economics, Applied Econometrics and Policy Analysis, Dissertation, Microeconomics, Modelling for Health Economics, Research Methods for Health Economics.

Career pathways

Our MSc Health Economics and Econometrics degree combines applied health economics and specialised economic modules to teach the in-demand skills that are currently in short supply. This degree is perfect if you're aiming for a career as a health economist in industry, the health service, or academia.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree You should have a 2:1 Honours degree in Economics or related subject. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,790 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 26,730 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year (full-time)

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.bham.ac.uk/course-finder-landing-page/?code=CMH049

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