Master of Health Economics and Policy

University of Adelaide, The

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00123M

The Master of Health Economics and Policy is ideal for professionals looking to progress their careers in health policy, planning and management; and who wish to make a difference to people’s health around the world. It is the only degree in Australia to offer courses in both mainstream economic theory and practice and health economics, and has a strong focus on the development of practical skills to support the application of health economics in the real-world.The degree offers an advanced understanding of how society can manage and improve the health of populations by providing hands-on experience in solving real-world health economic issues. With a flexible teaching structure that includes online study options, modern teaching methods, and wide variety of elective courses, the degree delivers a strong foundation in economics and allows students to align their studies to their educational background or career aspirations.Students learn in small groups with close supervision from leading researchers with international reputations. To complete the degree and to cement coursework learning, students have the option of completing an individual dissertation or a small group-based research project. The group projects involve the completion of an economic evaluation and the outputs of previous projects have been published in peer-reviewed journals. This program is no longer offered to Future students.

Designed for

The flexible structure of the program allows students to tailor their studies according to their educational background or career aspirations, focusing on the economic, health policy or management aspects of health care delivery and planning in countries at different stages of development

Subjects

  • Development economics
  • Health economics and policy: Health management
  • Health technologies

Standard entry requirements

  • Bachelor of Economics or equivalent
  • Or a completed Graduate Certificate in Applied Economics from the University of Adelaide. Successful applicants without a Bachelor of Economics degree will receive a packaged offer for the Graduate Certificate in Applied Economics plus Master of Health Economics and Policy (total duration 2 years full-time).

Study pathways

Applicants who have completed either the Graduate Certificate in Health Economics or Graduate Diploma in Health Economics may be granted credit towards the Master of Health Economics and Policy.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
North Terrace Domestic: $59,000
International: $80,000
No
  • Full-time : 2 years

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