Overview
Key facts
The Health Economics and Policy programme is suitable for both UK-based and international students. It provides an opportunity for those seeking to enhance their academic knowledge of the discipline and be better qualified for positions in the public sector, pharmaceutical companies or international organisations. Our postgraduate students extend their knowledge beyond a single discipline and possess a wide range of skills to aid employability.
The programme begins with a compulsory three-day Induction Academy in Lancaster University followed by modules delivered online. In Year 1 students take two specialist modules that cover the theory and practice of health economics and policy as well as a module on data analysis. Year 2 starts with an optional autumn Academy in Lancaster followed by an online module on systematic literature reviewing and completion of a dissertation.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Induction Academy
- Health Economics: principles and practice
- Systematic approaches to literature reviews and evidence synthesis
- Data Analysis
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Economics Public Health Data Science & Big Data View 507 other Masters in Economics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant subject. In exceptional cases, relevant work experience will be considered for those without an upper second class honours degree.
Tuition Fee
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International
11850 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11850 GBP per year during 24 months. -
National
4910 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4910 GBP per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Lancaster
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.