Health Policy, Planning and Financing London School of Economics and Political Science

Overview

The M.Sc. Health Policy, Planning and Financing at the London School of Economics and Political Science is a collaborative programme designed to equip students with the skills to critically analyse complex health system issues. By combining the expertise of two world-leading institutions, the curriculum enables students to devise impactful policy responses for local and international health services. This multidisciplinary degree focuses on the intersection of social sciences, epidemiology, and economics to address global healthcare challenges.

Why Health Policy, Planning and Financing at the London School of Economics and Political Science?

This programme offers a unique dual-institutional experience, drawing on the extensive resources and networks of both the London School of Economics and Political Science and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. Students benefit from teaching by world-leading academics who actively advise national governments and international agencies. The department is home to renowned research hubs, including LSE Health and the Care Policy and Evaluation Centre, ensuring that the curriculum is informed by the latest global health research and social care innovations.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 30400 per year
• National fee: GBP 16100 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum combines core training in financial management with a wide range of elective options from both participating institutions. Students must also complete a substantial independent research project. Modules may include:

• Financing Health Care
• Health Services
• Health Policy Process and Power
• Pharmaceutical Economics and Policy
• Measuring Health System Performance
• Global Health Policy: Institutions, Actors and Politics
• Social Determinants of Health
• Health Care Economic Evaluation

Careers with Health Policy, Planning and Financing

Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles across the global health landscape, frequently securing positions within national governments, international organisations, and the voluntary sector. The diverse nature of the cohort prepares students for high-level careers in research, management consultancy, and the pharmaceutical industry. Common sectors for employment include health and social care, consultancy, and professional scientific activities.

To support professional growth, students can access a dedicated mentorship programme that connects them with an extensive network of alumni. This initiative provides valuable insights into the industry and helps building connections with current health policy leaders. Career support also includes practical workshops on interview management and recruitment strategies, ensuring graduates are competitive in the global job market.