Overview

The Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy (Global) program from University of Newcastle has been developed in response to the increasingly difficult global challenges arising within the healthcare sectors. By developing your leadership and management skills and your understanding of the economics and governance of health policies, you will be equipped to respond innovatively to these international challenges.

The program will foster new skills for those already employed within the sector, as well as adding value to future employees yet to enter the sector.

Career opportunities

As a graduate, you will be able to take advantage of an increasing demand within the national and international health sector for executives, managers, professionals, administrators and analysts.

You will be able to seek out career advancement opportunities for mid-high level positions within hospitals and Local Health Districts, government departments, university departments, research bodies, medical supply and pharmaceutical companies, health insurers, regulatory agencies, integrated care organisations, and not-for-profit organisations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health economics, management and policy
Complex problem-solving within the health sector
Stakeholder communication and decision making in the healthcare sector
Health Leadership
Cross- cultural management
Data analytics
Public policy and health organisation
Global health.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-05-21 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-01-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-10-29 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-05-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-02-13 00:00:00 , International

More details

International: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Economics Health Administration Public Policy View 53 other Masters in Public Policy in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 102442C

Entry into the Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy (Global) will be available to applicants who have:

A Bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline; or
A minimum 5 years organisational experience; or
Successful completion of 75% (30 units) of a UoN Faculty of Business and Law Graduate Certificate program.

Tuition Fee

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International

39130 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39130 AUD per year during 24 months.
National

25080 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25080 AUD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Newcastle

1333 - 2400 AUD /month

Living costs

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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy (Global).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Australia / Merit-based

College of International Education International Pathways Scholarship

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