Health Economics (32 units)

University of Queensland

About

This program provides graduate training in all aspects of health economics, meeting the clear need for comprehensive programs in Australia and internationally.

A joint initiative of UQ's School of Economics and School of Population Health, this program is designed for people intending to work in the health sector.

No prior knowledge or training in economics is required for this program.

The program offers students the opportunity to develop strong analytical skills and is a qualification which may further career opportunities in national and international health agencies.

This highly specialised program provides critical insight into the complex economic issues in health sector administration, and the economic impacts of decisions.

Students may take elective courses in analytical techniques, including applied econometrics, public economics, health finance, epidemiology, business and economic decision techniques, benefit-cost analysis, and health and development.

Structure

The program plan for this program can be found here. Some courses are offered at UQ's Herston campus.

Courses

See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Health Economics.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

  • Master of Advanced Economics
  • Doctor of Philosophy

Entry requirements

To complete the Master of Health Economics

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Health Economics, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

To complete the program, a student must complete 32 units from the MHEcon list comprising - (a) 24 units from part A of the list; and (b) 8 units from part B of the list. If exemptions apply for Part A courses, students are to undertake electives from Part B. With Head of School approval, a student may include 2 units for a level 7 course towards part B. Refer to the MHEcon (32 units) rules for further information. The program plan for this program can be found here.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Early exit points

Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:

  • Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies (#8)
  • Graduate Diploma in Economics (#16)

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