MSc Health Economics and Econometrics

The MSc Health Economics and Econometrics course offered by the University of Birmingham provides students with a solid foundation in health economics and advanced skills in econometrics. By studying the economic behaviour of individuals, firms, and policy, students will be able to understand how resources are allocated in health care. This is a one-year, full-time or two years part-time course and it is designed for those who have a background in economics and are looking to specialise in health care.Course Content: The course is structured into three components: Six core modules, optional modules (Chosen from a range), and a research project/dissertation. The core modules are intended to provide students with a specialised pathway in health economics, health policy, and econometrics. Moreover, the research project seeks to develop research skills and allows students to specialise in a specific area of health economics or health policy.Key Modules: The six core modules students will undertake are Microeconomics, Econometrics, Health Economics, Advanced Health Economics, Health Care Organisation and Decision Making, and Health Econometrics.Accreditations: The MSc Health Economics and Econometrics is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society. After successfully completing the course, students will be granted ‘GradStat’ status.Future Careers: Graduates of the MSc Health Economics and Econometrics course can expect to find roles in public and private sectors, health agencies, consulting firms, and international organisations, among others.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.