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Overview
Health economics is becoming increasingly integral to how healthcare systems are organised in many countries, to maximise the efficiency and value for money of the services provided.
The aim of this module is to help students understand how these techniques are used in decision-making around the world, how to collect and analyse the relevant evidence needed for decision-making, and how to work within these systems to obtain funding and support for investment in public health.
Future careers
This Global Health Economics module at the University of Salford can be taken as stand-alone for the purposes of continuing professional development or as part of the MSc Public Health. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of a range of contemporary global public health issues.
Programme Structure
You will:- understand the principles of health economics and economic evaluation, and those these inform decision-making in healthcare systems around the world
- analyse economic data and evidence to assess the value for money of alternative public health approaches and interventions
- learn how to produce a business case for investment into a public health priority area of your choosing
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Credits
15 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Salford, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Economics Health Sciences View 558 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- An Honours degree – normally 2.2 or above, preferably in a health related subject.
- An equivalent academic or professional qualification from the UK or elsewhere.
Tuition Fees
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Living costs
Salford
United Kingdom
500 - 800 GBP / month
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