European Master in Health Economics and Management
A joint interdisciplinary master’s programme across four European universities for health policy, economics, and management.
Best for:Best for students seeking an internationally recognized master’s degree in health economics and management with interdisciplinary exposure and cross-European mobility.
Overview
The European Master in Health Economics and Management (EU-HEM) is a two-year interdisciplinary programme offered jointly by the University of Oslo, Erasmus University Rotterdam, MCI Innsbruck, and the University of Bologna. It provides students with a comprehensive education in health economics, policy, management, leadership, and governance through a collaborative curriculum spanning four leading European universities. Graduates earn a joint diploma recognized across all partner institutions, with national degree titles varying by country. The programme emphasizes mobility, offering students the opportunity to specialize in fields like Economics & Policy, Economic Evaluation, Management of Healthcare Institutions, or Population Health Management while benefiting from Erasmus+ grants for travel and modest fieldwork support.
What you'll do
- Study interdisciplinary courses in health economics, policy, management, leadership, and governance across four European universities.
- Specialize in one of four fields: Economics & Policy, Economic Evaluation, Management of Healthcare Institutions, or Population Health Management.
- Conduct fieldwork and thesis research, with support for travel expenses outside the EU/EEA.
- Engage in collaborative projects and seminars with peers from partner universities.
- Develop a joint diploma recognized by all participating institutions upon successful completion.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Economics, Health Sciences, Public Administration, or related disciplines.
Degree offered: Master of Philosophy (Norway), Master of Science (Netherlands), Master of Arts (Austria), Laurea Magistrale (Italy)
Language: English proficiency (level not explicitly stated but implied for international collaboration).
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills for health economics and policy analysis.
- Basic proficiency in academic research and writing.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an international and interdisciplinary setting.
- Open to international applicants with a valid passport or residency permit.
- No specific age restrictions mentioned.
- No prior work experience required.
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How to apply
Applicants must apply directly through the University of Oslo’s application portal for the EU-HEM programme. The process involves submitting academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, and proof of English proficiency. Additional documents may be required depending on the applicant’s background. Detailed instructions are available on the programme’s official website.
- CV or curriculum vitae
- Bachelor’s degree transcripts and diploma
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Letter of recommendation (number not specified)
Contact
EU-HEM Admissions Office· Admissions Coordinator
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