Master of Health Economics
Develop expertise in economic modelling and policy analysis to drive evidence-based healthcare decision-making globally.
Best for:Best for professionals with a bachelor’s degree in economics, healthcare, or related disciplines, or those with two years of relevant work experience seeking to advance their careers in health policy, economics, or healthcare management.
Overview
The Master of Health Economics at Deakin University is a coursework-based programme designed for professionals seeking to apply economic principles to healthcare systems. This programme equips graduates with advanced skills in resource allocation, economic modelling, and policy analysis, enabling them to influence healthcare practices and policies on a global scale. Students engage in rigorous coursework to understand how data-driven decisions can improve healthcare outcomes. The programme is delivered online, offering flexibility for working professionals. Applicants come from diverse backgrounds, including those with relevant work experience or academic qualifications in related fields.
What you'll do
- Complete 12 or 16 credit points of coursework depending on prior qualifications and experience.
- Engage in advanced study of economic principles and their application to healthcare systems.
- Develop skills in resource allocation, economic modelling, and policy analysis.
- Apply learned concepts to real-world healthcare scenarios and policy challenges.
- Collaborate with peers and faculty to enhance understanding of healthcare economics.
- Conduct research and analysis to inform evidence-based healthcare decision-making.
Requirements
Degree required: Completion of a bachelor’s degree or higher in a related discipline OR a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least two years of relevant work experience (or equivalent part-time experience).
Language: English proficiency (not explicitly stated but implied for online programme).
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills for economic modelling.
- Ability to interpret and apply economic theories to healthcare contexts.
- Proficiency in research methods and data analysis.
- Experience in policy analysis or healthcare-related work (if applicable).
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree or higher in a related discipline OR a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least two years of relevant work experience.
- Evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent if prior qualifications are not standard.
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Applicants must submit an application through Deakin University’s official portal. Required documents typically include academic transcripts, proof of relevant work experience (if applicable), and evidence of English proficiency. The application process involves filling out an online form and uploading the necessary documents.
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree or higher)
- Proof of relevant work experience (if applicable)
- Evidence of English proficiency (if not from an English-speaking country)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
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