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Master of Health Economics and Policy

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Masters by Coursework

Duration 2 years full-time or part-time equiv.

SATAC Code 3CM112

2012
ATAR TBC

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  • Program Outline

    The program is designed to provide specialisation in the related fields of health economics, health policy and health care management with a particular focus on international health systems. Graduates will develop the capacity to design health reform programs, analyse policy effectiveness, perform economic evaluations of health care interventions, and identify challenges for policy implementation and governance issues by combining management skills with a sound knowledge of economics and public health policies.

    The flexible structure of the program allows students to tailor their studies according to their educational background or career aspirations, focussing on the economic, health policy or management aspects of health care delivery and planning in countries at different stages of development.

  • Program Structure

    The program consists of course work comprising core courses in the areas of Health Economics and Policy, Economic Methods, Public Policy and Management, and electives in the areas above or other approved courses offered by the Faculty of Health Sciences or the Faculty of the Professions. Students with at least a Distinction average may also choose to complete a dissertation on a research project.

    Applicants who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Economics may be granted credit towards the Master of Health Economics and Policy.

  • Assessment

    Exams, presentations and written assignments.

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  • Admission and Fee Information

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
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    Domestic applicants

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    SATAC Code 3CM112
    Annual tuition fees
    Australian Full-fee place: $19,000
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry only.
    A completed Bachelor of Economics or equivalent; or a completed Graduate Certificate in Economics from the University of Adelaide.
    Assumed Knowledge
    SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies or equivalent.
    Additional Entry Requirements
    All applicants must send to the Discipline of Public Health within five working days after applying the following information: a written statement of 500 words (maximum) on their reasons for wishing to undertake the program and a Curriculum Vitae. The form for this information can be downloaded from the Discipline of Public Health website (www.health.adelaide.edu.au/publichealth/)
    How to Apply
    SATAC Code: 3CM112
    Apply to SATAC code 3CM120 for a packaged offer of Master of Health Economics and Policy AND Graduate Certificate in Economics. Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant?

    IELTS Overall 6.5 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees International student place: $27,000
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    CRICOS 064443K
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry only
    Prerequisites
    Bachelor of Economics or equivalent. Students without a Bachelor of Economics must complete the Graduate Certificate in Economics at the University of Adelaide first (6 month duration).
    Equivalent Scores
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6.5
    6
    6
    6
    6
    Additional Entry Requirements
    Applicants will need to provide a Curriculum Vitae, 2 referee reports and a 500 word statement supporting their application.
    How to Apply

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

    Annual tuition fees International student place: $27,000
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry only
    Assumed Knowledge
    SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies or equivalent.
  • Areas of Specialisation

    The choice of electives allows students to tailor their program according to their educational background and career aspirations. In addition to a generalist track, there are three options for specialisation in:

    • health management
    • health technologies
    • development economics

    Refer to the Study Plans section below for further information.

  • Study Plans

    The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2013 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    Core Courses - 8 courses

    Electives - Select 4 courses from the following:

    Refer to the list of Elective Courses below.

    For candidates without adequate training in Public Health:

    Candidates without adequate training in Public Health (an undergraduate medical or health sciences degree, or a graduate certificate or higher in public health) must complete the following qualifying course and 3 electives courses listed below.

    Public Health Qualifying Course - PUB HLTH 7100 Foundations of Public Health

    Electives

    Economics Public Health Management

    Students who have achieved a Distinction average in the 8 core courses may undertake the following options:

    • PUB HLTH 7119 Dissertation in Health Economics and Policy (full time)
    • PUB HLTH 7120 Dissertation in Health Economics and Policy (part time)

    * These courses are available for students with an appropriate level of mathematical and statistical background.

    Specialisation

    To fulfil the requirements for specialisation, students have to complete the prescribed elective courses below from one specialisation area.

    Health Management

    Select 4 courses:

    Health Technologies

    Select 3 courses:

    Development Economics

    Select 3 courses:

  • Career Opportunities

    Graduates can expect to find employment in Ministries of Health around the world, health insurance funds, the pharmaceutical industry, management consultancies, academia and international organisations. The program is ideal for professionals in mid-career health policy, planning and management roles or those who plan a career in these fields.

    Potential careers

    Policy Adviser, Health Economist, Public Health Management

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    Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)

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