MPH Public Health (Health Economics)

Glasgow

 

INTAKE: September

Program Overview

The MPH Public Health (Health Economics) program at the University of Glasgow offers students a comprehensive education in the field of public health, with a specialization in health economics. The program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful careers in health economics research, health policy analysis, health technology assessment, or public health management. 

  1. Course Structure: The MPH Public Health (Health Economics) program is typically a one-year full-time course, comprising a combination of core modules, specialized health economics modules, practical training, and a research project.

  2. Core Modules: The program covers essential core modules that provide a solid foundation in public health principles, epidemiology, biostatistics, research methods, and health promotion. These modules provide a comprehensive understanding of public health concepts and their interface with health economics.

  3. Specialized Health Economics Modules: The program offers specialized modules focusing on health economics theories, health policy analysis, economic evaluation of healthcare interventions, health systems, and decision-making in public health. These modules equip students with the skills to assess the economic impact of public health policies and interventions.

  4. Practical Training: The University of Glasgow emphasizes practical learning and offers opportunities for students to engage in hands-on training. This may include economic modeling workshops, health technology assessment exercises, or practical projects working with real-world health economic data.

  5. Research Project: As part of the program, students undertake a research project in public health economics. This allows them to apply their knowledge and skills to address a specific public health research question, conduct economic analysis, and generate evidence-based recommendations.

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Location

Glasgow

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Score

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fee

£ 27930

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

  • Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
  • English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
    • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
    • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
    • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
  • Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies. 

  1. University of Glasgow International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. It provides a tuition fee discount for postgraduate programs at the University of Glasgow.
  2. Santander Scholarships: The University of Glasgow has a partnership with Santander Bank, which offers scholarships to support international students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
  3. GREAT Scholarships: The University of Glasgow participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative of the UK government and British universities. These scholarships are awarded to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
  4. Sir Fitzroy Maclean Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a postgraduate degree in either the School of Humanities or the School of Social and Political Sciences.
  5. Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
  6. Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying any postgraduate program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
  7. Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.

Completing an MPH in Public Health (Health Economics) from the University of Glasgow opens up diverse and promising career opportunities in various sectors. 

  1. Health Economist: Graduates can work as health economists in research institutions, government agencies, or consultancy firms. They can conduct economic evaluations of healthcare interventions, analyze health system performance, and inform policy-making to optimize resource allocation.

  2. Health Policy Analyst: Graduates can work as health policy analysts, contributing to the development and evaluation of public health policies and interventions. They can provide economic insights, conduct cost-effectiveness analyses, and assess the financial impact of health policies.

  3. Health Technology Assessment Specialist: Graduates can work in health technology assessment roles, evaluating the cost-effectiveness and value for money of new healthcare technologies, pharmaceuticals, or medical devices.

  4. Public Health Consultant: Graduates can work as public health consultants, providing expertise and guidance on health economics, cost-benefit analyses, and health financing strategies to improve population health outcomes.

  5. Health Data Analyst: Graduates can work as health data analysts, utilizing their skills in health economics and data analysis to examine health trends, identify cost drivers, and assess the economic impact of public health interventions.


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