PhD in Health Economics and Policy

PhD

Distance

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    PhD

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Duration

    48 Months

  • Start date

    Different dates available

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

The specialist taught modules include both the theory and practice of health economics and policy. The PhD will be oriented towards empirical research but is supported by a selection of taught courses providing skills in up-to-date research techniques in economics and health services research. This ensures that our postgraduate students extend their knowledge beyond a single discipline, and possess a wide range of skills to aid employability.

It also builds upon the expertise held at Lancaster regarding blended learning and will utilise innovative live online interactive lectures. Additionally, the Health Economics at Lancaster (HEAL) team has specific expertise necessary for the proposed programme, complemented by the expertise existing in the Economics department at Lancaster University Management School (LUMS). The team have expertise in health economics, health policy and economic evaluation. Current research being undertaken by the members of the teams will influence all aspects of the module.

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Location

Start date

Distance Learning

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

The PhD in Health Economics and Policy provides opportunities to gain a deeper and more critical insight into health economics theory, research and practice, whether they are based within healthcare settings, industry, international organisations, local government, education, research, or management. This programme meets the needs of those wishing to enhance their research skills, develop their understanding of theory, policy and practice, and make an original contribution to knowledge development within their field, while at the same time fulfilling their existing responsibilities. The course is aimed at individuals based in international settings or in the UK. The programme is offered part-time and via blended/distance e-learning.

Applicants should hold the minimum of an upper second class honours degree, or its equivalent, in economics, or other relevant discipline with a significant quantitative content such as statistics, pharmacy, medicine and management. Qualifications and/or experience deemed by the University to be of an equivalent standard will be also considered.

IELTS: At least 6.5 overall (minimum element scores apply)

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Subjects

  • Economics
  • Team Training
  • Health Economics
  • Philosophy
  • Philosophy of Research
  • Health research
  • Induction Academy
  • Principles of Research Design
  • Practical Research Ethics
  • Synthesis
  • Data analysis

Course programme

You will study a range of modules as part of your course, some examples of which are listed below.

Core

    • Health Economics: principles and practice
    • Philosophy of Research
    • Theory and Methods: Choices for Health Research
    • Induction Academy

Core

    • Principles of Research Design and Practical Research Ethics
    • Systematic approaches to literature reviews and evidence synthesis
    • Data Analysis

Information contained on the website with respect to modules is correct at the time of publication, but changes may be necessary, for example as a result of student feedback, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies' (PSRB) requirements, staff changes, and new research.

Additional information

Overseas Part Time Fee - £8,640

PhD in Health Economics and Policy

Price on request