MSc Economic Evaluation for Health Technology Assessment

Our MSc in Economic Evaluation for Health Technology Assessment will give you the tools you need to solidify the knowledge you have gained in your PGCert and PGDip Health Economics for Health Care Professionals.

Mounting pressure on healthcare budgets worldwide has focused attention on how best to organise health care systems and the spending within them. The University of York distance learning courses in health economics allow you to gain a qualification without interrupting your career, and offer the flexibility to spread study over a period of years to suit your professional and personal circumstances.

This course will give you a comprehensive knowledge of health economics, which you can apply directly to the problems you face in the workplace.

Teaching format

Each module will be delivered through narrated slides, and you will also have access to a workbook containing references to additional reading and exercises. Some modules will also be supplemented with a textbook containing core material. Your teaching will be supported using the University's virtual learning environment, Yorkshare. You'll have access to:

• discussion boards monitored by a tutor
• an assessed work submission facility
• a private messaging service for contacting your tutor, administrative staff and fellow students.

Careers and skills

This is a Continuing Professional Development course and is designed for those who are already employed.