MSc Health Policy, Planning and Financing

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

The MSc Health Policy, Planning and Financing teaches you to critically analyse issues in health policy, planning and financing. The programme enables students to devise appropriate health policy responses, and make valuable contributions to local, national, or international health services and system.This is a joint programme co-designed and co-delivered with the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), where students will benefit from the expertise, resources, and networks available at both institutions.What you'll learn:Critically understand a diverse range of international and national health policies, including current and emerging trendsGain knowledge of selected topics related to the study of health policy, planning and financing, such as epidemiology, health economics, and social sciencesDevelop skills in applying conceptual and theoretical knowledge using a multidisciplinary approach to formulate, design, implement, evaluate and appraise health policies and plansKnow how to assess and communicate empirical evidence, including critically appraising debates relevant to issues of health policyGrow your research and presentation skills, including the ability to plan and carry out a literature search to evaluate research findings.Graduate destinations:Career destinations after graduation are wide and varied, reflecting the diverse international mix and multi-disciplinary nature of the Health Policy, Planning and Financing class. Graduates from the programme are typically employed by national governments, international organisations, research/management consultancy, industry and the voluntary sector.Mentorship Programme:As a student in the LSE Department of Health Policy, you'll be able to apply to take part in our Mentorship Programme. The programme connects current students with one of our alumni, active in a wide range of fields, to provide career mentoring as students graduate from the MSc courses. The programme gives students greater insight into career prospects after graduation and will help students build connections with current health policy leaders and experts to build their network.