The Health Economics Masters Degree at the University of Galway equips you with the essential economic tools to analyse individual behaviours within health and healthcare systems. You will explore alternative models for healthcare finance and delivery, and master the application of economic evaluation, preference elicitation, and econometric techniques to inform critical healthcare resource allocation decisions. This programme is ideal for aspiring professionals seeking to understand and influence global health policy and the healthcare industry through robust economic analysis.
This postgraduate programme is studied full-time on campus over one year, featuring a blend of lectures, practical workshops, tutorials, and seminars delivered by academic and industry experts. You will engage with core modules in health economics, econometrics, and research methods, alongside optional subjects tailored to your interests. The curriculum culminates in a supervised minor dissertation or an applied placement project, typically completed over a summer. You will graduate prepared for diverse career paths in pharmaceutical companies, health economics consulting, public sector roles, and academic research.