Department of Economics

MSc in Economics & Health Economics

This MSc programme is run jointly with the School of Health and Related Research at the University of Sheffield. It is aimed at students who wish to pursue careers as applied economists in the health sector and at those who wish to continue with academic research.

The programme emphasises the development of the advanced analytical and technical capabilities required for applied economics, and how these skills can be used to address the important issues and problems involved in allocating resources in the health sector. This emphasis is achieved through first semester economics modules, followed by second semester development and application of these skills.

MSc in Economics & Health Economics is the only programme in the UK to offer the Medical Research Council (MRC) Advanced Course Masters studentship. Currently the fund covers 2 students per year and will be available for the 2007/08 and 2008/09 intake. The studentship covers the UK fee, and a standard research council stipend. Eligibility is set by the MRC and the applicant should be a UK or EU citizen who has been living in the UK for 3 consecutive years prior to the start of the course. More information is available at:

www.shef.ac.uk/economics/news/20060209.html