Mestrado em Economia da Saúde e Política de Saúde Online

Brunel's Health Economics & Health Policy MSc online aims to facilitate you to gain advanced skills, principles and knowledge for a career in healthcare and health policy organisations (e.g. health services, government, universities, the non-profit sector, research units, pharmaceutical industry). Develop a critical approach to health economics and the application of economic tools to evaluate healthcare intervention and policy, whilst acquiring advanced academic and research skills.

About the programme

Health Economics and Health Policy MSc is a fully online postgraduate programme for today’s aspiring Health Economics professionals. This programme has an active learning and research-led approach and allows you to study with Brunel from anywhere in the world.

Graduates of this programme develop the skills and knowledge required to pursue an impactful career in global health economics and health policy. The course is particularly beneficial to professionals who are currently working in health and social care, local government, education, and the voluntary sector.

The MSc in Health Economics and Health Policy online aims to facilitate you to gain advanced skills, principles and knowledge for a career in healthcare and health policy organisations (e.g. health services, government, universities, the non-profit sector, research units, pharmaceutical industry).

You will develop a critical approach to health economics and the application of economic tools to evaluate healthcare intervention and policy, whilst acquiring advanced academic and research skills.

About Brunel University London

Brunel University London takes its name from one of Britain’s most influential engineers, Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Our alumni continue to follow in his footsteps in the field of civil engineering, as well as working across the manufacturing, service, and government sectors globally. Brunel’s 'International Outlook' is recognised as amongst the best in the world, ranked 28th in the 2021 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and we are dedicated to helping you develop the academic and personal skills needed for success in the real world.

Why choose Brunel Online -

• 72% world leading / internationally excellent research output.
• Top 40 research intensive university, 58th globally Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022.
• 4th in UK for International Outlook, Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
• Study anytime, anyplace with 100% online degrees.
• 1500+ online students with alumni network of 154K students.

Study Online

Studying online gives you the opportunity to earn an internationally recognised UK master’s degree without leaving your home. You are not obliged to attend campus lectures, meaning you can watch them on the online platform at times that work for you. During the course of your studies, you’ll have access to:

• Engaging study materials: Your resources will include video lectures, case studies, class forums and podcasts.
• Support and guidance: Your dedicated programme tutor will guide your academic development from day one.
• Your virtual campus: Study from any location and build connections with like-minded professionals worldwide.
• Open Library: Online students will have full access to Brunel’s expansive digital library for books, articles, and electronic resources.

By studying your degree online, you’ll join a network of students and professionals around the world, learning and connecting to enrich their lives, and taking the next positive steps towards rewarding careers.

Students will also have access to Brunel’s Professional Development Center (PDC). The Professional Development Centre boosts students’ employability by helping them develop the skills and experience needed to stand out in the international job market and prepare for an impactful career.

Recently voted by students as the 5th best Careers Service in the country, Brunel’s Professional Development Centre has garnered respect for its experienced staff and exceptional career support. Brunel’s PDC team guides students through the stages of developing and reaching professional goals and assists with writing effective applications and preparing students for interviews. Every year, the team coordinates career fairs and industry-specific events for students to meet and network with potential employers in their chosen field.

Why study this course?

• This programme is designed to develop a deeper understanding of healthcare economics and investigate policy solutions to emergent challenges.
• You will learn to examine healthcare financing models, provider reimbursement mechanisms, incentives, and the implications for healthcare markets.
• The extensive curriculum teaches you to build up knowledge and skills in reflective practice, research, communication, transferable skills and working in online groups.

Duration

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Brunel University London, named after Britain’s influential engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, has consistently delivered academic excellence since opening its doors in 1966. In its more than 50 years of educational instruction, the university has received several distinctions and is currently named 34th in the world for international outlook (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020).

The University is proud of its renowned academics, who both develop Brunel’s programmes and deliver their globally renowned research. These educators prepare graduates for rewarding careers by providing real-world skills to apply in the workplace.

History and Education

Brunel University London is named after one of Britain’s most notable engineers, Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Several Brunel graduates have gone on to become leaders in the worlds of public health academia, in areas such as public health economics and infectious disease control, and in engineering fields of manufacturing, civil engineering, and service and government sectors.

The University consistently strives to meet the academic standards set out by the UK Quality Code for Higher Education, published by the Quality Assurance Agency, which sets the national expectations that all UK higher education institutions are required to meet. The University’s processes and procedures consistently meet the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ) to ensure the high academic standards and quality of education which students and graduates have come to expect.

At Brunel, you study with passionate academics who are respected experts in their fields. These academics are committed to helping you develop the educational and personal skills you need for success after graduation.

Research

Brunel University London is committed to world-leading research and blends academic rigour with the needs of government, industry, and the profit and non-profit sectors globally - delivering creative solutions to complex challenges to provide, economic, cultural, and social benefit.

Online Study

Brunel’s online learning platform allows you to study your programme at a time and location that suits your schedule and outside commitments. The University’s web conference feature allows you to interact with your fellow students and has shared access to live video feeds.

During your studies, you will have access to:

• Engaging study materials: Your resources include video lectures, case studies, class forums, and podcasts.
• Support and guidance: Your dedicated programme tutor will guide you through your academic development during your studies.
• Your virtual campus: Study from any location and build connections with like-minded professionals around the globe.
• Open Library: Online students have full access to Brunel’s expansive digital library for books, articles, and electronic resources.

Why Choose us

• Brunel University London is ranked as one of the UK’s top 25 universities for graduate starting salaries.
• 72% world-leading / internationally excellent research output.
• Ranked among the top 40 research-intensive universities, 58th globally in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022.
• Brunel University London is ranked 4th in the UK and 20th in the world for international outlook, according to Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023.
• Brunel equips graduates with practical skills to address society’s challenges on a global scale and prepares them with research-led education from highly experienced tutors.
• Study anytime, anyplace with 100% online degrees.