| Unit name | Health Economics |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EFIMM0038 |
| Credit points | 15 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Professor. Stephanie von Hinke |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) |
ECONM1010 Microeconomics; ECONM1022 Econometrics. |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you may not take alongside this one | |
| School/department | School of Economics |
| Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
This unit aims to provide comprehensive training in using economic analyses to explore different aspects of the economics of health and health care. The unit will cover topics such as the demand for health, the economics of obesity, health insurance, equity in health care finance and delivery, and cost-benefit and cost-effectiveness analysis. In addition, the course will cover and analyse the recent empirical evidence on such topics. On completing the module, students will be able to understand the main economic theories and empirical applications in the area, as well as evaluate existing and new health policies and interventions within a formal economic framework.
This unit provides a thorough and in-depth treatment of different theories and concepts in the economics of health and health care. It ensures that students obtain a rigorous understanding of the main economic theories in the area, allowing them to evaluate health policies and interventions within a formal economic framework. This will enable them to critically evaluate journal articles and start discussing their own independent research projects.
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions such as online teaching for large and small group, face-to-face small group classes (where possible) and interactive learning activities
Coursework (approx. 600 words) (25%)
Exam (approx 1,500-2,000 words) (75%)
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How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
