Master of Health Economics (MHEcon)

Gain an understanding of the complex economic issues in health administration and find innovative solutions to global health problems to make real and sustainable differences to people's lives.

The Master of Health Economics program is a joint initiative of UQ's School of Economics and School of Population Health. You'll work closely with leading academic staff from both schools.

Study can be tailored to suit your career path, with specialised electives in health financing, public economics, health systems and cost effectiveness. You'll also have the option to complete an original research thesis.

The two-year program is ideal for graduates or healthcare professionals who don't have an economics undergraduate degree, with initial study providing a strong grounding in core economic and public health principles.

Upon graduation you'll have developed the tools to create change and solve problems in health policy and healthcare, so you can contribute to the long-term sustainability of healthcare systems in Australia or overseas.

Program highlights

• Train with academic and industry leaders who will prepare you to tackle some of the major issues facing global health.
• Redefine your career by gaining comprehensive training in health economics – a speciality field in ever-increasing demand in Australia and internationally.
• Immerse yourself in a rewarding program that offers a diverse range of subjects and access the latest health economics research via UQ's Centre for the Business and Economics of Health.
• Enjoy an enriching study experience surrounded by people with common goals who will inspire and empower you to create change.