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University of Liverpool: Public Health - Health Economics and Policy
| Institution | University of Liverpool |
|---|---|
| Department | Online View department profile |
| Web | https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/ |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Put public health principles into effect in a variety of settings including research, practice, policy, and at the interface of applied research.
With a specific focus on public health economics and policy at a population level, this Master of Public Health (MPH) – Health Economics and Policy is ideal if you are working in health services management, policy and planning housing, transport, community groups or governmental organisations.
The programme’s specialist focus on current public health priorities in low income countries explores the relationship between strategic health planning and policy formation. You will also critically evaluate governmental and market healthcare activities, and the behaviour of consumers and organisations in these healthcare markets. The knowledge you will gain will enable you to apply economic principles to health financing activities and mechanisms using different methods of economic evaluation.
Programme delivery takes place via the virtual learning platform, enabling you to pursue the modules in your own time, within the timeframe of each module. In addition, students on the programme are from a global community with multidisciplinary backgrounds allowing for a global exchange of knowledge.
The following MPH programmes are also available: • Master of Public Health (MPH) • Master of Public Health (MPH) – Global Mental Health • Master of Public Health (MPH) - Global Health
Sponsorship info
• 10% discount for University of Liverpool alumni
• 5% discount for up-front full tuition fee payment
MPH
| Level | NFQ Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | All applications for the Master of Public Health (MPH) - Health Economics and Policy are open to UK and international professionals who wish to study online. As an applicant you should possess: We also welcome applicants without a degree, who will be considered on the basis of holding relevant work experience. In addition to the above, applicants require a GCSE Grade 4, Grade C, or GCE O Level pass in Mathematics and English, or an equivalent qualification. All applicants must provide evidence that they have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5 (overall) and 7.0 (reading and writing). If you do not have an IELTS or equivalent certificate, you can take our free online English test to assess your proficiency. You do not need to prove your English ability if you are a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of these countries. If you do not currently meet our entry requirements, we offer a 15-credit standalone module, Practising and Promoting Public Health in a Global Context, that can provide a gateway onto the Master of Public Health (MPH) - Health Economics and Policy if completed successfully. |
| Modules | This programme consists of the following modules. You are required to complete 180 credits to achieve a full Master of Public Health (MPH) - Health Economics and Policy and 120 credits to achieve the postgraduate diploma (PGDip). |
Fees
| 17357 £ for 2025/2026 |
About us
This year the University of Liverpool is celebrating 25 years in online learning. We are recognised as one of Europe’s leading providers of wholly online postgraduate degrees. All our programmes are designed for online delivery, and our state-of-the-art learning platform encourages collaboration with fellow professionals from around the world.
Why study online with Liverpool?
- The University of Liverpool has climbed 18 places to rank 147th in the QS World University Rankings 2026, securing a spot among the top 150 universities worldwide.
- We achieved Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Learning …
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