HP4B9E Half Unit
Dissertation in Health Economics, Policy and Management
This information is for the 2024/25 session.
Teacher responsible
Mr George Wharton COW2.14
Availability
This course is compulsory on the Executive MSc in Health Economics, Policy and Management. This course is not available as an outside option.
Course content
The aim of the dissertation is for students to pursue an independent piece of research that will contribute to the field of health economics, health policy or health management.
The contribution of the work to the chosen field must be made clear. The output will be a piece of work of 5000 words or less that is written in an article format that is suitable for submission to a peer reviewed journal. Students must obtain the approval of their supervisor and have ethics approval before embarking on any research.
Arrangements for supervision
Students' tutors will act as their dissertation supervisor in the first instance. The Programme Director can recommend changes to supervision and/or secondary supervision should the topic of research warrant it.
Teaching
The dissertation process is supported by three teaching sessions.
Formative coursework
Dissertation Proposal submitted in Winter Term (Year 2).
Assessment
Dissertation (100%, 5000 words).
Student performance results
(2020/21 - 2022/23 combined)
| Classification | % of students |
|---|---|
| Distinction | 16.4 |
| Merit | 44.5 |
| Pass | 30.5 |
| Fail | 8.6 |
Key facts
Department: Health Policy
Total students 2023/24: Unavailable
Average class size 2023/24: Unavailable
Controlled access 2023/24: No
Value: Half Unit
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