Taught modules
You'll study two taught modules in Year 1, while beginning work on your research project. You'll pick one of three core modules listed for semester 1, and then Health Economics for Research in semester 2.
Semester 1
Semester 2
In Years 2 and 3 you will continue to pursue your research project, culminating in the submission of a doctoral thesis. This course includes an additional, optional ‘write up’ year following the end of the formal registration period.
Teaching opportunities
We offer our PhD students the chance to become paid graduate teaching assistants (GTAs). The role can provide you with financial support towards the completion of your degree and develop your communication and teaching skills.
All offer holders and current students are invited to apply for GTA positions via email each July.
Course location
This course is run by the Department of Economics and Related Studies.
You’ll be based in the Department of Economics and Related Studies on Campus West. You'll need to be on campus regularly during your first year to attend taught assessments.
Your PhD can be studied through distance learning from Year 2 onwards, subject to supervisory approval before receiving your offer. If you would like to be considered for distance learning, please inform your prospective supervisor(s) during your online interview, and our Postgraduate Research Administrator, Maigen Savory (maigen.savory@york.ac.uk).
Entry requirements
Applicants to the PhD in Health Economics are usually required to hold a Bachelors degree in Economics with a 2:1 or 1st class honours (or overseas equivalent), and an MSc in Health Economics, Economics, or a closely related discipline, with a high average mark (60% or above, including at least 60% in the dissertation component).
English language requirements
If English is not your first language you must provide evidence of your ability.
Check your English language requirements
Applying
Apply for the PhD
Take a look at the supporting documents you may need for your application.
Find out more about how to apply.
Research proposal
You’ll submit a research proposal alongside your application. Your research proposal should be no longer than 2,000 words, and provide details on:
- Your main research question
- The relevant literature and your planned contribution to the current research in the area
- The econometric and/or theoretical modelling methods you plan to use
- Your data source(s) if you plan on conducting empirical research
As part of your application, you'll be interviewed by one or two academic staff members, including your prospective supervisor(s). The interview will last around 30 minutes to an hour, with plenty of time for you to ask questions and find out what York has to offer.
Before submitting your proposal, we advise you to check that your research fits the Department’s research interests. As part of your application, please nominate at least one preferred supervisor.
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