This unit has been discontinued.
Introduction
This unit aims to provide participants with a basic understanding of health economics, its value and limitations. It will familiarise participants with the application of economic theory to health and health care issues, and review and analyse policy and practice in the health care sector. There will be a particular focus on economic evaluation, why it is important for decision-making and how it is undertaken. Students will be required to engage in on-line discussions on relevant topics, carry out a critical appraisal of some economic analysis and complete a written assignment.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Health Economics |
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| Unit code | CAM628 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Health and Medicine Tasmanian School of Medicine |
| Discipline | Medicine |
| Coordinator | Megan Smith |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Fees
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Fully Flexible on-line |
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| Assessment | Critical review of a journal article/essay (2000 words) (35%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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