Key Information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027: Apply before Oct 2026 (International, estimated deadline); Apply before Nov 2026 (National, estimated deadline)
Language
English — TOEFL iBT: 88
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Swansea, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Economics, Health Administration
Overview
About the programme
A PhD in Health Economics at the Swansea University Centre for Health Economics (SCHE) offers an outstanding opportunity to make an original contribution to the development and application of health economics and outcome research to real-life issues in healthcare delivery and policy.
Offering flexibility through a wholly research-based mode of study, our Health Economics course is perfect for those looking to balance work, life and study commitments.
Programme Structure
Research:
- You will develop skills in core health economic methods and analysis to design and deliver your own research project, supported by a tailor-made programme of supervision and training.
- This can include developing knowledge and skills in aspects of the use of epidemiology, quantitative research and routine data analysis as well as applying health economic analysis as part of health technology assessment, public health and evaluation of health and social care interventions and services.
- We also offer particular expertise in the area of prioritisation and in the design, use and interpretation of patient-reported outcomes.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 88
Other requirements — General requirements
- Applicants for PhD must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level and a master's degree. Alternatively, applicants with a UK first class honours degree (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University) not holding a master's degree, will be considered on an individual basis.
- As well as academic qualifications, Admissions decisions may be based on other factors, including (but not limited to): the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, intensity of competition for limited places, and relevant professional experience.
- As standard, two references are required before we can progress applications to the College/School research programme Admissions Tutor for consideration.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (non-residents): 42,858 AUD / year (≈ 22,700 GBP / year)
- Domestic (citizens or residents): 9,735 AUD / year (≈ 5,156 GBP / year)
Living costs — Swansea, United Kingdom
1,373–2,604 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
PhD scholarship opportunities are available for Health Economics, including the International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries, Commonwealth PhD Scholarships, Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES), and others.
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