KTTS3610 Health Economics (5 cr)

Health economics applies economic thinking to health-related issues. The lecture course examines factors influencing health over the long term, the impact of macroeconomic conditions on population health, socioeconomic factors of health, health behaviors, and key issues related to healthcare systems including efficiency. The course aids in understanding how economic decisions are made in healthcare, both in the public and private sectors. It also examines the cost-effectiveness of healthcare interventions, a vital skill in many healthcare and policy roles. The course particularly supports the following UN Sustainable Development Goals:

3. Good Health and Well-being

8. Decent Work and Economic Growth

10. Reduced Inequality.

Content Competence. Upon completing the course, the student will

- Understand the key concepts and theories of health economics

- Be able to assess the connections between economy and health

Workplace and Meta Skills. The course supports the student's

-Critical, analytical, and systematic thinking

-Ability to learn and assimilate new information, self-direction, and initiative

-Development of expertise and active agency

For the contact teaching course, the specified materials and a selection of health economics articles are required.