Unit details
HSH719 - Economic Evaluation 1
| Offered at: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | J Watts (B) |
| Contact hours: | 2 hours per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications | |
Content
This unit introduces students to economic evaluation and assumes no prior knowledge (although the study of Health Economics 1 would be advantageous). The unit will explore the basic concepts, methods and applications of economic evaluation in the healthcare sector. The unit will cover the following topics: an introduction to economic evaluation (what it is; what it isn’t; types of economic evaluation; how it differs from other forms of evaluation); steps in conducting an economic study; strengths and limitations of economic evaluation; an introduction to study design; measurement of costs; measurement of outcomes and issues around quality of evidence.
Assessment
Essay (2000 words) 40%, in-trimester exercises (including tutorial participation) 20%, examination (2 hours) 40%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1260 | $1260 | $2875 | $3589 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
