International Health Economics & Pharmacoeconomics, Master of Science

Study Content in Detail: What Will You Learn in the Master’s in International Health Economics & Pharmacoeconomics?

In the Master’s programme International Health Economics & Pharmacoeconomics at Hochschule Fresenius, you will deal with economic, political, and regulatory issues in international healthcare and the pharmaceutical industry. You will learn methods of health economics, epidemiology, and statistics and analyse cost-benefit relationships of pharmaceuticals and health services. Key content includes:

• Introduction to the economic theory of healthcare
• Epidemiology and applied statistics for healthcare
• Pharmacoeconomic evaluations and outcomes research
• Health policy, regulatory frameworks, and global health systems
• Development and approval of international health products
• Modelling, data analysis, and quantitative methods in pharmacoeconomics
• Pricing, market access, and reimbursement management for health products
• Ethics in resource allocation in healthcare
• Health Technology Assessment (HTA) at an international level
• Scientific work, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Research project as well as practical residency placement

Within the scope of the Master’s thesis, research projects, and a practical phase, you will develop applied and scientific skills. You will be qualified to critically assess and apply economic data in healthcare as well as strategically analyse the international pharmaceutical market.

Course Structure: How Is the Master’s Programme Organised?

The Master’s programme (Master of Science) lasts four semesters full-time and comprises a total of 120 ECTS credits. The courses take place on-site at the Wiesbaden campus, with English as the language of instruction.

• The first three semesters consist of thematically consecutive modules on health economics, statistics, policy, regulation, and market access strategies.
• In the third semester, you complete a twelve-week residency placement (internship) at a research institute, company, or authority.
• Alongside, you work on a research project that ensures the practical application of the methods learned.
• In the fourth semester, you complete the scientific Master’s thesis followed by a defence (colloquium).
• You continuously train presentation and negotiation skills as well as academic writing.

The close interlinking of theory and practice forms the basis for direct entry into professional life or a scientific career in the fields of health management and pharmacoeconomics.

Career Opportunities & Job Prospects: What Perspectives Do You Have with the Master’s?

With the Master’s degree in International Health Economics & Pharmacoeconomics, you open up versatile fields of activity in the international healthcare and pharmaceutical industry, consultancy, agencies, health authorities, and research institutions. Typical areas of deployment are:

• Market access management and pricing in pharmaceutical companies and medical technology firms
• Regulatory affairs (approval management and market surveillance)
• Data and business analytics in the healthcare sector
• Health Technology Assessment (HTA) as well as pharmacoeconomic evaluations
• Health Economic and Outcomes Research (HEOR)
• Consultancy in reimbursement, health services, and market strategy
• Research, teaching, and scientific further education at universities or institutes

You qualify for middle to senior management positions in an international context or can pursue a doctoral degree afterwards.

Study Location: What Awaits You in Wiesbaden?

The studies take place on the modern campus of Hochschule Fresenius in Wiesbaden. Wiesbaden, the capital of Hesse, is a traditional university location with an international orientation and good connections to business and research. The campus is centrally located on Moritzstraße and offers modern lecture halls, a library, and a canteen.

Hochschule Fresenius is known for its diverse networks in the health and pharmaceutical sectors and maintains numerous partnerships with companies, authorities, and international institutions. Through the university’s international environment, you come directly into contact with students from all over the world.

Costs and Financing: What Fees Apply and How Can You Finance Your Studies?

The tuition fees for the four-semester full-time programme amount to a total of 21,120 euros (payable monthly at 880 euros over 24 months). In addition, there is a one-time registration fee of 695 euros. Included are all courses, study materials, supervision as well as examination and administrative services.

Options for financing your studies include:

• Education loans, for example from KfW
• Funding programmes such as Aufstiegs-BAföG (if eligibility requirements are met)
• Scholarships from Hochschule Fresenius for particularly high-performing or committed students
• Support from employers or industry-specific foundations

The university offers advice on individual funding opportunities and financing strategies.