European Master in Health Economics and Management
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About the programme
The European Master in Health Economics and Management (Eu-HEM) is a unique two-year master’s programme, organised by four partnering universities. This programme prepares you for a career in staff and executive positions in organizations and institutions involved in both national and international healthcare provision. Such as national hospitals, international pharmaceutical companies, aid organisations, governmental agencies, research institutions, etc.
The international and interdisciplinary focus are key
Eu-HEM is a top-notch programme in which we take advantage of each universities’ strengths. By partnering with four universities, we assure a quality programme covering topics as health economics, healthcare management, health policy but also health law and regulation. In addition, you will acquire essential skills in analytical methods.
Key in succeeding in the global healthcare sector is awareness of societal relevance of healthcare and the constraints imposed by social rules, regulations and the law. Topics we will cover widely.
Four semesters, four universities and 120 ECTS
You will start your first semester in Bologna with your fellow students. This semester will set the base and starts early September. You will achieve basic knowledge of health economics, healthcare management but also the relation to international law. In this semester, you can obtain 30 ECTS.
Second and third semester: your personal track
From the second semester on, it’s up to you. You decide on your field of interest and select your specific track:
- Economics & policy
- Economic evaluation
- Management of Healthcare institutions
- Population health management
The chosen track will lead you to two different universities.
Are you currently in the Eu-HEM programme (2020 – 2022)? Your programme differs from the new curriculum.
Finish with a rock-solid thesis
The fourth semester is fully dedicated to your master thesis. You will write about a topic related to your track. With your thesis you show that you can perform scientific research and are able to report and discuss the study and its conclusions in a clear way. We highly recommend you working together with one of our partners in the public or private sector.
Economic evaluation in healthcare
Two years of hard work are rewarded
This whole programme is about handing you the knowledge, tools and experience you need to kickstart your career in the international field of healthcare. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be awarded with the degree ‘European Master in Health Economics and Management’. Of course, you will receive a joint diploma, recognised by all four universities.
A Joint Diploma Supplement
The names of the national degrees differ from the European degree. They will be described in the Joint Diploma Supplement:
Name of University | Name of degree |
University of Oslo | Master of Philosophy |
University of Bologna | Laurea Magistrale |
Management Center Innsbruck | Master of Arts |
Erasmus University Rotterdam | Master of Science |
Admission requirements
We can host 80 international students per year. In order to get your admission, you need:
- a higher education entrance qualification and a completed bachelor’s degree comparable to a Norwegian bachelor’s degree
- a minimum grade average of C in the Norwegian grading scale or equivalent from your bachelor’s degree
- an English language requirement, documented by an internationally recognised English language proficiency test.
The University of Oslo handles your admission. Details about the requirements and relevant documentation can be found through the University page of Oslo.
How to secure your spot in the program?
All admissions will be reviewed based on decisions made by the Consortium Board. Your academic merit and motivation letter will decide how you rank:
- overall grades range from 2,5 to 5,0 (maximum)
- motivation letter range from 0,0 to 0,5 (maximum)
So, make sure you write us a kickass motivational letter!!
Upload your documents to the University of Oslo
Both your admission and application are handled by the University of Oslo. You must upload all required documents in their online application system. You will need:
- a kickass motivation letter showing your enthusiasm about the program. Don’t forget to mention your relevant experiences which will contribute to your successful attendance of the programme
- a declaration form to state that you are aware of the participation fees
- your curriculum vitae to state your qualifications, experiences and skills
- a copy of your passport
Consider the following timelines
Deadline for your application |
Result of your application |
Deadline for accepting the offer |
|
Non-EU / EEA / Swiss students |
15 November 2022 | 31 March 2023 | 14 April 2023 |
All other students |
1 March 2023 | 29 April 2023 | 6 May 2023 |
Not happy with the procedure? In your ‘result of your application’ letter, the appeal procedure is described.
When you accept your offer, you will receive a student agreement to officiate your start.
Enrolment by the Erasmus University Rotterdam
When your application is finalized, the Erasmus University of Rotterdam takes over. They will provide you with information about your enrolment and details about the payment. You can expect the information mid-May.
The University of Bologna about the start
Things get exciting when you receive your first information from the University of Bologna. They will inform you about the start of your master’s programme. You can expect their information also mid-May.
Convinced by the programme? Time to fix the budget!
Depending on your nationality you will pay the following participation fees:
If you are from: |
Needed budget |
Students with a nationality of EU member countries plus:
|
€4000
|
Students from all other countries | €9000 |
You will pay your participation fees at the University of Oslo. The deadline for paying the fees is the 1st of August 2022.
A small side note:
- Participation fees may change slightly due to inflation
- Norwegian students applying for student loans at the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund are recommended to apply for education outside the Nordic region.
Need a little help with your budget? Apply for a Scholarship!
Eu-HEM is an Erasmus+ programme meaning that you can apply for an Erasmus+ mobility grant. This basically means they will help you covering your travel and subsistence costs when you study abroad. You can apply for one and sometimes even two semesters.
In short
The European Master in Health Economics and Management (Eu-HEM) is a unique two-year master’s programme, organised by four partnering universities. This programme prepares you for a career in staff and executive positions in organisations and institutions involved in (inter)national healthcare provision. Think national hospitals, international pharmaceutical companies, aid organisations, governmental agencies, research institutions, etc.
The international and interdisciplinary focus are key
Eu-HEM is a top-notch programme in which we take advantage of each universities’ strengths. By partnering with four universities, we assure a quality programme covering topics as health economics, healthcare management, health policy but also health law and regulation. In addition, you will acquire essential skills in analytical methods.
Key in succeeding in the global healthcare sector is awareness of societal relevance of healthcare and the constraints imposed by social rules, regulations and the law. Topics we will cover widely.
Structure
Four semesters, four universities and 120 ECTS
You will start your first semester in Bologna with your fellow students. This semester will set the base and starts mid-September. You will achieve basic knowledge of health economics, healthcare management but also the relation to international law. After this semester, your first 30 ECTS are safe.
Second and third semester: your personal track
From the second semester on, it’s up to you. You decide on your field of interest and select your specialisation:
- Economics & policy
- Economic evaluation
- Management of Healthcare institutions
- Population health management
The chosen specialisation will lead you to two different universities offering your track.
Semester | Activity | Location | No. of ECTS |
1st semester |
Fundamentals of Health Economics | Bologna |
5 ECTS |
Fundamentals of Healthcare Management | 5 ECTS | ||
Statistics for Healthcare (two levels) | 5 ECTS | ||
Econometrics (two levels) | 5 ECTS | ||
Our right to health: needs, resources and society | 5 ECTS | ||
Elective: International law and health OR Health systems | 5 ECTS | ||
2nd semester |
Specialisations:
Track Economics & Policy |
Oslo |
30 ECTS |
Track Economic Evaluation | Rotterdam | ||
Track Management of Healthcare Institutions | Oslo | ||
Track Population Health Management | Innsbruck | ||
3rd semester |
Continuation of Specialisations:
Track Economics & Policy |
Bologna |
30 ECTS |
Track Economic Evaluation | Oslo | ||
Track Management of Healthcare Institutions | Innsbruck | ||
Track Population Health Management | Rotterdam | ||
4th semester |
Thesis | All locations | 30 ECTS |
Are you currently in the Eu-HEM programme (2020 – 2022)? Your programme differs from the new specialisations.
Finish with a rock-solid thesis
The fourth semester is fully dedicated to your master thesis. You will write about a topic related to your track. With your thesis you show that you can perform scientific research and are able to report and discuss the study and its conclusions is a clear way. We highly recommend you working together with one of our partners in the public or private sector.
Curriculum
Economic evaluation in healthcare
Diploma
Two years of hard work are rewarded
This whole programme is about handing you the knowledge, tools and experience you need to kickstart your career in the international field of healthcare. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be awarded with the degree ‘European Master in Health Economics and Management’. Of course, you will receive a joint diploma, recognised by all four universities.
A Joint Diploma Supplement
The names of the national degrees differ from the European degree. They will be described in the Joint Diploma Supplement:
Name of University | Name of degree |
University of Oslo | Master of Philosophy |
University of Bologna | Laurea Magistrale |
Management Center Innsbruck | Master of Arts |
Erasmus University Rotterdam | Master of Science |
Admission
Admission requirements
We can host 80 international students per year. In order to get your admission, you need:
- a higher education entrance qualification and a completed bachelor’s degree comparable to a Norwegian bachelor’s degree
- a minimum grade average of C in the Norwegian grading scale or equivalent from your bachelor’s degree
- an English language requirement, documented by an internationally recognised English language proficiency test.
The University of Oslo handles your admission. Details about the requirements and relevant documentation can be found through the University page of Oslo.
How to secure your spot in the program?
All admissions will be reviewed based on decisions made by the Consortium Board. Your academic merit and motivation letter will decide how you rank:
- overall grades range from 2,5 to 5,0 (maximum)
- motivation letter range from 0,0 to 0,5 (maximum)
So, make sure you write us a kickass motivational letter!!
Application
Upload your documents to the University of Oslo
Both your admission and application are handled by the University of Oslo. You must upload all required documents in their online application system. You will need:
- a kickass motivation letter showing your enthusiasm about the program. Don’t forget to mention your relevant experiences which will contribute to your successful attendance of the programme
- a declaration form to state that you are aware of the participation fees
- your curriculum vitae to state your qualifications, experiences and skills
- a copy of your passport
Consider the following timelines
Deadline for your application |
Result of your application |
Deadline for accepting the offer |
|
Non-EU / EEA / Swiss students |
15 November 2021 | 12 April 2022 | 30 April 2022 |
All other students |
1 February – 1 March 2022 | 30 April 2022 | 5 May 2022 |
Not happy with the procedure? In your ‘result of your application’ letter, the appeal procedure is described.
When you accept your offer, you will receive a student agreement to officiate your start.
Enrolment by the Erasmus University Rotterdam
When your application is finalized, the Erasmus University of Rotterdam takes over. They will provide you with information about your enrolment and details about the payment. You can expect the information mid-May.
The University of Bologna about the start
Things get exciting when you receive your first information from the University of Bologna. They will inform you about the start of your master’s programme. You can expect their information also mid-May.
Budget
Convinced by the programme? Time to fix the budget!
Depending on your nationality you will pay the following participation fees:
If you are from: |
Needed budget |
Students with a nationality of EU member countries plus:
|
€2,550 for the academic year 2022 – 2023
|
Students from all other countries | €6,000 for the academic year 2022 – 2023 |
You will pay your participation fees at the Erasmus University Rotterdam. The deadline for paying the fees is the 1st of August 2022.
A small side note:
- Participation fees may change slightly due to inflation
- Norwegian students applying for student loans at the Norwegian State Eductinal Loan Fund are recommended to appy for eduction outsite the Nordic region.
Need a little help with your budget? Apply for a Scholarship!
Eu-HEM is an Erasmus+ program meaning that you can apply for an Erasmus+ mobility grant. This basically means they will help you covering your travel and subsistence costs when you study abroad. You can apply for one and sometimes even two semesters.

Victoria Lorenzo Sanchez
Erasmus University Rotterdam
International Programme Coordinator and Local Coordinator
If you have any questions regarding this page, don’t hesitate to reach out to me.

Victoria Lorenzo Sanchez
Erasmus University Rotterdam
International Programme Coordinator and Local Coordinator
If you have any questions regarding this page, don’t hesitate to reach out to me.
Which track suits you?
In the first semester, we set the base. Topics like economics, management, statistics and econometrics are covered. Just like an introduction to ethics, political science and law.
From the second semester on, you decide on your field of expertise. We offer you four different tracks. Depending on your desired track, you choose the cities where you will study.
TRACK
2ND SEMESTER
3RD SEMESTER
Economics & Policy
Economic Evaluation
Management of Healthcare Institutions
Population Health Management
Oslo
Rotterdam
Oslo
Innsbruck
Bologna
Oslo
Innsbruck
Rotterdam
Economics & Policy
Oslo
Economic Evaluation
Rotterdam
Management of Healthcare Institutions
Oslo
Population Health Management
Innsbruck
Bologna
Oslo
Innsbruck
Rotterdam
TRACK
2ND SEMESTER
Economics & Policy – Oslo
Economic Evaluation – Rotterdam
Management of Healthcare Institutions – Oslo
Population Health Management – Innsbruck
3TH SEMESTER
Economics & Policy – Bologna
Economic Evaluation – Oslo
Management of Healthcare Institutions – Inssbruck
Population Health Management – Rotterdam
Get to know the universities
University of Bologna
Erasmus University Rotterdam
University of Oslo
MCI| The Entrepreneurial School
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Many of our students find their way to staff and executive positions in both national and international organisations associated with healthcare. From national hospitals to research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, ministries of health or international aid organisations. All are very fond of our students and graduates.
In order to make sure you will benefit from our large network, we established an alumni group on LinkedIn. Here you can connect with stakeholder companies and other Eu-HEM graduates. More information is provided by the Erasmus Mundus Students and Alumni Association.
events
Different from other master programmes, we offer additional events. Such as the Welcome Weekend at the start of the programme in Bologna where you will meet all students and staff. Furthermore, we organize the Summer School to provide you with all the information you need to start working on your thesis.
Finally, we organize a Career Event to prepare you for the career opportunities. During this event you can expand your network as both academic staff and stakeholders are present.
Whom better to answer all your questions than our students and alumni?
You will find their answers to the frequently asked questions in our video serie. It will instantly give you a good feel about the kind of fellow students you can expect in your EU-HEM journey.
Frequently asked questions
I don’t have a bachelor in Health, Economics or Management. Can I apply for this master?
Yes you can! If you don’t meet the standards, you need to write us a kickass motivation to explain why you feel you are the right candidate for this master’s programme.
I would like to apply but I won’t have a valid English language test before the deadline. Can I apply and send it later?
Nope sorry, it must be submitted before the application deadline.
Do I have to decide on my track in my application already?
Nope. You will choose your track in October, after starting the programme. By then, you will have a good idea what each track is about and which one suits your interest best.
What’s the minimum GPA requirement in order to get into this master?
The bare minimum is a Norwegian grade C. However, due to the large interest for this master’s programme, students usually have a much higher GPA when selected.
I expect to obtain my bachelor’s degree this summer, can I already apply?
Only if you are an EU / EEA Swiss applicant. In this case you must submit your final bachelor diploma early August the latest. For all other students, you must have completed your bachelor’s degree at the time of application.
Can I follow this master’s programme part-time?
No, this is a full-time programme only.
I followed my previous education in English, do I still need to do the English language test?
You might be exempted for the test. If you want to be sure, check the situations in which you are exempted described by the University of Oslo.
Do I have great career opportunities after completing this master?
Yes you do! Career perspectives are so great that nearly all graduates find themselves a job in the field at the time they graduate. Nice, right?