EUROPEAN UNION RELATIONS
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ECO3577 Health Economics Spring 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ÇAĞLAR YURTSEVEN
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to provide basic knowledge about the fields related to health economics. Further, analysing and solving the problems encountered in the health sector from an economic point of view the other aim of the course.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Know the basic concepts and subjects of health economics,
2. Gain the ability to research the health economics literature in detail within the framework of the course content,
3. Apply the basic tools and techniques of microeconomics to the health market,
4. Learn the basic factors affecting the supply and demand of health services,
5. Evaluate the economic dimension of health policies and reforms.

Course Content

After learning basic concepts of health economics, the structure of health economics and its supply and demand will be introduced. At the same time, financing of health services, health-related policies and the role of the state will be discussed throughout the semester.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Basic Concepts and Micro Economic Tools Chapter 1, Health Economics
2) Basic Concepts and Micro Economic Tools Chapter 1, Health Economics
3) Health Economics and Statistical Methods Chapter 2, Health Economics
4) Health Economics and Statistical Methods Chapter 2, Health Economics
5) Production Function of Health Chapter 2 & 3, Health Economics
6) Demand and Price in Health Services Chapter 4, Health Economics
7) Midterm
8) Demand and Income in Health Services Chapter 4, Health Economics
9) Applications of Demand in Health Services Chapter 5, Health Economics
10) Supply and Price in Healthcare: Cost of Production Process and Efficiency Chapter 6 & 7, Health Economics
11) Supply and Price in Healthcare: Technology, Quality and Accesibility Chapter 8 & 9, Health Economics
12) Healthcare Financing Chapter 10, Health Economics
13) Health Economics and Health Policies Chapter 11, Health Economics
14) The Role of the State and the Market in Health Sector Chapter 12, Health Economics

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Health Economics, Charles E. Phelps, Addison Wesley; 5th edition (2012). Pearson Press
References: Health Economics, Second Edition by Frank A. Sloan and Chee-Ruey Hsieh. The MIT Press, 2016.
The Handbook of Health Economics, Anthony J. Culyer and Joseph P. Newhouse, eds., Elsevier Science, 2000.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 7 98
Midterms 1 3 3
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 146

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To be able to examine, interpret data and assess ideas with the scientific methods in the area of EU studies. 2
2) To be able to inform authorities and institutions in the area of EU studies, to be able to transfer ideas and proposals supported by quantitative and qualitative data about the problems. 2
3) To be introduced to and to get involved in other disciplines that EU studies are strongly related with (political science, international relations, law, economics, sociology, etc.) and to be able to conduct multi-disciplinary research and analysis on European politics. 3
4) To be able to evaluate current news on European Union and Turkey-EU relations and identify, analyze current issues relating to the EU’s politics and policies. 2
5) To be able to use English in written and oral communication in general and in the field of EU studies in particular. 1
6) To have ethical, social and scientific values throughout the processes of collecting, interpreting, disseminating and implementing data related to EU studies. 1
7) To be able to assess the historical development, functioning of the institutions and decision-making system and common policies of the European Union throughout its economic and political integration in a supranational framework. 2
8) To be able to evaluate the current legal, financial and institutional changes that the EU is going through. 2
9) To explain the dynamics of enlargement processes of the EU by identifying the main actors and institutions involved and compare previous enlargement processes and accession process of Turkey. 2
10) To be able to analyze the influence of the EU on political, social and economic system of Turkey. 2
11) To acquire insight in EU project culture and to build up project preparation skills in line with EU format and develop the ability to work in groups and cooperate with peers. 2
12) To be able to recognize theories and concepts used by the discipline of international relations and relate them to the historical development of the EU as a unique post-War political project. 3