M.Sc Health Technology Assessment at PSPH

Manipal

Shape Evidence for Better Health Decisions

The Master of Science in Health Technology Assessment (HTA) at Prasanna School of Public Health, MAHE, is a two-year postgraduate program offered across four semesters. You examine how health technologies are reviewed for safety, effectiveness, cost, and social relevance within healthcare systems.

Through economic evaluation, data analysis, policy study, and public health coursework, you learn how research informs decisions at institutional and national levels, with strong attention to India-focused health priorities

Program Highlights

Among India's First: One of the first HTA degrees in India aligned with UGC and Medical Technology Assessment Board (MTAB) guidance.

National Policy Alignment: Academic direction aligns with standards set by ICMR and the Department of Health Research (DHR).

India-Focused Case Learning: Course content combines international HTA methods with India-relevant health system case studies.

Experienced Academic Team: Teaching is led by faculty with strong research records and policy-facing experience.

Applied Academic Pathway: Learning extends through projects, internships, and a supervised dissertation.

Advanced Exposure

Work with evidence synthesis platforms, health economics datasets, and analytical tools used for HTA studies and policy research.

Practical Training

Complete applied project work based on real health technology questions drawn from public health and policy contexts.

Internships

A compulsory internship in the final semester places you within HTA-related projects at national or international health organisations.

Advanced Exposure

Work with evidence synthesis platforms, health economics datasets, and analytical tools used for HTA studies and policy research.

Advanced Exposure

Work with evidence synthesis platforms, health economics datasets, and analytical tools used for HTA studies and policy research.

Program Details

Outcomes
Careers

Upon the completion of this program, you can:

Conduct structured HTA studies using clinical, economic, and social evidence.

Apply economic modelling and data analysis for healthcare decision contexts.

Translate research findings for policy dialogue and stakeholder communication.

Work across public health, regulatory, and policy-facing environments.

Build readiness for leadership roles linked to healthcare planning and resource use.

Industry and Academia Connect

Our meaningful collaborations with industry leaders and global universities enhance your career opportunities and higher education pathways.

Placements

₹5 LPA

Average Package

Admissions Path

Apply Online

Submit Eligibility Documents

Personal Interview (PI)/PGCUET 2027

Provisional Admission Offer

Admission Formalities

Merit List

Merit list based on PI or PGCUET score.

Admission Criteria

Provisional Admission is offered to shortlisted candidates based on merit and vacancy.

Merit List

Merit list based on PI or PGCUET score.

Admission Criteria

Provisional Admission is offered to shortlisted candidates based on merit and vacancy.

Program Eligibility

Qualification

You must successfully complete a Bachelor's degree in any discipline (preferably Health Sciences) from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks or equivalent.

Completed all academic requirements (classes, examinations, and other assessments) of your undergraduate program on or before 31 July of the year of admission.

You can qualify through MAHE Merit list based on your academics.

Appear for PGCUET 2026.

Curriculum and Fees

Year 1
Year 2

Curriculum details will be updated shortly

Program Duration

2 years

Total Program Fee

General:

INR 4,60,000

Total Program Fee

NRI/Foreign:

USD 7,300

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 80% aggregate in 12th (as per admission criteria) PG: 70% aggregate in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

As applicable to the respective program

Scholarship on program fee

10% fee waiver

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

The award of Fee Waiver for the subsequent years will be the same as given at the time of admission in the first year. Scholarship will be extended in the subsequent year only to those students who have cleared all subjects in the University Examinations of previous year before the due date for payment of annual program fee. Students who are promoted to next year with failures (F) / Incomplete (I) / Detention (DT) grades, will NOT be eligible for fee waiver for that academic year. Fee Waiver will be forfeited in the instances of irregularity in attendance, proven charges of indiscipline, bringing disrepute to the Department / Institution / University etc.

Withdrawal Policy

In case the candidate leaves the course before the course completion (for any reason), he / she MUST reimburse the total program fee (as per Prospectus 2025) for the years of scholarship utilized, back to MAHE Manipal.

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Program Highlights

Among India's First: One of the first HTA degrees in India aligned with UGC and Medical Technology Assessment Board (MTAB) guidance.

National Policy Alignment: Academic direction aligns with standards set by ICMR and the Department of Health Research (DHR).

India-Focused Case Learning: Course content combines international HTA methods with India-relevant health system case studies.

Experienced Academic Team: Teaching is led by faculty with strong research records and policy-facing experience.

Applied Academic Pathway: Learning extends through projects, internships, and a supervised dissertation.

Advanced Exposure

Work with evidence synthesis platforms, health economics datasets, and analytical tools used for HTA studies and policy research.

Practical Training

Complete applied project work based on real health technology questions drawn from public health and policy contexts.

Internships

A compulsory internship in the final semester places you within HTA-related projects at national or international health organisations.

Advanced Exposure

Work with evidence synthesis platforms, health economics datasets, and analytical tools used for HTA studies and policy research.

Advanced Exposure

Work with evidence synthesis platforms, health economics datasets, and analytical tools used for HTA studies and policy research.

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 80% aggregate in 12th (as per admission criteria) PG: 70% aggregate in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

As applicable to the respective program

Scholarship on program fee

10% fee waiver

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

Withdrawal Policy

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