Andrea Manca

The Centre for Health Economics (CHE) at the University of York is offering a fully funded PhD studentship for the 2026/2027 academic year. This prestigious opportunity is aimed at exceptional students interested in advancing research in health economics, policy, and data science. The studentship covers a range of critical topics, including socioeconomic inequalities in mental health care, rapid evidence-based decision making using routine data, preventive care and mental health service use, machine learning for health policy assessment, digital health technologies in mental health care, pharmaceutical pricing policy, and the value of in-silico trials in health technology assessment. Successful applicants will work alongside leading experts and benefit from mentorship, access to unique data resources, and a collaborative research environment. The program is designed to prepare future leaders in health economics, equipping them with the skills to influence policy and resource allocation in healthcare. The studentship is fully funded, open to both UK and international students, and provides comprehensive financial support. Applicants should have a strong quantitative background and a passion for research with policy impact. The deadline for applications is 30 January 2026 at 4 pm (UTC). For more information and to apply, visit the Centre for Health Economics website.