Health Informatics with Data Science PGDip

Course overview

Demand for professionals qualified in health informatics and data science is on the rise. With the need for healthcare services currently exceeding supply worldwide, health providers and leading multinationals are heavily investing in information technology to provide solutions.

Our forward-thinking course provides insightful training into how modern applications of data and informatics in health management and planning can use and generate evidence to influence policy and practice.

Created by experienced academics and professionals, our course is designed for both recent graduates and professionals looking to advance their careers. The course will develop your knowledge and understanding of health informatics, health data science techniques, and real-world application of research methods; these skills and awareness are currently sought after by employers.

Applying

Entry requirements

A 2:1 in a relevant undergraduate degree e.g. Social Sciences, STEMM, Nursing (or equivalent) OR previous work experience (minimum 2 years) of handling and/or analysing health data.

This is an academically rigorous course. Applicants with other qualifications may be accepted if they can demonstrate suitable professional experience. Contact the admissions office if you are unsure of your eligibility.

We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications. For information contact the Admissions Team.

English language requirements

IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in each component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.

Career opportunities

97% of our recent Health Informatics with Data Science graduates feel they've taken meaningful next steps since university.

This exciting course provides superb training for:

• graduates looking to specialise in health informatics or data science
• health service employees seeking to enhance their careers by gaining skills in data science

Our graduates have gone on to have successful cross-industry careers in health management, analytics or informatics, with some founding businesses in digital health and others pursuing research degrees. Our graduates are employed in a wide range of roles at various levels of seniority, in health, industry, government and NGOs.