Overview
Embark on a transformative journey with the Master of Science in Health Data Science at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), the first of its kind in Australasia. This pioneering programme is tailored for professionals eager to lead advancements in healthcare through data science. The curriculum is meticulously crafted to cover the entire data science pipeline, equipping students with the skills needed to tackle real-world health problems.
Why Health Data Science at UNSW?UNSW is a leader in health data education, with its Medicine & Health faculty ranked #54 globally for life sciences and medicine according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject for 2025. The programme is offered by the Centre for Big Data Research in Health (CBDRH), Australia's foremost institute in health big data, ensuring that students learn from experts in the field. This collaborative environment fosters a dynamic learning experience, where students engage in discussions and workshops that enhance their understanding and application of health data science.
Tuition Fee BreakdownThe tuition fees for the Master of Science in Health Data Science are structured as follows:
- Domestic students: AUD 9,500 per year
- International students: AUD 49,000 per year
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SyllabusThe programme comprises core courses, research components, and prescribed electives, totalling 72 units of credit (UOC). The core courses include:
- Context of Health Data Science
- Statistical Foundations for Health Data Science
- Management and Curation of Health Data
- Health Data Analytics: Machine Learning I
- Health Data Analytics: Statistical Modelling I
- Health Data Analytics: Statistical Modelling II
- Visualisation and Communication of Health Data
Students also select one of the following:
- Principles of Programming
- Computing for Health Data Science
Additionally, students will engage in research courses, culminating in a dissertation or capstone project, allowing them to delve deeper into specific areas of interest.
Careers with Health Data ScienceThe Master of Science in Health Data Science positions graduates for influential roles in a rapidly growing field. With data increasingly central to healthcare decision-making, there is a high demand for skilled professionals who can manage complex datasets and derive actionable insights. Potential career paths include:
- Chief Data Officer or Chief Information Officer (CIO)
- Clinical Informatics Lead
- Director of Health Analytics
- Policy Director or Health Strategy Advisor
- Research Fellow or Academic
- Senior Data Scientist or Consultant
Graduates can expect competitive salaries, with chief information officers earning approximately AUD 225,000 annually and data scientists around AUD 120,000, reflecting the programme's capacity to enhance career mobility and leadership opportunities in the health sector.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Data Quality
- Wrangling
- Data Linkage
- File Management /Storage
- IT Security
- Pre-Processing
- Outlier Detection
- Prediction
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 21 months
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Kensington, Australia
Disciplines
Health Sciences Data Science & Big Data Health Informatics View 153 other Masters in Health Sciences in AustraliaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS Code 096225M
- an undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline
- an undergraduate degree in a non-cognate discipline at honours leve
- successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Health Data Science (5372)
- qualifications equivalent to or higher than the Graduate Diploma in Health Data Science (5372) on a case-by-case basis.
- English language requirements
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youCitizens or residents9500 AUD / year≈ 9500 AUD / year
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