Overview
The Health Data Science (Extension) program offered by University of New South Wales will prepare you to find the right data, unlock hidden insights and use this information to better support clinical care, inform health policy and improve population health.
The two-year Master of Science in Health Data Science (Extension) builds upon this, offering an opportunity to dive deeper into different aspects and applications of Health Data Science through a research dissertation or a work placement. This research can involve analysing big data to solve health issues or involve the development of health-related data driven application. You can design your program to be eligible to apply to pursue a PhD to further advance your career.
Key Facts
- Industry relevant degreeWe designed this program in response to a significant and growing gap in the global health workforce: skilled data scientists who understand the context of health and can apply data analytics to drive health improvement. In this program, you’ll be exposed to real-world problems and learn the latest analytical methodologies to derive solutions.
- Suited to a wide range of backgroundsThis degree is suitable for students who are starting out in the field and those already working within it who want to upskill. Whether you’re a statistician who wants to build on your current skills, a clinician or nurse who wants to improve the quality of care received by your patients, or a keen programmer looking to convert your on-the-job experience into a formal qualification, this program welcomes students from a wide range of backgrounds.
Programme Structure
Courses Include:
- Health Data
- Health Informatics
- Microeconometrics
- Industrial Organisation
- Health Economics
- Economic Measurement
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Kensington, Australia
Disciplines
Health Informatics View 12 other Masters in Health Informatics 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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General requirements
CRICOS code 110655A
- You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment. If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW.
- Entry requirements are based on the aggregate of the best 5 achieved category A subjects (category B and C subjects are not considered).
- For subjects other than Citizenship and Social Development: level 5**=7 points, level 5*=6 points, level 5=5 points, level 4=4 points, level 3=3 points, level 2=2 points, level 1=1 point, Level U=0 point.
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Tuition Fees
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Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents9500 AUD / year≈ 9500 AUD / year
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Scholarships Information
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