Overview

The Health Information Science programme at the University of Victoria offers students a unique opportunity to engage with leading-edge research in the field of digital health. This curriculum is designed to prepare the next generation of specialists to plan, design, and evaluate complex information systems within diverse healthcare settings. Students benefit from a world-class faculty dedicated to affecting positive changes in global healthcare policy and industry standards.

Why Health Information Science at University of Victoria?

The University of Victoria is recognised as a global leader in health informatics education, providing a model that has been implemented by institutions worldwide. Students work alongside researchers who collaborate directly with government bodies and healthcare policymakers to drive innovation. The school emphasises professional conduct and ethical practice, ensuring graduates are prepared for the responsibilities of handling sensitive digital health records. Additionally, the optional co-op programme provides paid, hands-on employment experience, allowing students to apply their academic knowledge in professional health informatics environments.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 2801 per semester
National fee: CAD 2221 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on the intersection of healthcare, technology, and management. Modules may include:

Health Informatics
Health Terminology and Interoperability Standards
Digital Health Information Systems
Healthcare Policy and Design
System Evaluation in Healthcare
Research Methods

Careers with Health Information Science

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped for leadership roles in the rapidly evolving health technology sector. The training supports careers in healthcare management, system analysis, and policy development within both public and private sectors. Many alumni find success working with health care institutions, research agencies, and government organisations. The focus on interoperability standards and digital transformation ensures that graduates are highly sought after for roles involving the implementation of large-scale health information technologies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health Informatics Overview

Research Methods in Health Informatics

Applied Biostatistics
Health Informatics Graduate Seminar

Database Design

Clinical Decision Support and Information Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Victoria, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants who meet the Faculty of Graduate Studies admission requirements will be eligible to apply for admission into the program. Applicants with an educational and/or work background in health informatics, clinical or health science, or information technology are strongly preferred.

It is recommended that applicants have at least two years of relevant work experience.

Applicants with a non-health or non-IT background or less than 2 years of work experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants with a non-health or non-IT related bachelor’s degree should consider applying to the bachelor’s degree program in Health Information Science.

Provide two Assessment Reports from academic referees

A personal resumé
A letter of intended study

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

5602 CAD / year

≈ 5602 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

4442 CAD / year

≈ 4442 CAD / year

Living costs

Victoria

Canada

1490 - 2092 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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