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Health and Medical Informatics

Brandeis University
Tuition USD 3,325 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Deadline 2001-11-17
Delivery Online
Location Waltham, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Health and Medical Informatics at Brandeis University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Health and Medical Informatics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: Online
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: USD 3,325 (Tuition (Module)) — International students

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Health and Medical Informatics programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Perspectives on Health/Medical Information Systems
  2. Health Data and Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
  3. Health/Medical Information Systems Security
  4. Data Analysis and Decision Support for Health Informatics
  5. Legal Issues in Health and Medical Informatics
  6. Clinical Business Issues in Health Informatics
  7. R for Biomedical Informatics
  8. Advanced Healthcare Data Analytics
  9. Organizational Leadership and Decision Making
  10. Strategic Application of IT in Healthcare

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Admission Requirements:

  • Completed online master\'s degree application
New applicants should use the "Create an Account" option to begin your application process. If you can\xc2\x92t complete your application in one sitting, use the \xc2\x93Save and Complete Later\xc2\x94 function. When you have more time, log in (returning users) to finish your application. You will receive a confirmation number when the application is submitted.
If you have applied for admissions to a master\'s degree program, you may login to view the progress of your application file. You may also contact your Enrollment Advisor or the GPS admissions office.
  • Nonrefundable application fee of $50: The application fee may be paid online during the online application process via the university\'s secured server. The university accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express credit cards. You may also mail a check to the GPS office.
  • A four-year bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or equivalent.
  • Official transcript(s) from every college or university attended: Transcript(s) must be submitted in sealed, signed envelopes and mailed directly from your institution to the Division of Graduation Professional Studies admissions office.
  • Resum\xc3\xa9 or curriculum vitae
  • Statement of Goals
  • Letter of recommendation
  • TOEFL, IELTS or PTE (for non-native English speakers)
Applicants whose first language is not English or who have not graduated with a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an English-speaking institution in Australia, Belize, the British Caribbean and British West Indies, Canada (except Quebec), Great Britain, Guyana, Ireland, Liberia, New Zealand, or South Africa must take and submit scores for the TOEFL or IELTS, with guidelines and exceptions noted below. Test scores should be no more than five years old.
Strong communication skills including the abilities to read and write effectively in English are essential for student success in our programs, particularly our distance learning programs. The purpose of these requirements is to ensure that students are equipped to participate in and perform the work required by their courses.
Exceptions are made for applicants whose bachelor\xc2\x92s degree was earned in many \xc2\x93American Universities\xc2\x94, such as American University in Cairo or AU in Paris, among others.
  • Education Credential Evaluation (if bachelor\'s degree was earned outside the United States)
Applicants who earned their bachelor\'s degree outside the United States must submit their records for a course-by-course evaluation (official transcripts/mark sheets) by Education Credential Evaluators (ECE) of Madison, Wisc. Information regarding the evaluation process is detailed at the ECE Web site. Applicants are responsible for the evaluation fee.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 3,325 (Tuition (Module)) — International students

Tuition fees: USD 3,325 (Tuition (Module)) — International students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Brandeis University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Brandeis University

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University Profile
  • Application Deadline 2001-11-17
  • Start Date 2017-12-14
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months