Program Overview
The Health Care Informatics at University College Dublin is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. 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 Care Informatics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Care Informatics programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Basic computer technology
- Searching and analysing medical information
- Particular technologies in medical information systems
- Relevant legislation
- Imaging
- Data analysis and interoperability
- Standards in medical systems
- A 15-credit essay module (a review of a medical informatics topic)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Primary university degree in medicine or in an allied profession, or a primary degree in the area of information technology and experience working in the healthcare industry
- International applicants should contact the academic programme director for a full list of entry requirements.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College Dublin 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 University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Dundrum, Ireland
University College Dublin is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
