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Postgraduate Health Informatics Courses at University of Nottingham

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About Postgraduate Health Informatics

Health Informatics focusses on the strategic application of information technology in healthcare settings. Encompassing areas such as data management, systems implementation and healthcare enhancement. This programme is designed for those seeking to bridge the gap between technology and healthcare delivery. Typical UK postgraduate entry requirements include an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and some programmes may also require a background in healthcare or information technology to ensure that students have a foundational understanding the subject.

This interdisciplinary approach prepares graduates to navigate the complex landscape of modern healthcare systems. It is an important role within healthcare; there are more than 20 UK universities which offer postgraduate courses.

What to Expect

A postgraduate degree in health informatics covers advanced topics such as data analytics, system implementation and healthcare information management. The course encourages intellectual curiosity and critical thinking and assessment on this programme may include coursework, examination, presentations and a final written research project.

The course typically lasts for one year full-time and graduates are well-prepared for roles as health information specialists, data analysts or IT managers in healthcare organisations, contributing to the digital transformation of the industry and improving patient outcomes. It is a highly versatile qualification and the skills learned are applicable to all kinds of business organisations in the UK and abroad. Postgraduate courses are typically accredited by the UK Council for Health Informatics Professions (UKCHIP).

Health Informatics MPhil

The Centre for Health Informatics research is centred on new tools, techniques, analytics, and software that accelerates the use of data Read more...

  • 4 years Part time degree: £2,503 per year (UK)
  • 4 years Part time degree: £2,503 per year (UK)
  • 4 years Part time degree: £2,503 per year (UK)
  • 4 years Part time degree: £2,503 per year (UK)
  • 2 years Full time degree: £5,006 per year (UK)

Health Informatics PhD

The Centre for Health Informatics research is centred on new tools, techniques, analytics, and software that accelerates the use of data Read more...

  • 6 years Part time degree: £2,630 per year (UK)
  • 6 years Part time degree: £2,630 per year (UK)
  • 6 years Part time degree: £2,630 per year (UK)
  • 6 years Part time degree: £2,630 per year (UK)
  • 3 years Full time degree: £5,260 per year (UK)