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Master of Science in Health Data Science


  • UNSW Sydney
  • Course CRICOS Code:096225M
  • World Ranking (QS):NO.44
  • Course Duration:1.7 years
  • Australian State:New South WalesNSW
  • Australian City:Sydney
  • Course Intake:Term 1

Course Description

Health Data Science (HDS) is the science and art of generating data-driven solutions through comprehension of complex real-world health problems, employing critical thinking and analytics to derive knowledge from big data. HDS is an emergent discipline, arising at the intersection of biostatistics, computer science and health. The Master of Science (Health Data Science) covers the entire pipeline from comprehension of complex health issues, through data wrangling and management, machine learning and data mining, data analytics, data modelling and communication including data visualisation. The degree will appeal to you whether you are new to the field or already working in the industry and keen to develop your knowledge and skills. This degree is appropriate for Australian and international students.

Basic Information

Course Discipline Health,Data Science
Faculty Faculty of Medicine
Qualification Level Master/Postgraduate
2024 Course Tuition Fee (Annual) $AUD 40,140
Course Duration 1.7 years
Campus(es) Kensington

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements The entry criteria are: an undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline an undergraduate degree in a non-cognate discipline at Honours Degree level successful completion of Graduate Diploma in Health Data Science 5372 programor qualifications equivalent to or higher than Graduate Diploma in Health Data Science 5372 program on a case-by-case basis
English Requirements IELTS:6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest) TOEFL:90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking) PTE:64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest)
Portfolio Required NO
Work Experience Required NO