Master of Digital Health and Data Science
Duration: 1 Year(s)
The University of Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia
Course TypeMaster
Course Specialty
Healthcare Data Science
Affiliation
The University of Sydney
Overview
The Master of Digital Health and Data Science at the University of Sydney is a cutting-edge postgraduate programme that brings together health professionals, engineers, data scientists and IT practitioners to drive innovation in healthcare. Students learn how digital technologies (including e-health, telehealth, mobile health, health informatics) combine with data science methods (such as machine learning, predictive modelling, data analytics) to optimise health service delivery, enhance patient outcomes and streamline health systems. The curriculum includes core units such as “Foundations of Digital Health” and “Foundations of Healthcare Data Science”, data science and digital health electives, and culminates in a capstone project delivering real-world impact. The cross‐faculty delivery ensures a blend of technical depth and health domain relevance, enabling graduates to move into roles bridging technology and health. (See unit table for details)
Admission Intake
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Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
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Accomodation:
Hostel Facility
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in a cognate discipline (Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Health Sciences, Medical Sciences, or related) with credit average.
- Bachelor’s degree in a cognate discipline + at least 2 years relevant work experience (for those whose bachelor is AQF level 7).
- Completion of the embedded Graduate Certificate in Digital Health and Data Science with a credit average is accepted for entry.
- English language proficiency (for international applicants) as per university standards.
Minimum Education
Bachelor Degree
Admission Process:
- Review your academic qualification to ensure you meet eligibility (bachelor’s degree in cognate discipline with required average or equivalent plus work experience).
- Prepare application documents: academic transcripts, proof of degree, CV/resume detailing relevant work experience (if needed), proof of English language proficiency (if required).
- Visit the University of Sydney postgraduate admissions portal and select the Master of Digital Health and Data Science programme.
- Submit the online application before the deadline. (Refer to the university website for specific intake dates).
- Wait for the university’s decision (application is merit‐based).
- If accepted, accept the offer, enrol in required units (48 credit points) and pay tuition fees.
- Commence your studies in the selected intake—choose full-time or part-time mode as appropriate.
- If you are an international student, ensure you meet student visa requirements and arrange accommodation/financial support as needed.
