Master of Science in Health Sciences Informatics-Research

• Degree in relevant fields such as: Public health, medicine, nursing, biology
• Computer science, information science, or related areas
• Demonstrated:
• Technical proficiency (e.g., programming preferred)
• Mathematical & statistical knowledge
• Strong academic background
• Research interest in health informatics
• International applicants: English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS typically required)

The Master of Science in Health Sciences Informatics – Research at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (JHUSOM), Baltimore is a research-intensive, interdisciplinary program designed to train students in applying data science and information technology to healthcare. The program brings together multiple disciplines such as clinical care, public health, nursing, biology, and computer/information sciences, enabling students to work on complex healthcare data and research problems. It focuses on developing skills in designing, implementing, and evaluating health information systems, understanding healthcare data needs, and conducting innovative research in biomedical informatics. Students engage in faculty-guided research, core coursework, and analytical training, preparing them for PhD programs, academic careers, or advanced research roles in healthcare and data science.