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Health Data Science (HDS) combines scientific methods and creative problem-solving to develop data-powered solutions for complex healthcare challenges. This emerging field blends (bio)statistics, computer science, and healthcare expertise to extract meaningful insights from large datasets. The Graduate Diploma in Health Data Science focuses on the analytical phase of the HDS process, covering machine learning, data mining, predictive modeling, and effective data presentation through visualization. Completing the Graduate Certificate prepares students for growing career opportunities across healthcare sectors. Exceptional graduates may qualify for advanced studies in the MSc in Health Data Science (9372). This program welcomes both beginners and professionals seeking to enhance their skills, catering to domestic and international students. Applicants from diverse academic backgrounds or with relevant work experience are encouraged to apply.
For entry into this program, you must have one of the following:
an undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline
an undergraduate degree in a non-cognate discipline at honours level
successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Health Data Science (7372)
qualifications equivalent to or higher than the Graduate Certificate in Health Data Science (7372) on a case-by-case basis.
Cognate disciplines
medicine
nursing
dentistry
physiotherapy
optometry
biomedical/biological science
pharmacy
public health
veterinary science
biology
biochemistry
statistics
mathematical sciences
computer science
psychology
(health) economics
data science
other (case-by-case basis).
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL IBT (Internet Based): 90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking); Pearson (PTE - Academic): 64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest); C1 Advanced Cambridge: 176 overall (min. 169 in each subtest); C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 180 overall (min. 180 in each subtest); UNSW Global University English Entry Course (UEEC): Successful completion with a minimum overall grade of C+ and a minimum grade of C in the writing component.