1. Western Sydney University Penrith
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  3. Bachelors
  4. Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology Health Informatics

Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology Health Informatics

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Western Sydney University Penrith

Program Overview

Increasingly, healthcare information is being captured electronically and newer technology modes are being applied in many innovative ways to support efficient and effective clinical care. This major aims to promote understanding of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) concepts in healthcare including electronic healthcare records; healthcare data analysis; fundamentals of medicine concepts and disease classification; healthcare system interoperability and design. This specialisation will prepare students for the ICT challenges ahead in the healthcare domain, and equip students with the knowledge and skills for taking up employment opportunities with major public and private healthcare providers and technology suppliers.

Program Key Stats

$27960 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria

2.3
26
70

6.5
82

Additional Information & Requirements

Successful completion of Year 12 with an ATAR of 60, Successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program, One year of university studies or completion of a qualification equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV, Test scores: 6.5 of IELTS, 82 of TOEFL ibt, 58 of PTE

Career Options

  • Informatics nurse
  • Health informatics specialist
  • Clinical informatics specialist
  • Clinical analyst
  • Clinical informatics manager

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