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Our Master’s track in Health Informatics applies information science and information technology in the service of better healthcare. We study, develop, and improve healthcare information technologies. To apply these information technologies effectively, we also study human and organizational behavior.
Our core curriculum covers three domains:
Our track offers an innovative blend of healthcare system knowledge and key technical skills. Students study cutting-edge topics in healthcare such as big data, data mining, and analytics, culminating in a hands-on capstone project.
Collaboration is at the core of our track, with students and faculty from a range of fields, working with a wide array of collaborating NYC institutes. This diversity creates a unique learning environment. To get a sense of our culture, please take a look at our Admissions Information.
Our alumni hold positions in data and policy analysis, health information technology, process improvement, quality assessment and more. Many alumni pursue doctoral studies.
Full-time students can complete the health informatics curriculum in 12 months, and part-time students in 18-24 months.
Developing a mobile health application to support heart failure symptom monitoring
Please find a sample course schedule for the M.S. in Health Informatics full-time track below. Students need a minimum of 34 credits to graduate.
*All courses and sequences are subject to change.
Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type |
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Introduction to Health Informatics | 3 | Required |
Research Methods in Health Informatics | 3 | Required |
Healthcare Organization and Delivery | 3 | Required |
Master's Project I & Professional Development | 1 | Required |
Biostatistics I with R Lab* | 4 | Required |
Introduction to Biostatistics with Stata Lab* | 4 | Required |
Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type |
---|---|---|
Health Information Standards and Interoperability | 3 | Required |
Master's Project II | 2 | Required |
Health Behavior and Consumer Informatics | 3 | Elective |
Artificial Intelligence in Medicine | 3 | Elective |
Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type |
---|---|---|
Clinical Informatics | 3 | Required |
Data Management in Healthcare (SQL) | 3 | Required |
Master's Project III | 3 | Required |
Please find a sample course schedule for the M.S. in Health Informatics part-time track below. Students need a minimum of 34 credits to graduate.
*All courses and sequences are subject to change.
Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type |
---|---|---|
Introduction to Health Informatics | 3 | Required |
Biostatistics I with R Lab* | 4 | Required |
Introduction to Biostatistics with Stata Lab* | 4 | Required |
Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type |
---|---|---|
Health Information Standards and Interoperability | 3 | Required |
Health Behavior and Consumer Informatics | 3 | Elective |
Artificial Intelligence in Medicine | 3 | Elective |
Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type |
---|---|---|
Clinical Informatics | 3 | Required |
Data Management in Healthcare (SQL) | 3 | Required |
Master's Project I | 1 | Required |
Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type |
---|---|---|
Research Methods in Health Informatics | 3 | Required |
Healthcare Organization and Delivery | 3 | Required |
Master's Project II | 2 | Required |
Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type |
---|---|---|
Master's Project III | 3 | Required |
Health Behavior and Consumer Informatics | 3 | Elective |
Artificial Intelligence in Medicine | 3 | Elective |