Master of Digital Health
La Trobe University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00115M
Lead the digital transformation of healthcare. The healthcare landscape is changing. Healthcare, information and computer sciences have combined to revolutionise how services are delivered, illnesses are treated and prevented, and patients can access their health information. Electronic health records, real-time data harvesting, wearable devices and mHealth apps are just some of the new digital health technologies driving improvements to healthcare systems. Yet to realise the promise of these new and emerging technologies, an empowered digital health workforce is needed to lead the future of healthcare both in Australia and abroad. There's never been a better time to advance your career by developing an up-to-the-minute and in- demand digital health skillset. If you're passionate about leading improvements across health and health care using digital technology, La Trobe's Master of Digital Health gives you the specialised skills to design, develop, implement and manage digital health technologies.
Structure
To qualify for the award of Master of Digital Health, students must complete 240 credit points consisting of: 120 core credit points 60 specialisation credit points 60 elective credit points
Subjects
- First Year Subjects: Academic Integrity Module
- Big Data and Health Analytics
- Communicating Digital Health
- Digital Health Design and Implementation
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics
- Strategic Digital Transformation of Health
- Systems Thinking and Leadership
- Trends in Digital Health
- Virtual Care and the Internet of Medical Things
Standard entry requirements
- Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - WAM - Weighted Average Mark (WAM) 65% or above.
- Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Undergraduate requirements - Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).
- International: IELTS - 6.5 < 6.0 (PG minimum) - 6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
- Note: This course may be subject to alternative or extra entry requirements depending on your life circumstances and/or work experience. For the complete entry requirements, please search for your course on the La Trobe website: latrobe.edu.au/courses
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Melbourne (Bundoora) | International: $74,800 | Yes |
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| Online | No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Melbourne (Bundoora), Online.
Your course fees will depend on the subjects you choose to study: each subject has its own costs. The total course fee may vary depending on the subjects you choose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and your approved Credit for Prior Learning. Fees correct Friday, Dec 8 2023
