Overview

Why Digital Health and Data Science at University of Sydney?

The University of Sydney is ranked among the top 20 universities globally according to the QS World University Rankings 2024. This prestigious institution collaborates with industry partners to deliver cutting-edge education and research in digital health. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and a multidisciplinary approach that integrates insights from engineering, computer science, and healthcare.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

For prospective students, the tuition fees for the Master of Digital Health and Data Science are as follows:

Domestic students: AUD 40,100 per year
International students: AUD 55,100 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is meticulously designed to enhance your expertise in data science within the healthcare context. Students will engage with:

Implementation Science in Digital Health
Foundations of Digital Health
Applied Healthcare Data Science
Foundations of Healthcare Data Science
One elective subject related to data science
One elective subject focused on digital health
A capstone project in collaboration with industry partners, allowing for practical application of skills learned

The course structure promotes collaboration among students from diverse disciplines, ensuring a rich learning environment.

Industry Demand

The demand for professionals in digital health and data science is increasing, driven by the need for data-driven solutions in healthcare. Graduates are well-positioned to meet the evolving challenges within this sector.

Careers with Digital Health and Data Science

Graduates of the Master of Digital Health and Data Science can pursue various career paths, including roles in hospitals, healthcare organisations, and technology firms. Alumni have successfully secured positions that leverage their skills in data analysis, project management, and digital health solutions, contributing to advancements in patient care and health informatics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Ethics
Regulatory Affairs in the Medical Industry
Clinical Epidemiology
Biomedical Image Analysis
AI, Data, and Society in Health
Natural Language Processing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-29 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-18 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Australia

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data Health Informatics View 55 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 106003E
an honours bachelor’s degree, from the University of Sydney in a cognate discipline with at least a credit average (65 percent), or qualifications deemed to be equivalent; or
a bachelor’s degree, from the University of Sydney in a cognate discipline with at least a credit average (65 percent), or qualifications deemed to be equivalent and a minimum of two years of relevant work experience; or
completed the Graduate Certificate in Digital Health and Data Science with a minimum of 65% credit average.
If English is not your first language, you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within 2 years of commencing the course.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

57900 AUD / year

≈ 57900 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

40700 AUD / year

≈ 40700 AUD / year

Additional Details

Commonwealth supported places: Tuition fees for this year are not available yet.

Living costs

Sydney

Australia

1882 - 3547 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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