• Dalhousie University offers a Master of Health Informatics for a duration of 2 years.
  • It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on both a full-time and part-time basis.
  • Health informatics is changing the practice and delivery of health care by providing technology-enriched solutions to bridge the knowledge and information gaps experienced within the health care system.
  • The program offers training in analyzing the issues and then designing solutions to improve all aspects of health care, from the delivery of patient care to the promotion of healthy lives.
  • Students can pursue a research career in a university as a PhD student or join the industry.
  • Full-time students complete the program in 2 years and part-time students must complete the program in 4 years.
  • With full-time and part-time options, this program gives students the flexibility to choose a pace that works for students.
  • Students can now complete a certificate in Health Informatics as part of the new Master of Digital Innovation (MDI) program
  • The program has two streams:
    • an internship stream
    • a thesis stream  
  • The thesis stream involves a 2-3 term research project under the supervision of a faculty member.
  • The internship stream involves a 13-16 week work term at a health informatics company or at a healthcare organization.
  • Students have to complete 9 core classes and Internships plus 3 electives or thesis plus 1 elective course.
  • Dalhousie University is known for its excellence in academics, leadership, research, and innovation.
  • The average salary goes up to 51,000 USD after completion of the program.