Master of Science (MSc.) in Digital Health, Coventry University, UK.

Course Description

The digitalization of healthcare is a growing trend in Sri Lanka and globally, creating job opportunities. However, Masters level training is rare, leading to a high demand for such courses. A course utilizing digital tools and collaborative learning projects will be offered to students in Nursing, Biomedical science, Physiotherapy, and Health Administration. The course aims to develop teamwork, communication skills, experimental design, critical analysis, problem-solving, effective communication, and time management, thereby maximizing employability potential and personal development.

Program Objectives

Master of Science (MSc) in Digital Health Course intends to prepares the students to become leaders of Digital Healthcare field.
The course aims to develop specialised technical knowledge and practical skills required for planning, managing digital health solutions to address real-world healthcare and social care problems.
This course aims to prepare the students for future changes in digital health in the healthcare and social care context via a comprehensive understanding of theories and current practices.
The course intends to train students to understand the healthcare perspective and create a strategic view of digital health product development.

Recognition

Recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC), Sri Lanka

Career Prospects

Technical Support and Maintenance:

Project Management and Consultancy

Health Records and Data Management

Digital Health and Transformation

Information Management and Consulting

Operational and Program Management

Policy and Research

Training and Education

Course Duration

2 years – Part time

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of a Candidates enrolling to the course should have successfully completed a Bachelor’s degree in either Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or Medicine, Nursing, Allied health sciences, Biomedicine or Biotechnology.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the field at an IT/ healthcare/ professional capacity.
Applications will be encouraged from non-standard entrants with relevant experiential learning and evidence of continuing professional development
Students who have not completed their prior education in English are required to have achieved IELTS 6.5 with no component lower than 5.5 to match the course regulations.

Course Modules

Code	Subject
Term 01
IHS701MDH	Health Systems and Health Policy
IHS702MDH	Principles of Health Informatics
Term 02
IHS703MDH	Principles of Public Health and Epidemiology
IHS705MDH	Legal and Ethical Aspects in Digital Healthcare Services
Term 03
IHS704MDH	Strategic Management in Health Industry
IHS711MDH or IHS721MDH	Health Information Systems in Practice International Standards in Health Data Handling
Term 04
IHS712MDH Or IHS722MDH	e-Health and the Internet of Things Introduction to Big Data
IHS706MDH	Research Methodology, Design and Methods
Term 05
IHS713MDH Or IHS723MDH	Principles and Applications of Telemedicine Introduction to Biostatistics and Advanced Analytics
Term 06
IHS707MDH	– Digital Health Project

Assessments

Student Support & USP

This pathway program provides a strong foundation for future studies in Australia or Europe.
Opportunities to engage in research with the opportunity to present & publish in local & international forums.
Clinical placements at JCI-accredited hospitals and internationally recognized healthcare institutions.
Ability to obtain a world-class qualification within a short time period. An Internationally recognized program.
Worldwide employability.
Unbelievable cost saving.
Elite lecture panel including industry experts
Award-winning Learner Management System
Mentoring on career progression, Well-equipped library, IT lab

Make An Inquiry

All Courses

Nursing

Bio Medicine

Physiotherapy

MBA (Health)

Education

English Language

Online Studies