MSc Health Informatics (Extended Masters)

Postgraduate Programs:

• Academic Qualifications: Applicants should hold a relevant undergraduate degree from a recognized institution with a minimum of 55% or above.
• English Language Proficiency: International students need to demonstrate their English language proficiency through an approved English language test. The minimum English language requirements are:
  • IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no individual band score below 6.
  • TOEFL: Overall score of 88-95.
  • PTE (Pearson Test of English): Overall score of 58-67.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of West London (UWL) offers a range of scholarships and financial support options to both domestic and international students. These scholarships aim to recognize academic excellence, support students from diverse backgrounds, and provide financial assistance to those who may face financial challenges.

1. University of West London International Ambassador Scholarships: These scholarships are available to international students applying for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course. The scholarship offers a fee reduction of up to £5,000 for the first year of study.
2. University of West London International Scholarships: UWL offers a number of international scholarships for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. The scholarships provide a fee reduction of up to £5,000 for the first year of study.
3. University of West London International Music Scholarships: These scholarships are specifically for talented musicians who wish to study at UWL. The scholarships offer a fee reduction of up to £2,000 for the first year of study.
4. University of West London Care Leaver Bursary: This bursary is available to students who are care leavers. It provides financial support to help cover living costs and other expenses.
5. University of West London Progression Scholarship: This scholarship is for UWL graduates who wish to pursue a postgraduate course at the university. It offers a fee reduction of up to 15% for eligible students.
6. University of West LondonSports Scholarship: This scholarship is aimed at talented athletes who have represented their country, county, or region in their chosen sport. It provides financial support, mentoring, and access to sports facilities.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduates of the MSc Health Informatics (Extended Masters) program from UWL have excellent career prospects in various sectors of the healthcare industry. 

1. Health Informatics Manager: Graduates can work as health informatics managers, responsible for overseeing the implementation and management of health information systems within healthcare organizations. They ensure compliance with regulations, optimize system functionality, and drive the strategic use of health informatics to improve healthcare outcomes.

2. Health Data Analyst: Graduates can pursue careers as health data analysts, responsible for analyzing healthcare data and deriving insights to support decision-making. They work with large datasets, employ data analytics techniques, and communicate findings to healthcare stakeholders.

3. Clinical Informatics Specialist: Graduates can specialize in clinical informatics, working closely with healthcare professionals to optimize the use of health information technology in clinical settings. They provide training and support, design clinical workflows, and contribute to the development of clinical decision support systems.

4. Health Information Systems Consultant: Graduates can work as consultants, providing expertise and guidance to healthcare organizations on health information systems, data management, and technology adoption. They assess organizational needs, recommend solutions, and support the implementation of health informatics projects.

5. Health IT Project Manager: Graduates can pursue careers as project managers in health IT projects, responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring the implementation of health informatics initiatives. They ensure project success within defined timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

6. Health Informatics Researcher: Graduates can work in research institutions or academia as health informatics researchers. They contribute to research studies, evaluate the effectiveness of health informatics interventions, and drive innovation in the field.

7. Health Informatics Governance Specialist: Graduates can specialize in health informatics governance, focusing on ensuring compliance with regulations, policies, and ethical standards in the use of health information technology. They develop governance frameworks, conduct audits, and promote best practices in health informatics.

8. Health Informatics Entrepreneur: Graduates with an entrepreneurial mindset can start their own health informatics consulting firms or technology companies, developing innovative solutions to address healthcare challenges and improve patient care.