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    Mar 28, 2024  
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Information Science with a concentration in Health Informatics, MS


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The concentration in health informatics prepares students for positions in the private and public sectors that deals with various aspects of health information management processes and practices. Opportunities for health information professionals are diverse and challenging. Career possibilities could include specialized positions in large research or teaching institutions, personalized service roles in hospital libraries, extensive information services in biotechnology companies, and interaction with other health care providers engaged in applications of health informatics and bioinformatics. The program focuses on the fundamental concepts and activities in health information management, including but not limited to, health data informatics and analytics, digital health, health care information systems, and legal, ethical, and philosophical concerns in health informatics.

The Department of Information Science provides preparation relevant to several specializations within health informatics, including:

  • Academic Health Sciences Centers
  • Health Care Systems
  • Health Sciences Libraries
  • Consumer and Patient Health Information Agencies
  • Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Government Health Information Agencies
  • Community-based Health Information Agencies
  • Public Health Information Agencies
  • Biomedical/Biotechnology Industry

General Requirements

  1. Total coursework of 36 credit hours (12 courses).
  2. Enrollment in INFO 5090  (practicum/internship), unless officially waived based on previous professional and industry experience.
  3. Completion of the Capstone Experience.

Guided electives, minimum 6 hours


Completion of at least two of the following major prescribed courses (6 hours) with the guidance of the academic advisor. Students are allowed to pursue courses other than the ones listed below and in their areas of interest with the approval of the advisor:

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