Study the Bachelor of Information Technology (Digital Health Systems)

Study Digital Health Systems at Flinders

Design and develop digital technologies for a healthier world.

Learn how to develop and implement the use of computational technologies, smart devices, and communication media to manage illness, reduce health risks, and promote health and wellbeing. The degree prepares you to graduate career-ready in an expanding industry.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2020 selection rank

80.00

Guaranteed selection rank

80.00

TAFElink

Diploma or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

234051

Delivery mode

In person:

– Tonsley

Online: No

Duration

4 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2021: $8,495

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Digital Health Systems at Flinders

Accredited by the Australian Computer Society
Develop the health apps that will transform the future of the health industry and change lives
Study in an expanding field in an increasingly technology-based industry
Understand how information technology is integrated into the health industry
Learn theory and practice in information technology, engineering, statistics and health sciences

Your career

This degree targets the new employment opportunities emerging in the fields that blend health and information and communications technology.

Potential occupations include:

ICT business analyst
network administrator
developer programmer
graduate data scientist – healthcare analytics
clinical analyst support officer.

Professional accreditation/recognition

This degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level. Courses accredited at this level by the Australian Computer Society are recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord.

What you will study

First year A typical first year may include:	core topics in fundamentals of computing, fundamentals of information and communication technology, computer programming, legal and ethical aspects of health care, and health practitioner practice study in either biostatistics or data science study in either professional skills or communication and inter-professional practice.
Second year A typical second year may include:	core topics in software engineering, application development, database and conceptual modelling, computer networks and operating systems, and critical social analysis of health elective topics in computing and digital health.
Third year A typical third year may include:	core topics in enterprise cloud systems, interactive computer systems, and project management for engineering and science elective topics in computing and digital health an information technology practicum and workplace preparation.
Honours year A typical honours year may include:	an honours thesis a selection of computer, science, engineering and mathematics, and digital health option topics.

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Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.

Gain comprehensive knowledge of this growing field to design a career pathway.
Learn practical skills in information technology, written skills, teamwork and project management.
Undertake a professional placement.

Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree

You can combine this degree with any other bachelor degree within the College of Science and Engineering, subject to meeting entry requirements.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, another Flinders degree you might want to include in your list is the Bachelor of Engineering Science.

How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

Apply online

Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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