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Become an in-demand computing professional. Our real-world project industry experience will give you the edge.
The increasing use of electronic health records requires the accurate and efficient capture, management, security and reporting of health information. This program combines theory with a 20-day industry placement, to give you the skills you need to thrive.
Study options
FULL TIME
3 years
Start times
Autumn
March
(2024)
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Explore what it's like to go to #1 Uni in the world*
*Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022
Invent your career in bits and bytes
Learn how to build software systems, take on roles in classification, coding and management of health information.
Experience virtual reality with Liquid Galaxy, Google Cardboard and Oculus Rift. Combine theory with real-world experience.
Analyse and develop applications. Be innovative. And shape an unlimited future.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Health Information Management) is accredited with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at Professional level.
Program structure
Our program structure is outlined in our handbook. Here you can view all of the subjects you will be studying.
Fees and delivery
Fees: Varies depending on subjects selected. View available subjects in our handbook.
For further information on University fees, please visit Fees and University Costs.
Delivery: On campus
Fees: AUD $32,424*
Delivery: On campus
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Your career
As a graduate of ICT (Health Information Management) you will find career opportunities including:
- Medical records manager
- Software engineer analyst
- Software quality analyst
- System architect
- Systems developer
- Researcher
Your career
Health Information Manager
Health Information Managers plan, develop, implement and manage health information services, such as patient information systems, and clinical and administrative data.
Network Administrator
Network Administrators install and maintain hardware and software to ensure the efficient performance of servers, printers and personal computers.
Database Administrator
Database Administrators plan, develop, maintain, manage and database management systems to ensure optimal database and system integrity, security, backup, reliability and performance.
ICT Manager
ICT Managers plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the acquisition, development, maintenance and use of computer and telecommunication systems within organisations.
Web Developer
Web Developers plan, produce and maintain websites using web programming languages, software applications, technologies and databases together with specifications of user needs
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Apply now and start your unlimited journey.
Study a double degree
A double-degree gives you the ultimate edge. Be at the forefront of your field.
Achieve your unlimited potential.
Further study options
*The tuition fees quoted above are the fees for the normal full-time study load of the program (80 credit points) per annum. International students will be subject to a variable fee regime; i.e. enrolled students will be required to pay fees during their program based on the approved fee for each calendar year. Fee changes (if any) will occur at 1 January each calendar year. Students who extend their program past the normal finish date of the program will be required to pay additional fees based on the prevailing fee level. Western Sydney University is a multi-campus institution. The University reserves the right to alter the location of its programs between campuses and other locations as necessary. Students should be aware of the possibility of change of location for the whole or part of programs for which they enrol and should plan for the need to travel between Western Sydney campuses.
