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Healthcare generates more data than any other sector, yet many institutions struggle to use it effectively. This programme trains informaticians who understand both clinical workflows and modern data architecture. You will study electronic health records, FHIR interoperability standards, clinical decision support, and health data governance including GDPR and HIPAA principles. Case studies span NHS trusts, African community health networks, and private hospital groups.
Clinical and IT backgrounds are both welcome — bridge modules level-up whichever side you arrive from. You will configure FHIR APIs in sandbox environments and critique real EHR rollout case studies from the NHS and East Africa.
Faculty spotlight
Dr. Aisha Okonkwo, former NHS clinical informatics lead, teaches EHR implementation; Professor Emma Laurent researches low-bandwidth telemedicine architectures.
Study online
Tuition is free. Examinations are free. There is no exam fee. Study from anywhere in the world.
| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| HI501 | Introduction to Health Informatics Introduction to Health Informatics — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 3 · 30 h |
| HI502 | Clinical Workflow & Process Analysis Clinical Workflow & Process Analysis — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 3 · 30 h |
| HI503 | Health Data Standards (HL7, FHIR, SNOMED) Health Data Standards (HL7, FHIR, SNOMED) — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 3 · 30 h |
| HI504 | Biostatistics & Epidemiology Biostatistics & Epidemiology — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 3 · 30 h |
| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| HI505 | Electronic Health Records & Implementation Electronic Health Records & Implementation — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 3 · 30 h |
| HI506 | Health Information Exchange & Interoperability Health Information Exchange & Interoperability — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
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| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| HI601 | Population Health Analytics Population Health Analytics — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 3 · 30 h |
| HI602 | Digital Health Innovation Digital Health Innovation — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
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Modules are assessed through a published mix of coursework, applied projects, and examinations. Exam windows are announced in advance so students in other time zones are not forced into overnight sittings. Alternative arrangements are available where documented.
The published duration is 24 months. Teaching language: English. Actual time-to-complete depends on mode and any recognised prior learning.
This is a fully online award. You study from your country. No student visa and no campus relocation are required.
Degree tuition for this award is published as £0 / tuition-free on the online pathway. Examination or administrative fees may apply at checkout — never an annual tuition invoice. Check the Fees page for any extras.
Requirements are grouped on this page (academic, English, documents). Equivalent qualifications are considered. English may be waived after prior English-medium study.
Assessment is typically a mix of coursework, projects, and examinations. Doctoral awards include a thesis or dissertation and an oral examination. Details sit in the programme specification and module outlines.
Recognition of the award for local employment, professional licence, or ministry attestation is decided by your employer or regulator. African Future University publishes verification pages for certificates. We do not claim automatic equivalence in every country.
Start an application on this website. Progress is saved from the first step. Admissions: admissions@afutureuni.com.
Recognised & Accredited
| 3 · 30 h |
| HI507 | Clinical Decision Support Systems Clinical Decision Support Systems — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 3 · 30 h |
| HI508 | Health Data Privacy & Governance Health Data Privacy & Governance — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 3 · 30 h |
| 3 · 30 h |
| HI603 | MSc Health Informatics Capstone MSc Health Informatics Capstone — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 6 · 60 h |