Overview
Today, health data is measured in trillions of gigabytes and is collected by health systems (such as GPs, pharmacies, hospitals, and allied health care) as well as wearable devices. But this data is often collected for different purposes and has specific uses. What data exist in the Australian health system, … For more content click the Read More button below.
This course introduces how data are generated and used in the Australian Health System. We look at how health outcomes can be measured and reported in various forms of health data, and how these health data can reveal inequalities in health. The course describes the major sources of health data, including those relating to primary care, hospital admissions and prescription medicines. We will look at how this and other information can be used by the health data scientist to create evidence for policy and research.
Delivery
Multimodal -
In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
Fully online - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
Fees
Type | Amount |
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Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable) | $1165 |
Domestic Students | $4650 |
International Students | $6060 |
Pre-2019 Handbook Editions
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