MSc in Medical Informatics
MSc program in Medical Informatics is a new field of study which applies information technology to data saving, retrieval, and optimal use of information analysis in decision making, problem solving, and improving health care systems. The program establishes a close relationship between medical basic sciences and modern computer technology, communication and interconnections. Medical Informatics places emphasis on the use of computer technology in all medical areas, such as health care services, health education, and research. It is an interdisciplinary science which requires research and study in medical basic sciences, medical biology, communication, information technology, and software engineering. The main mission of this program is to train and empower students to use available resources optimally, decrease medical errors, and ultimately improve health systems.
Compensatory Courses
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Course list |
Credit hours |
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Medical Information Resources |
1 |
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General Concepts in Medicine (Anatomy, Physiology and Physiopathology) |
2 |
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Terminology and Diseases |
2 |
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Health Care System in Iran |
2 |
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Principles of Biostatistics and Epidemiology |
2 |
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Basics of Object-Oriented Programming |
2 |
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Principles of Computer Networks and Security |
2 |
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Introduction to Medical Informatics |
2 |
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Professional English Language |
2 |
Core Courses
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Course list |
Credit hours |
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Advanced Medical Informatics |
1 |
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Analysis and Modeling of Health Information Systems |
2 |
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Design, Implementation and Management of Health Databases |
2 |
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Management of Medical Informatics Systems Implementation |
2 |
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Artificial Intelligence |
2 |
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Artificial intelligence in Medical Sciences |
2 |
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Data Mining and Knowledge Extraction in Medicine |
2 |
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Electronic Health Records and Standards |
2 |
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Human-Computer Interaction/Evaluation in Health Systems |
2 |
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Research Seminar |
1 |
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Apprenticeship |
2 |
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Thesis |
6 |
Non-Core Courses
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Course list |
Credit hours |
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Design and Development of Web-Based Health Applications |
3 |
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Design and Development of Mobile Health Applications |
3 |
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Legal, Ethical and Social Aspects in Medical Informatics |
1 |
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Entrepreneurship Principles in Medical Informatics |
2 |
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Research Methods in Medical Informatics |
2 |
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Special Topics in Medical Informatics |
1 |