Health Informatics PgCert
Swansea University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
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This course uses state- of- the- art technologies and has a strong focus on practical and analytical skills which you can apply in your working environment. It is available as either a one year full time course or three years part time.
Through links with the NHS and organisations within the Life Science sector you’ll learn about new developments and the changing nature of technology within health informatics, which will place you at the forefront of this fast growing industry.
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Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Admission to this course is normally on the basis of UK Honours Degree Grade 2:2 or above or an equivalent qualification for overseas applicants. Non-graduates are also welcome to apply. All applications are considered on individual merit, taking into account of any relevant work experience. English language requirement: IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component) or Swansea University recognised equivalent.
Costs
Tuition Fees Health Informatics PgCert
| England UK | £2900 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £2900 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £2900 | year 1 |
| Wales | £2900 | year 1 |
| EU | £6600 | year 1 |
| International | £6600 | year 1 |
| England UK | £3050 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £3050 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £3050 | year 1 |
| Wales | £3050 | year 1 |
| EU | £6950 | year 1 |
| International | £6950 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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FAQ about Health Informatics PgCert Swansea University
- Tuition fees for this programme are 2950 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- Health Informatics PgCert is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Swansea University.