Master of e-Healthcare (MeH)
Information valid for students commencing 2018
Please refer to: GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN DIGITAL HEALTH
The Master of e-Healthcare is no longer available.
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2018
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2018)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5274
Faculty
Teaching Location
External
Delivery mode
Web Based
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
An applicant must hold
- an approved degree in the same discipline, and
- have completed 6 months full-time work experience in a telehealth or related setting, or
- have completed a tertiary program in e-Health or clinical telehealth; or
- an approved degree in a different discipline, and
- have completed 18 months full-time work experience in a telehealth or related setting, or
- have completed a tertiary program in e-Health or clinical telehealth approved by the executive dean; or
- the Grad Cert or Grad Dip in e-Healthcare from UQ (or equivalent).
Additional application information
International students may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full-time basis. They may only study externally from their home country and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for Australian students
Centre for Online Health
Email: med.enquiries@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3176 7403
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2018
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2018)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5274
Faculty
Teaching Location
External
Delivery mode
Web Based
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
An applicant must hold
- an approved degree in the same discipline, and
- have completed 6 months full-time work experience in a telehealth or related setting, or
- have completed a tertiary program in e-Health or clinical telehealth; or
- an approved degree in a different discipline, and
- have completed 18 months full-time work experience in a telehealth or related setting, or
- have completed a tertiary program in e-Health or clinical telehealth approved by the executive dean; or
- the Grad Cert or Grad Dip in e-Healthcare from UQ (or equivalent).
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
Centre for Online Health
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004 Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Master of e-Healthcare?
Admission to this program is currently suspended. Students may wish to consider the Graduate Certificate in Digital Health or Master of Philosophy as an alternative.
Information and communication technology (ICT) is increasingly being used in healthcare and an understanding of ICT and its applications is now essential for healthcare professionals. This program provides knowledge and hands-on skills in e-healthcare and is suitable for both health professionals wishing to enhance their understanding of and ability to work effectively with ICT, and for graduates wishing to pursue careers in healthcare.
About the Centre for Online Health
The Centre for Online Health is a leading research institution with experience in telepaediatrics, teledermatology, telehomecare, home palliative care and teleneurology. The web-based flexible learning program is designed for a diverse cohort (particularly busy healthcare professionals), assisting them to upgrade their knowledge and skills in e-healthcare.
What you can study
Students will have an opportunity to familiarise themselves with the types of technology and equipment used in healthcare delivery and interact with experts in research in the field. The programs are designed to involve graduates in planning and implementing e-health research, encouraging them to identify a research domain most suitable to their own profession.
The program explores the influence (both advantages and potential challenges) of technology in:
- clinical practice
- healthcare delivery
- education
- administration
- research
Students will critically evaluate developments in e-healthcare, analyse their effectiveness, and consider possible future trends.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of e-Healthcare.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
Students must own or have ready access to a computer with internet connection.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
An applicant must hold
- an approved degree in the same discipline, and
- have completed 6 months full-time work experience in a telehealth or related setting, or
- have completed a tertiary program in e-Health or clinical telehealth; or
- an approved degree in a different discipline, and
- have completed 18 months full-time work experience in a telehealth or related setting, or
- have completed a tertiary program in e-Health or clinical telehealth approved by the executive dean; or
- the Grad Cert or Grad Dip in e-Healthcare from UQ (or equivalent).
Additional application information
International students may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full-time basis. They may only study externally from their home country and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
An applicant must hold
- an approved degree in the same discipline, and
- have completed 6 months full-time work experience in a telehealth or related setting, or
- have completed a tertiary program in e-Health or clinical telehealth; or
- an approved degree in a different discipline, and
- have completed 18 months full-time work experience in a telehealth or related setting, or
- have completed a tertiary program in e-Health or clinical telehealth approved by the executive dean; or
- the Grad Cert or Grad Dip in e-Healthcare from UQ (or equivalent).
Visa requirements
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Master of e-Healthcare
Careers
Graduates should be able to use sophisticated information technology & information management techniques to improve quality of healthcare. Employment opportunities in exist in:
- private health care organisations
- hospitals
- clinics
- managed care organisations
- state & federal government.
Positions include:
- telehealth coordinator
- systems & infrastructure manager (telehealth)
- manager or coordinator of telehealth and e-health services
Program rules for the Master of e-Healthcare
To complete the Master of e-Healthcare
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of e-Healthcare, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
