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Master of Health Information Science (Thesis-Based)

Develop your own original research in the field of Health Information Science.

Master of Health Information Science (Thesis-Based)

Develop your own original research in the field of Health Information Science.

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Master of Health Information Science (Thesis-Based)

Develop your own original research in the field of Health Information Science.

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The two-year research-intensive Master of Health Information Science (MHIS) is a traditional thesis-based program that includes original research and coursework. Students work with a supervisor over two years to produce, defend and publish a thesis that adds something of value to research in Health Information Science.
MHIS
Full-time
Thesis-based
24 Months
In-person
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Tailor to your research goals

Students can access elective courses to build research and content expertise to suit their future goals, including health and medical informatics, digital health and more.

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Interdisciplinary faculty expertise

Access expertise from programs across two faculties (the Faculty of Information and Media Studies and the Faculty of Health Sciences).
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A focus on course variety

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Coursework connects theory with application, giving you the academic grounding and methodological tools to advance your thesis research and career goals.

Explore a diverse range of graduate-level courses spanning

  • Public health
  • Health informatics and digital health
  • Health policy and clinical health care
  • Knowledge organization and management
  • Knowledge translation
  • Patient and professional information-seeking behaviour
  • Information ethics and policy
Building a strong foundation to support your thesis research.

Career Pathways for HIS Graduates

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Alex Boston

Alexandra Boston, MHIS'19

"One of the distinguishing features that led me to pursue a MHIS was its unique flexibility in program structure and research options"

I truly believe that the HIS program provides its students with the fundamentals to grow and engage in research that they are passionate about.
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Have questions? Connect with us!

Contact our program coordinator or chair for more information about the HIS offerings.

Master of Health Information Science (HIS) General Inquiries

hisinfo@uwo.ca
519-661-4017

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Katelyn Esmonde, Health Information Science Program Chair

kesmonde@uwo.ca


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