Biomedical Informatics

Degree Types: MS

The Master of Science (MS) in Biomedical Informatics offers students a unique opportunity to gain expertise in a rapidly evolving field that blends healthcare, data science, and information technology. Unlike other programs that focus on using existing tools, the Biomedical Informatics program emphasizes the development of novel methods tailored to complex biomedical challenges. While students gain some programming skills, the core curriculum goes beyond computer science to focus on domain-specific informatics solutions.

Students complete rigorous coursework alongside those in doctoral programs and are required to complete and defend a master’s thesis under the guidance of a faculty committee.

Key benefits of the program include:

• Opening doors to careers in healthcare, tech, data analysis, clinical informatics, and bioinformatics
• Equipping graduates with in-demand skills to navigate AI, digital health, data science, and personalized medicine
• Preparing students for advanced clinical research or PhD programs in biomedicine and public health
• Meeting growing industry demand for professionals who understand both health science and information systems

Graduates are well-positioned for roles such as:

• Clinical Informaticist
• Health Data Analyst
• Bioinformatics Specialist
• Health IT Project Manager
• Public Health Information Analyst
• Pharmaceutical Data Scientist

Individuals interested in a PhD should look into the Informatics track of the Health Sciences Integrated PhD Program (HSIP) or Driskill Graduate Program in Life Sciences (DGP).

Additional resources:

• Department website
• Program handbook(s)

Degree Requirements

The following requirements are in addition to, or further elaborate upon, those requirements outlined in The Graduate School Policy Guide.

Master's Requirements

Total Units Required: 10

Other MS Degree Requirements

• HSIP 499-0 Independent Study - Each student should register for up to 2 credits of mentor-evaluated research/thesis