Health Informatics — study plan
Umm Al-Qura University College of Public Health and Health Informatics
- Credit hours
- 129
- Levels
- 9
- Courses
- 44
- Degree
- bachelor
The Health Informatics study plan at Umm Al-Qura University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (9 academic levels), requiring 129 credit hours across 44 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR1101 | Quran Recitation (Tajweed) | 2 |
| IND1101 | Design Thinking | 2 |
| ELIH1101 | English Language (1) | 4 |
| CHM1110 | Chemistry in Health Sciences | 2 |
| BIO1001 | Public Health Biology | 3 |
| HP1001 | Medical Terminology in Public Health | 2 |
Level 2 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR2102 | Quran Memorization 1 | 2 |
| CUR1101 | University Skills | 1 |
| ELIH1102 | English Language (2) | 4 |
| MED1404 | Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
| HP1002 | Professional Foundations in Public Health | 3 |
| HSM1212 | Attributes and Skills in Public Health | 3 |
Level 3 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR2103 | Quran Memorization 2 | 2 |
| AI2001 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 2 |
| SEC2021 | Introduction to Computing and Programming | 3 |
| HSM2624 | Healthcare Delivery Systems | 3 |
| HI2301 | Fundamentals of Medical Conditions in Health Informatics | 3 |
| MTH3018 | Biostatistics in Health Informatics | 3 |
Level 4 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR3104 | Completion of Quran Memorization | 2 |
| ICC1201 | Values and Ethics | 2 |
| HI2101 | Clinical Documentation Improvement | 3 |
| HI2102 | Introduction to Health Informatics | 3 |
| HI2103 | Electronic Health Record | 3 |
| CS1021 | Computer Programming | 3 |
Level 5 13 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HI3104 | Classification Systems in Healthcare | 4 |
| CEN3021 | Networks and Internet | 3 |
| HI3105 | Public Health Informatics | 3 |
| HI3402 | Healthcare Data Analytics | 3 |
Level 6 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DS3021 | Healthcare Database Management Systems | 3 |
| HI3106 | Digital Health | 3 |
| HI3601 | Quality and Safety in Health Informatics | 3 |
| HI3501 | Research Methods in Health Informatics | 3 |
| HI3107 | Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Informatics | 3 |
Level 7 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ICC4202 | The Family in Islam | 2 |
| HI4502 | Graduation Project in Health Informatics 1 | 3 |
| HI4602 | Project Management in Health Informatics | 3 |
| HI4108 | Health Data Standards and Interoperability | 3 |
| HI4201 | Healthcare Information Systems Analysis and Design | 4 |
Level 8 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BUS1099 | Professional Development Skills | 2 |
| HI4503 | Graduation Project in Health Informatics 2 | 3 |
| BUS4603 | Leadership and Strategic Management in Health Informatics | 3 |
| SE4021 | Clinical Decision Support Systems | 3 |
| HI4604 | Healthcare Revenue Cycle and Reimbursement Systems Management | 4 |
Level 9 1 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HI4000 | Internship Year | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Health Informatics
How many credit hours is Health Informatics at Umm Al-Qura University?
Health Informatics at Umm Al-Qura University requires completing 129 credit hours to graduate, spread across 44 courses.
How many years is Health Informatics at Umm Al-Qura University?
The study plan for Health Informatics spans about 5 years (9 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Health Informatics award?
Health Informatics at Umm Al-Qura University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 129 credit hours.
Is Health Informatics offered at other universities?
Yes, Health Informatics is offered at at least 3 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.