Graduate Certificate in Digital Health and Data Science (2026 entry)

About the course

This graduate certificate develops skills to design, implement, evaluate and manage data-driven technologies for healthcare. You’ll build applied capability in digital health and data science, covering big data, machine learning and computational approaches in health contexts. Co-designed across computing and medicine/health, the course emphasises multidisciplinary, industry-relevant learning for professionals moving into digital health leadership in health services and technology environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting the development and rollout of digital, data-driven health solutions across hospitals, government, research and health technology companies. Typical pathways include digital health analyst, health data or informatics specialist, data-focused project officer, clinical systems support, or junior product/implementation roles. The qualification suits professionals bridging computing and healthcare and seeking advancement in digital health and data science.

Entry requirements

A bachelor’s degree in a cognate discipline, or a bachelor’s degree with honours in a non-cognate discipline.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)