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Duration
14 weeks
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Prior study
Not required
Start dates
- 20 Feb 2023
Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.
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18
Times Higher Education Ranking 2022
23
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Subject details
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- Module 1: Introduction to ontologies, terminologies and classifications
- Module 2 & 3: Clinical classification and DRGs
- Module 4: Terminologies in eHealth
- Module 5: Developing an ontology
- Module 6: Processes to support good practice
In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Elective
- TAS-HSM-GDI-2022
- TAS-HSM-GCE-2022
- TAS-HIM-MAS-2022
- TAS-HSM-MAS-2022
- TAS-HIM-MAS-2023
- TAS-HSM-MAS-2023
- TAS-HSM-GCE-2023
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
This subject examines the foundational health information management categorical frameworks, terms and design processes. In technical language, the subject investigates the theory and practice related to clinical classification, terminologies, and ontology development. Issues to be investigated include: a critical assessment of information systems utilised to aid decision making; application of data, via casemix and funding, to promote evidence based performance and planning; analysing and monitoring information systems to enhance patient care and safety; and, the ethical and professional responsibilities of information managers. Students will have opportunities to hear from experts across Australia and participate in industry case studies and analysis.
- Individual report (30%)
- Individual essay (40%)
- Online Discussion Posts (30%)
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