OpenFieldProfessional Diploma in Health Information Systems and Bioinformatics
Comprehensive program training specialists in electronic medical record (EMR) systems, clinical data governance, and health informatics analytics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school diploma with senior biology and math courses.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 overall.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Transcripts, criminal record check with vulnerable sector search for clinical placements.
- Recommendation letters
- Two references.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- CAD $2,500 healthcare sector practicum stipend upon placement
- Application fee
- CAD $100 registration fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- CAD $8,800 (domestic) / CAD $17,600 (international) per year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- May 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Western Alberta College documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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