RSU Introduces a New Master's Degree Program Focused on Digital Health
In an exciting development for the healthcare sector, Riga Stradins University (RSU) has announced a new interdisciplinary study programme - "Digital Transformation in Healthcare". This programme, part of the Faculty of Health and Sports Sciences, is set to prepare professionals for the digital future of healthcare.
The programme is the first of its kind in Latvia, signifying a focus on innovations in healthcare technology and management. It complements existing programmes within the Healthcare field and introduces a new interdisciplinary perspective, combining expertise in healthcare management, information technology, and data analysis.
The programme covers technological solutions, artificial intelligence application, and data protection, aiming to foster the development of an interdisciplinary approach. It provides in-depth theoretical knowledge about the digital ecosystem in the health sector and focuses on digital transformation in the healthcare sector and related enterprises.
Applicants with prior education in healthcare, natural sciences, engineering, or social sciences are eligible to apply. While specific eligibility criteria are not detailed, such programmes often require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and proficiency in English if the programme is taught in English.
The studies will initially be conducted in Latvian, but the programme will be offered in English in the future, expanding its accessibility at the international level. The offering of the programme in English will equip graduates with the skills needed to lead and manage digital transformation processes in healthcare settings, not just locally, but globally.
The programme offers a total of 30 study places, with 20 being state-funded and 10 being full fee. However, details about scholarships or financial aid for the full fee study places are not provided.
The primary objective of the programme is to educate students in how to integrate digital solutions into healthcare systems, enhancing patient care and operational efficiency. The programme develops practical skills in health data management, analytics, simulation, modelling, and innovative digital solution development.
The programme is set to begin in the autumn semester, marking an important step in preparing healthcare professionals for the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation in the sector. For precise details on the focus, objectives, and eligibility criteria, it would be best to contact RSU directly or check their official website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
The Digital Transformation in Healthcare programme at Riga Stradins University focuses on innovations in healthcare technology, management, and data analysis. It combines expertise from multiple disciplines, including healthcare management, information technology, and science, to foster a new approach to digital healthcare solutions. Eligible applicants hold prior education in healthcare, natural sciences, engineering, or social sciences, and must typically have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and proficiency in English, when the program is taught in English. The programme aims to develop students' practical skills in health data management, analytics, and innovative digital solution development, with the goal of improving patient care and operational efficiency in the healthcare sector.
