Health Informatics

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, founded in 1876, is a leading research university with a global reputation for excellence across medicine, public health, engineering, the arts and sciences. The university enrolls around 32,049 students, including approximately 5,233 international scholars, and offers an extensive portfolio of programs—about 238—across undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.

Johns Hopkins emphasizes research-led education, interdisciplinary collaboration and hands-on learning through labs, clinics and community partnerships. International students can access comprehensive support services for admissions, visas, academic advising and career development, and can participate in research opportunities, internships and global exchange programs that enhance professional prospects and real-world experience.

Baltimore’s urban setting provides access to vibrant cultural life, medical centers and industry partners, making it well suited for students interested in translational research and public service. The university’s strong alumni network, career services and industry links help graduates move into competitive roles worldwide, while campus resources support wellbeing, student activities and a diverse international community.

The Health Informatics program at Johns Hopkins University is a non-degree program for health professionals and others who want to learn about health IT and informatics. It's taught in English and lasts several weeks. The main advantage is that you'll learn from a top US university.

This program covers the social and technical context of health informatics problems, how to implement health informatics interventions, and how to design solutions for decision support. You'll also learn how to answer health informatics problems through data retrieval and analysis. The courses include hands-on components to help you practice your skills.

After completing this program, you could work as a Health Informatics Specialist, Clinical Data Analyst, Healthcare IT Project Manager, Medical Informatics Director, or Health Information Manager. You could work in hospitals, healthcare companies, or medical research institutions.