The Department of Health Technology and Informatics (HTI) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is rolling out three fresh master’s degree programs: MSc in Medical Data Science (MSc MDS), Master of Medical Imaging (MMI), and Master of Medical Laboratory Science (MMLS). These programs will kick off with their pioneer student cohorts commencing studies in September 2024.
HTI, an integral part of PolyU's Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, boasts a staff of about 40 academic and clinical members, 25 support personnel, along with 150 research students and staff, 250 postgraduate students, and 700 undergraduates.
The department's expertise lies in two primary healthcare fields: Medical Laboratory Science and Radiography. Recognized as a premier academic entity in these disciplines, HTI is deeply committed to delivering top-notch education and driving impactful research, offering a spectrum of academic programs from bachelor’s through to PhD levels.
HTI administers two Bachelor of Science (BSc) programs: BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science and BSc (Hons) in Radiography, consistently ranking among PolyU's top 5 based on student qualifications. Graduates of these programs are eligible for direct registration with government regulatory boards, allowing them to commence professional careers right after graduation. HTI and its predecessors have been nurturing students in these healthcare domains for over 45 years.
Established in 2005, HTI presents two Master of Science (MSc) programs tailored for graduates of its BSc programs and other relevant disciplines: MSc in Medical Laboratory Science (MSc MLS) and MSc in Medical Imaging and Radiation Science (MSc MIRS). In 2020, HTI expanded its MSc portfolio with the introduction of the MSc program in Medical Physics (MSc MP), prepping graduates for roles as Medical Physicists.
Medical Data Science (MDS), a fresh strategic focus for HTI, amalgamates medicine, data science, and computer science to scrutinize and decipher vast volumes of medical data. Given the rapid strides in artificial intelligence, genomics, and biomedicine, there's a burgeoning demand for professionals well-versed in medical data analytics.
