Biomedical Informatics and Data Science, BS
Explore how artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science solve pressing health care and biomedical challenges. This program teaches you to turn complex health data into insights that improve patient care and advance medical research, preparing you for one of the fastest-growing fields --- the intersection between technology and health.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
International students (F1) can extend U.S. work experience by 24 months.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
Biomedical Informatics and Data Science degree description
The Bachelor of Science program in biomedical informatics and data science empowers you to harness data and analytics, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, to advance health care and biomedical innovation. You are immersed in a broad, interdisciplinary curriculum spanning computer science, biology, health systems and data analytics --- all of which are necessary to work at the forefront of precision health, digital health, biotechnology and public health innovation.
The program blends computational, biological and digital health sciences to give you a strong foundation in algorithm development, data integration, software development and predictive modeling. You gain hands-on experience with AI tools, data science methods and digital health software to monitor health in real time, detect critical health events, predict symptoms and forecast impending adverse outcomes at individual and population levels.
You develop critical skills in:
- data acquisition and analysis: gathering, processing and gaining insight from biomedical data
- data management: understanding how to organize and maintain vast amounts of health information
- knowledge representation: transforming complex data into understandable and usable formats
- modeling and machine learning: using advanced algorithms to predict health trends and inform clinical decisions
You also have the opportunity to conduct next-generation research with faculty experts in areas such as bioinformatics, AI, clinical informatics, medical imaging and population health, preparing you to address practical health challenges.
Why study biomedical informatics and data science at ASU?
Many data science programs center on business analytics, finance or general computing. This biomedical informatics and data science program at ASU is built to apply data science, artificial intelligence and software development directly to health care, medicine and the biological sciences, so you graduate with technical skills and a deep understanding of health applications.
You gain more than a traditional biology or health science degree offers, learning advanced programming, machine learning, app development, health databases and predictive analytics. You also go beyond a standard computer science path by studying health care systems, biology, genetics and biomedical research.
Additional details
Housed within the College of Health Solutions, the program connects you with interdisciplinary research and faculty expertise across artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, population health, clinical informatics and digital health. You can join research early in your studies and may pursue accelerated pathways into graduate programs.
This bioinformatics and data science bachelor's degree program is STEM-designated and focused on emerging technologies reshaping health care, which keeps you competitive in a rapidly expanding workforce.
Courses
Explore a sample list of courses you may take in this program.
| Sample courses |
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| BMI 102 Introduction to Population Health Informatics |
| BMI 201 Introduction to Clinical Informatics |
| BMI 211 Clinical Decision Analysis |
| BMI 221 Knowledge Representation for Biomedical Informatics |
| BMI 311 Biomedical Artificial Intelligence |
| BMI 312 Health Data Mining |
Course checksheet and curriculum archive
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See how your credits may apply (opens in new window)What you'll learn
The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Articulate informatics solutions to improve patient care.
- Implement existing informatics solutions to improve patient care.
- Analyze large data sets to improve decisions for patient care or population health.
- Implement informatics solutions to represent and manage biomedical data
Articulate informatics solutions to improve patient care.Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
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Explore expanded study opportunities
This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
When you pursue concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”), you earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with your academic advisor, you can create your own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
Students gain valuable experience when studying abroad --- experience that enhances their resumes. With more than 300 programs available, Global Education programs enable students to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Students in biomedical informatics are able to expand their knowledge of how health care systems impact society in a variety of cultures, and they experience new and distinct information science and technology environments across the globe.
The College of Health Solutions recommends these programs for students majoring in biomedical informatics and data science.
Paying for college
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Build the career and future you want
Our graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths, including:
| Career | Growth | Median Salary | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bioinformatics Scientist | 4.7% | $98,920 | Learn more |
| Biostatistician | 11.0% | $105,650 | Learn more |
| Clinical Data Manager | 34.6% | $120,230 | Learn more |
| Computer Network Analyst | 7.7% | $134,050 | Learn more |
| Computer Scientist | 21.8% | $140,300 | Learn more |
| Computer Systems Analyst | 7.9% | $105,850 | Learn more |
| Data Analyst | -1.8% | $50,330 | Learn more |
| Data Scientist | 34.6% | $120,230 | Learn more |
| Medical and Health Services Manager | 24.2% | $123,860 | Learn more |
Example job titles and salaries listed are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
More about careers
Careers this biomedical informatics and data science degree prepares you for
Whether they want to improve patient care, develop new medical technologies or contribute to public health initiatives, graduates with a degree in the rapidly expanding field of biomedical informatics and data science are prepared for careers in a wide variety of settings.
They are employed in positions such as:
- bioinformatician
- data science analyst
- public health informatics scientist
- software engineer
Those with interests in life sciences and technology may see this program as an innovative way to combine the two. Others may use this degree as the first step toward medical school, a career in advanced medical research or graduate-level study in biomedical informatics.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
School of Health Systems Transformation
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HLTHN 401AA
chs@asu.edu
602-496-3300
Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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