The Department of Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) at the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Kuwait University, is a pioneering academic department dedicated to preparing qualified professionals who combine medical, administrative, and information technology knowledge to enhance healthcare systems.
The department’s mission is to develop leaders capable of driving digital transformation in healthcare through education, research, and community engagement.
 

About the Major
Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) is an interdisciplinary field that integrates healthcare science, management, and information technology. It focuses on the collection, organization, analysis, protection, and use of health data to improve the quality of patient care and support clinical and administrative decision-making.
The curriculum covers topics such as:
•    Biomedical sciences and healthcare statistics.
•    Quality management and performance improvement.
•    Health information systems and management.
•    Healthcare privacy, confidentiality, and ethics.
•    Applied health informatics and electronic health records.

Nature of Study
The program offers a Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management, requiring 127 credit hours.
It combines theoretical and practical learning through:
•    Classroom and computer-assisted learning.
•    Problem-based learning and student projects.
•    Clinical training at hospitals and healthcare institutions.
•    Specialized laboratories simulating hospital information systems.
Innovative teaching methods include simulations, student presentations, field trips, and guest lectures.

Support for Students with Disabilities
The department is committed to inclusivity and provides various academic and physical support services for students with disabilities, including:
•    Accessible learning facilities and laboratories.
•    Academic accommodations and assistive technologies.
•    Flexible exam arrangements and adaptive learning materials.
 

Career Opportunities
Graduates of the HIIM program enjoy diverse career paths in both public and private sectors, such as:
•    Ministry of Health and public hospitals.
•    Private healthcare institutions and insurance companies.
•    Health IT and software development companies.
•    Research centers and health statistics organizations.
•    Regulatory and quality management agencies.
Graduates may also pursue postgraduate studies in health informatics, public health, healthcare management, or data analytics.