Our Robotics in Healthcare short course will raise your awareness about the current impact of robotics in healthcare. Additionally, you will explore the potential future contributions of robotics in this field.
Why study with us
- Be part of a digital health ready workforce.
- Tailor your study to your career aspirations, professional or organisational needs and interests.
- Online delivery means you can fit your studies around your work and other commitments.
Key course information
Level: Postgraduate, Level 7
Delivery: Online
Study mode: Part-time
Duration: 4 months
Module code: MB4086
Start date: September, January and May
The course is taught online and tutorials can be scheduled to suit your work pattern.
Course overview
On successful completion, you will be able to:
- Critically appraise the impact of robotics on health care delivery.
- Identify the different types of robotic applications currently in use across the UK health and care sector. Look at how this compares to other international health economies.
- Identify opportunities in which robotics could be used to aid the current workforce challenges in place across the NHS.
Accreditations
Future careers in digital health
Our digital health courses will prepare you for work in the digitally-literate healthcare organisations of the 21st century.
You'll exploit digital opportunities in healthcare to improve patient outcomes. This means you'll deliver safe care more efficiently and effectively. You'll bridge the gap between health and social care teams.
Entry requirements
- British honours degree (2:2 class or above) or equivalent in a relevant subject from an approved institution of higher education
- GCSE Grade C or above in English Language / IELTS Level 6.5 or equivalent
- Non-standard applicants are welcomed. Recognition of Prior and Work-Based Learning in accordance with University regulations may be available
This course is delivered by the School of Medicine and Dentistry
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