15 credit level 7 module
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This 15 credit module, Disease, Diagnosis and Monitoring, will introduce you to the key chronic disease conditions that will benefit from advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies.
In each subject area, disease pathology, screening, diagnosis, monitoring and prognosis will be discussed from the perspective of existing health technology and their associated limitations. This will be discussed together with respect to how AI and digital medicine has the potential to dramatically change and improve these clinical tools, ultimately improving healthcare and the associated economic burden.
On successful completion of this level 7 (Masters level) module, you will be able to:
The module syllabus typically includes the following:
This module will be delivered through integrated lectures, where each lecture will provide the basic underpinning of each chronic disease, highlighting the unmet clinical need that AI or digital technology can address.
Several classes will be included that are linked to the lecture series offering students an applied understanding of each topic section.
Sessions are delivered on Frenchay Campus with the exception of one practical session on Respiratory/Cardiovascular Physiology and Diagnostics which will be on Glenside Campus.
Assessment for this module comprises two parts:
Formative assessment is embedded in the tutorial sessions that develops the students pitching and communication skills.
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You'll have access to a range of on-campus and online facilities to support your learning, including the University Library which is open 24 hours a day.
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