Connected Healthcare
€375
Gain insight into digital healthcare solutions through a foundational knowledge in artificial intelligence and machine learning and consider how to overcome barriers to uptake and access through this hybrid programme.
Micro-credential
4 weeks
Hybrid - Part-time
5 ECTS
5 March 2025
About
With the Connected Healthcare Micro-credential from RCSI School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences you'll gain insight and knowledge in enhancing and implementing digital healthcare solutions with a foundational knowledge in artificial intelligence and machine learning, its approaches and application.
There is a focus on software as a medical device, analysing the drivers, enablers and barriers to connected health. The course will also provide you with insights into the internet of medical things, encouraging you to apply the concepts to clinical pathways and review and critique current applications.
This is a four-week module, delivered in a hybrid model.
This course is a Level 9 award on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.
Consider the foundational use of AI
Explore software as a medical device and barriers to access
Gain insight into the internet of medical things
Suitable for
This micro-credential is designed for those who hold an undergraduate healthcare degree (pharmacy or medicine) or a primary degree in biological, chemical or mathematical/statistical science, including computer science.
Course information
RCSI's micro-credentials may be stacked to build to a higher award.
Admissions
Applicants should have successfully completed an undergraduate healthcare (pharmacy or medicine) degree or a primary degree programme (minimum of a 2.1 honours or equivalent) in a biological, chemical or mathematical/statistical science (including computer science).
In addition, candidates who hold a primary degree, with a second-class grade (H2.2) in a biological, chemical or mathematical/statistical science (including computer science) and with industrial experience will be considered.
Students who successfully secure a place on the programme can apply for a student visa. RCSI can provide a visa letter to support an application for a student visa.
If English is not your native language, an English language qualification is required. English language qualifications include a minimum overall score of 6.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), as per RCSI requirements. More information about English language requirements for Postgraduate study at RCSI.
Fee: €375.
Fees for this micro-credential have been subsidised by the Human Capital Initiative (HCI) Pillar 3 Micro-Credentials Subsidy, funded by the Higher Education Authority (HEA).
Please note
- There is a non-refundable online application fee of €50. Fees can be paid by bank transfer, cheque (made payable to ‘RCSI’) or bank giro. Full details on fee payment will be emailed to you shortly before the commencement of your module.
- Payment is due in full before the start of the module.