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    Digital Health BSc (Hons)/MSci

    Cardiff Metropolitan University

    Cardiff Metropolitan University

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    United Kingdom, Cardiff

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    B854

    Campuses

    Llandaff Campus

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines25-Sep-2023
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    Duration 3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 15,000  / year
    Next Intake 25-Sep-2023

    Digital Health BSc (Hons)/MSci

    About

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    CourseOverview

    This exciting degree in Digital Health prepares students to be a part of the expanding Digital Health sector. It involves learning about technology - including hardware, databases, information management and systems architecture - specifically from the perspective of healthcare. For example, in addition to learning about how technology can be used to improve health, you will learn about what causes disease, and how health and disease are defined and measured.

    This will promote creativity in considering the variables that might be measured for the purpose of helping understand and improve health and wellbeing, to influence health behaviours, treatments, and outcomes. A unique feature of the Digital Health degree is the inclusion of modules on user centred design, delivered by which will ensure that you are able to design intuitive and appealing interfaces that people can easily engage with and will want to use.

    The course will also involve industrial engagement and placements, with an emphasis on tackling real-life issues, to foster the development of active problem solvers, capable of developing technical solutions to clinical and health related challenges. This will provide graduates with the skills, knowledge and experience to help deliver what digital health promises.

    Pease note: This programme is not running for September 2022 entry and will therefore not be accepting applications.

    A range of learning and teaching approaches are used on the course, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and group work. A problem solving approach is adopted, with group work focusing on the development of problem solving skills in relation to real-life scenarios. Laboratory-based practical sessions are undertaken in the School of Technologies - relating to the development of skills in the development of software and hardware - and the School of Sport and Health Sciences - relating to understanding and gaining experience of the measurement of various markers of health, disease and functional performance. These activities are informed by briefs provided by stakeholders including the NHS, Public Health Wales and the MediWales Life Science Network.

    The programme is delivered by staff from the Schools of Technologies and Sport and Health Sciences, with specialist content also provided by the School of Art and Design in relation to Human-Centred Design. Technologies staff have expertise in hardware and software development, whilst Health Sciences staff have expertise in the definition and measurement of health, disease and functional performance, and in relation to the provision and assessment of a range of interventions from population to individual levels. There are thriving research groups in all areas, which enhances the environment in which the programme is delivered.

    Moodle, the University Virtual Learning Environment, is used to enhance delivery and engagement.

    All students are supported by a personal tutor, who provides both academic and pastoral guidance through the period of study.

    Disciplines

     Delivered by both the Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences and Cardiff School of Technologies

    wth input from Cardiff School of Art & Design

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    2 year Diploma from a recognised institution

    OR A-Levels or International Baccalaureate

    OR American High School Diploma with GPA 3.0 (grade B average) plus one of the following:
    SAT 1 combined score of 1100 or above and a 6 score in the essay
    ACT (American College Test) score of 20 or above
    Advanced Placement Tests (Aps) with grade 3 or above in at least two relevant subjects

    Tawjihi (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) plus recognised Foundation Year programme

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS 4.5 (4.0 in each area) is required for Foundation

    IELTS score of 6.0 (5.5 in each area) is required for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Courses

    For alternative English qualifications we will accept in lieu of IELTS please click here.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 15,000 

    How to Apply

    IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to measures being taken in response to the global COVID-19 outbreak, Cardiff Metropolitan University is facing ongoing delays in processing International Applications. Whilst we still invite you to complete your application, please note that our response time will currently be longer than the usual 14 days. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.​

    ​Please click on each section of the How to Apply flowchart to see further details on​ each stage:​​

    Choose​ your course

    If you have not yet chosen which course you would like to study please check out our A-Z course lists:​

    Undergraduate courses

    Postgraduate courses​

    Check the entry requirements

    Entry requirements differ from course to course. The University valuesboth work experience and academic qualifications and will consider students from a wide range of academic backgrounds. You may also need to undertake an English qualification before being admitted onto a course. For guidance on entry requirements from your country please check our Country Specific Information Page.

    Our team of International Marketing Officers travel all over the world to meet potential students and assist with your queries and application. In some cases, you can be interviewed and be made an offer in person in your own country. Found out where our officers will be next by viewing ourCountrySpecific InformationPage​.​​​

    Complete an application

    For bothUndergraduate and Postgraduateprogrammes, International applicationscan be made directly to the University using ourInternational Student Application Form. To assist with the completion of your application form please refer to theInternational Ap plication Guidance Notes.

    For International Undergraduate applicantswe also accept applications from the University and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), details of how to apply can be found on theirwebsite.

    Current students please visitthis page to make an application.

    For Post graduate applications to Cardiff School of Art and Design, as well as completing the above application process, you will also need to complete the supportingonline form.

    Submit supporting​ documents

    In order for us to assess your application, it is very important to provide us with as much information about your academic qualifications as possible. Therefore, you will also need to submit the following documents with your application:

    • Photocopies of your exam certificates and transcripts

    • Statement of Purpose/ personal statement- this is your opportunity to tell the University more about your previous qualification/experience, why you wish to study the course and in the UK. When writing your SOP, explain reasons for wanting to study the subject, how your skills/experience/knowledge meet the entry criteria, how the course will help your career or long-term personal development plans and what else you have done outside of the classroom setting (e.g. voluntary work/work experience/ hobbies or special interests).A Statement of Purpose is not required for the International Foundation Course

    • English language certificate orNARIC Statement of Comparability - if applicable. Please see the English Language Requirementspage for more details.

    • 1 educational reference (2 employer references are required for offers based on work experience). Your reference must be submitted on official headed paper.A reference is not required for the International Foundation Course and Foundation Leading to courses.

    • Evidence of sponsorship – if applicable

    • Art and Design courses only – you should send a copy of your portfolio which should include 10-20 clear and informative slides or photographs on a CD ROM or through an appropriate online resource such as Flickr. This should be accompanied by an explanation of the dimensions, medium, subject matter and any other information. We would also welcome any further statements about the influences, aims and ideas in your work, your ambitions and other achievements

    • Sports courses only – evidence of personal sporting achievements

    Supporting documentations are uploaded using the International Student Application Form. You will not be required to send hard copies of your documents unless requested by the International Office.​​


    If you have any questions about your application or what you need to qualify for entry onto your chosen course, our team will be very pleased to give you advice. Please email: askinternational@cardiffmet.ac.uk.​


    Additional Information:

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    English Language Requirements

    Our English language requirements will vary depending on your level of study.​
    Please note: Research degrees i.e. MPhil, PhD, Professional Doctorate and Taught Doctorate require IELTS 6.5 with 6.5 in reading and writing or t​he equivalent in a UKVI recognised English Language test. For further details on acceptable English qualifications please visit our English Language Requirements page.

    Cardiff Metropolitan University Disability Service

    If you have been diagnosed with a disability you will be please to hear that there is support available​ to you at Cardiff Met. For full advice ​about this support please read the International Student Guidance for Disabled Students.

    Cardiff Met’s Disability Service assists students who have a disability or specific learning difficultly to access support enabling them to fully participate in their studies.
    At Cardiff Met we currently support over a thousand students with a range of disabilities which include:

    • Hearing Impairments
    • Visual Impairments
    • Medical issues such as Epilepsy, Diabetes, and ME
    • Dyslexia or other Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)
    • Mental Health support
    • Autism and Aspe​rgers Syndrome (ASD)​
    • Physical Disabilities

    If you think that any of these apply to you please ensure that you declare this on your application form. Any declared disabilities will be treated confidentially as stated in our Confidentiality and Disclosure policy.

    For more information on disabilities and available support please see Cardiff Met’s Disability Service webpage and the Equality Act 2010.​​

    Application timescales and imp​orta​nt information

    ​​​​​A confirmation email will be sent to you upon receipt of your application. A decision on your application should be received by email within 21 working days.

    ​The International Office admissions process adheres to the University's Admission policy which is available here.

    If you are successful and you are made an offer, you should contact the International Office as soon as possible to tell us if you wish to accept your offer. We will then provide you with further information regarding the progress of your application and preparing to arrive at the University.

    Under 18s Student Policy

    The University does not discriminate on the basis of age and admits a small number of students annually who are aged under 18 at the commencement of their programme of study. The University is, however, an adult environment and treats all its students as mature and independent individuals, and students aged under 18 are treated in the same way.

    The full arrangements for under 18s are outlined in the Admission of Students Aged Under 18 Policy. This document aims to be explicit about the respective individual responsibilities of the University, the student, and parents/guardians. All students aged under 18 are required to have a named guardian within the UK and parents are required to formally sign a Consent Form before an unconditional offer is made. This Form will be sent directly during the admissions process.

    Applying from an overseas Partner (TNE) Institution

    We welcome applications from students studying Cardiff Metropolitan courses within our overseas partner institutions. The following information is provided as guidance to students wishing to transfer to the UK t​o complete current qualifications or to undertake further studies with us.

    I wish to transfer my studies, what do I need to do?
    If you are wishing to transfer and complete your studies, please provide a copy of your transcripts and provide details of all completed and pending modules. We will then request the relevant Programme leader to map across your modules to ensure that we can transfer you directly and ensure that you are allocated the correct fee amount for your remaining tuition.

    I have completed a Cardiff Metropolitan degreeoverseas, can I now study masters in the UK? Yes – we welcome all our overseas graduates for further studies with us in Cardiff. You would also be eligible for our £2000 Alumni scholarship awarded to students who have completed their Undergraduate studies with Cardiff Metropolitan and progress onto Masters in the UK.

    Application Process
    In order to apply, pleaseuse our International Student Application Form. With your application, please provide the following support documents:


    • Academic transcripts and degree certificate where available
    • High School qualification
    • Statement of purpose
    • Letter of recommendation from current institution
    • Copy of passport information page

    You will not need to provide a recognised English language qualification, instead thesuccessful completion of the Cardiff Metropolitan University English Language Interview willform part of a conditional offer.

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    Digital Health BSc (Hons)/MSci

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