Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the field of healthcare. The course is suitable for those with a healthcare or research background within health- or social care, or relevant life science fields who have an interest in AI and its impact within the healthcare sector.

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    Credits
    7.5
    Duration
    0.5 year
    Scope
    Part-time
    Language
    English

    Why study Artificial Intelligence in healthcare?

    The development within AI provides us with new possibilities within diagnosing, predictions of outcomes, discovery and analysis of new treatments, systems for care management and with ethical challenges. It is therefore important to understand what this technology is and what role it might have for us now and in the future.

    What do you learn?

    After finalizing this course you will have knowledge about

    • The history of AI and its various types, including machine learning, deep learning and natural language processing
    • The role of AI in healthcare
    • Ethical considerations
    • Potential applications and challenges

    Read more in the course plan.

    Target group

    The course is for those with a healthcare or research background within health- or social care or relevant life science fields who have an interest in AI and its impact within the healthcare sector. 

    Practical information

    Digital teaching form

    This course will be delivered in a fully digital format using Canvas. The course consists of interactive live sessions, pre-recorded videos, assignments, and other digital material. The student works on an assignment throughout the course to demonstrate the achievement of the learning outcomes. 

    Exam format

    Written, individual paper on 2000 +/- 10%  words. Individual supervision will be given.