Undergraduate courses

Foundation Degree in Assistive Technology

Assistive Technology (AT) can make a significant contribution to improving the health, well-being and choices of older people and those with long term conditions.

The Foundation in Assistive Technology - aimed primarily at health and social care, independent and third sector support workers, as well as those working in industry - will develop knowledge and skills in the use and delivery of assistive technology services including telecare and telehealth.

It will also provide the opportunity for the development of the knowledge and skills required of Assistant Practitioner level roles in health and social care.

For more information visit the Foundation Degree in Assitive Technology course page

BSc Rehabilitation Engineering

This BSc Rehabilitation Engineering course will allow you to design products that will assist others in their daily lives.

A Rehabilitation Engineer uses the clinical application of engineering principles and technology in the provision of services, research, and development to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. As a rehabilitation engineer your work will involve the reduction of environmental barriers, and or the restoration or improvement of the physical, mental and social function of a person with a disability.

For more information visit the BSc Rehabilitation Engineering course page

 

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