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Vaccines: from smallpox to technologies of the future (edX)

Gain insights in the past, present and future of global immunization. Do you want to broaden your knowledge on vaccinology or get a first well-balanced introduction to different aspects of the vaccine field? Then tune in for this MOOC!

The Science of Medicines (FutureLearn)

Learn the science behind how and why medicines work, and what can improve patient's treatment, with this online course. What do you know about the medicines you take? The world’s growing population faces major health issues, and medicines are a primary pillar to effect better health. Learn about the [...]

Perioperative Medicine in Action (FutureLearn)

Explore perioperative medicine and how you can improve care for the high risk surgical patient. Join this RCoA endorsed course. Too many patients die or suffer prolonged complications following surgery. Perioperative medicine is an emerging, multi-disciplinary approach, which tackles this issue, by optimising the care of high-risk surgical patients. [...]

Focus on Suicidal Behaviours (EPA)

The last decades have seen the greatest advances in our knowledge about the causes of suicidal behaviours and in our skills to take care of those at risk and prevent future suicidal events. In this online course, we will give you an overview of these advances through the lenses [...]

Dysphagia: Swallowing Difficulties and Medicines (FutureLearn)

This course will enhance the knowledge of any person involved in the administration of medicines to patients with dysphagia. The course offers an opportunity to network with other learners and with the creators of the course through discussions, graphs and social networking features and to share knowledge with other [...]

Study Medicine: Applying for Medical School and Becoming a Medical Student (FutureLearn)

Jun 28th 2021
Study Medicine: Applying for Medical School and Becoming a Medical Student (FutureLearn)
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Thinking about becoming a doctor? Get tips for writing your medicine application and learn what it's like to be a medical student. Explore the prospect of a career in medicine with a leading UK medical school. Is a career in medicine right for you? On this course, you’ll explore [...]

Advanced Cardiac Imaging: Cardiac Magnetic Resonance (CMR) (edX)

First ever cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) MOOC! Learn the CMR essentials through short videos, downloadable cases & web forums. Available in multiple languages & follows guidelines for level 1 requirements. This course is for radiologists, cardiologists, radiographers/ technologists and other health professionals who want to learn more about cardiovascular [...]

Cellular Solids Part 2: Applications in Medicine (edX)

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Cellular Solids Part 2: Applications in Medicine (edX)
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Learn how to apply foam models to trabecular bones and osteoporosis as well as to scaffolds for tissue engineering. In this engineering course, we will explore cellular solids in medicine, including trabecular bone mechanics, the increased risk of bone fracture due to trabecular bone loss in patients with osteoporosis, [...]

ECG Assessment: an Introduction for Healthcare Providers (FutureLearn)

Understand the principles of electrocardiography and learn a step-by-step approach to the ECG test, with this free online course. The electrocardiograph (also known as electrocardiogram) or ECG is a non-invasive diagnostic procedure, commonly used to assess people with known or suspected heart disease, in a variety of healthcare settings. [...]

Implant Dentistry (edX)

Learn Implant Dentistry from world-class specialists and researchers! Join the state of art in the biology, the technology and clinical management in implant dentistry today! Follow leading specialists, researchers and teachers of Implant Dentistry from more than 10 countries around the world led by HKU's Implant Dentistry MOOC team [...]