Compulsory modules

Human Factors and Systems (15 credits)

The aim of this module is to enable students to understand systems ideas as they apply to human factors and to organizations, the causation of systems accidents, the consequences of these for the design of systems, and to have a framework of knowledge for further use in professional and social life.

Healthcare Ergonomics and Patient Safety (15 credits)

The aim of this module is for students to gain an understanding of applying ergonomics methods and knowledge to the health and social care field.
This applied module will provide the student with tools and skills to evaluate the effects of care delivery from an organisational, worker and patient/service user perspective.
This will include aspects of patient safety, environmental design and safety behaviour in the care context.