Postgraduate programme Rehabilitation & human sustainable technology
Rehabilitation Technology includes devices and systems designed to prevent or help individuals recover from physical, mental, or cognitive impairments. If necessary, these technologies aim to restore function, improve mobility, and enhance the quality of life for individuals undergoing rehabilitation.
Human Sustainable Technology refers to technologies and programs that are designed to maintain and improve human capital. The goal is to ensure that individuals have the resources and support needed to thrive and contribute effectively to society.
Integration of Rehabilitation and Human Sustainability with a focus on creating patient-centered technologies that also contribute to human capital development. This means developing devices and systems that not only aid in rehabilitation but also support long-term health.
Curious about the Postgraduate programme? You can find it here.
Admission requirements
- A secondary school diploma
- Good ICT skills
- A healthy dose of interest in programming and computer science
Courses
One of the objectives of this micro-credential is that the student is becoming acquainted with, and will learn how to use technology to measure, analyse and objectify functional capacity e.g. to measure position, motion-range, movement, activity (gait) and speed, use this data for analysis, clinical reasoning, diagnosis and prognosis. The student will learn of advanced technologies and golden standards and the flaws of wearables and easy- accessible tools for physiotherapists.
Next to this the micro-credential also focusses on musculoskeletal complaints, advanced anatomy, diagnostic imaging, the related medical engineering behind the imaging and the analysis of the results. We will link both parts using clinical case studies and this evidence based clinical reasoning will be used to structure and guide student's trough both modules within this micro-credential.
Through case studies, we will also provide an introduction in the thought process regarding user centered technology.
First semester
The programme is organised in the first semester
16 ECTS
The micro-credential consists of 16 credits
VUB Health Campus Jette
- 1 intensive on-campus week at the VUB Health Campus located in Jette
- 1 intensive on-campus week at the SOMT University in Amersfoort
What is a Micro-credential?
Micro-credentials are small, academic programmes that focus on specific subjects and competences. They consist of one or more courses or course parts taught in a Bachelor or Master programme at the university. Usually, they are taught for a few hours spread over one semester or one academic year. They are literally micro-courses.
If you pass the micro-credential, you receive a certificate proving that you have acquired the competences. These are official credits. This is where micro-credentials differ from other programmes, such as study days or trainings. The credits and competences you obtain are recognised throughout your career and can lead to exemptions from future programmes, for example, even at other institutions.
Micro-credentials are important for lifelong learning. After all, in our rapidly changing society, it is essential that everyone keeps working to renew their own competences. Micro-credentials are blocks that you can stack and combine throughout your life and career to further direct your own pathway. There are several advantages to taking micro-credentials. Since they are short, specific courses, you only learn what you need to upskill or specialise.
In addition, the certificate guarantees your acquired competences and the credits are often recognised abroad. They are a great asset on your CV.
Costs
The tuition fee consist of a fixed amount and a variable amount
The fixed amount is an administrative fee paid once per academic year. The variable amount is a specific fee per credit or ECTS that you enrol for.
Enrolment
Start your online application here
Look under 'continuing education' to select your micro-credential.
Check the application deadlines here
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Teaching methods
The VUB is committed to blended learning, a combination of online and on-campus lessons. Therefore, students need not necessarily be on campus if they do not have to be, but we still believe in the added value of physical teaching moments.
Classes are usually taught for a few hours spread over one semester or one academic year. You can always check the class timetable, where you can see if a course is online, on campus or taught through recorded lessons. It is best to view the timetables for each individual course.
Daytime and evening classes
You can take this course in a blended programme of daytime and evening classes. Some lessons will also be pre-recorded so you can watch them at your own pace. Working sessions will only be live to practice your skills. Next to this you will need to practice at your own pace without guidance to be able to follow the proceedings of the course.
Any questions?
Do you have questions or do you want more information about this micro-credential? Feel free to contact Prof. Dr. Matthias Eggermont.
The new training offer of micro-credentials was developed and announced with the support of the European Union.