MEDN67541 15 Semester 1 Postgraduate Taught Level 7 Martin Fergie Unit coordinator Richard Byers Unit coordinator School of Medical Sciences 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 7.5 <p>This unit will provide a broad-based knowledge of digital pathology, particularly of whole slide imaging, with emphasis on 1) the drivers and obstacles to its introduction into clinical pathology, 2) integration into clinical pathology information systems 3) imaging metrics and image analysis, 4) its use in research, 5) its use in quality assurance/assessment schemes and 6) its economic benefits</p><p>The lectures will be delivered by a range of clinical and non-clinical academic staff.</p> <p>This unit will provide a broad-based knowledge of digital pathology, particularly of whole slide imaging, with emphasis on 1) the drivers and obstacles to its introduction into clinical pathology, 2) integration into clinical pathology information systems 3) imaging metrics and image analysis, 4) its use in research, 5) its use in quality assurance/assessment schemes and 6) its economic benefits</p><p>The lectures will be delivered by a range of clinical and non-clinical academic staff.</p> <p>To equip students with an advanced knowledge of digital pathology and an understanding of its application in the delivery of pathology services and research.</p> 1 Written exam 50% 2 Written assignment (inc essay) 50% <p><span style="color: rgb(60, 60, 60); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Feedback for assessments will be via Blackboard or Student Services my.manchester.ac.uk</span></p> N 0 0 150