MASTech

Degree of Master of Product Development (120 credits) with specialisation in Assistive Technology

Location: Jönköping

Start date: August 17, 2020

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The master's programme in product development, specialisation in assistive technology is a full-time, two-year master's programme (120 credits) which focuses on innovative product development and/or manufacturing of assistive devices for individuals with disabilities.

The programme aims to provide students with knowledge and skills related to product development, design and manufacturing and is specifically targeted towards preparing graduates for a career within the assistive technology sector.

The development of assistive technologies requires a unique combination of medical and engineering knowledge. As such, the program is open to students with backgrounds in prosthetics and orthotics or mechanical engineering.

A fundamental principle of the MASTech programme is for students to have the opportunity to link theory to industrial practice. As such, students will be required to complete a number of projects addressing problems identified by industry partners, as well as completing an industrial placement.

The programme is conducted and examined in English. Each course is assessed separately using a range of assessment methods including oral presentations, reports, projects and written examinations. In a single course one of these methods, or a combination of them, may be used.

Degree

Degree of Master (120 credits) with a major in Product Development specialisation Assistive Technology.

Facts

Conducted at School of Health and Welfare

Credits: 120 credits

Level: Master

Rate of study: Full-time

City: Jönköping

Place of study: Campus-based

Language: English

Start date: Autumn 2020

Application code: HJ-MU115

Requirements: The applicant must hold a minimum of a Bachelor degree or equivalent (i.e. the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university) in prosthetics and orthotics or mechanical engineering. Proof of English proficiency is required.
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Degree: Degree of Master (120 credits) with a major in Product Development specialisation Assistive Technology

Tuition fee for the first semester: 70000 SEK Total tuition fee: 280000 SEK

Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students

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Courses

Semester 1

Students with background in Healthcare

Fundamentals in Assistive Technology 7.5 credits
Introduction to Engineering Sciences – bridging course 15 credits
Product Realisation 7.5 credits

Students with a background in Engineering

Fundamentals in Assistive Technology 7.5 credits
Introduction to Medical Sciences – bridging course 15 credits
Product Realisation 7.5 credits

Semester 2

Materials and Production Processes 7.5 credits
Assistive Technology design 7.5 credits
Co-production theory and practice 7.5 credits
Innovation Project 7.5 credits

Semester 3

Quality improvement in health and engineering 7.5 credits
Management and Innovation in the health sector 7.5 credits
Research methods and evidence-based practice 7.5 credits
Industrial placement 7.5 credits