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Graduate Certificate Human Factors in Medical Devices and Systems (Online) at Tufts University

Tufts University, United States

Programme overview

The Online Certificate in Human Factors in Medical Devices and Systems at Tufts University is a four-course graduate certificate focused on helping make medical devices and systems safe, effective, and easy to use. Students build skills in medical technology development, human factors methods, usability evaluation, design verification, and validation for products and systems used in health care settings.

Faculty: School of Engineering  |  Department: Mechanical Engineering  |  Duration: 12 - 24 months (4 courses credits)  |  Study mode: part-time, online  |  Intake: Fall, Spring  |  Location: Medford, MA, United States

What you will study

Students complete four graduate courses: two foundation courses and two approved electives.

Career pathways

The Online Certificate in Human Factors in Medical Devices and Systems can support students and professionals who want focused knowledge in designing and evaluating medical technology around user needs.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Resume/CV; Personal Statement; Transcripts; One letter of recommendation; Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo test scores (if applicable); Mechanical Engineering requires a minimum TOEFL score of 100, IELTS score of 7.5, or Duolingo score of 120 for admittance

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall, Spring

Duration: 12 - 24 months (4 courses credits)

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