E-learning in Medical Sciences (On-campus)
| Code | 1855 |
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| School | School of Medicine |
| Department | Department of e-Learning |
| Degree | Ph.D. |
| Apply | Apply |
Program Description:
E-learning in medical sciences is an interdisciplinary field that combine various academic disciplines including educational sciences, medical sciences and e-learning. This program mainly focusses on educational planning for e-learning paying critical attention to medical and health related area including clinical and laboratory practice. In addition, capabilities such as leadership, theory development in e-learning systems and applied research are considered in this program.
Objectives:
At the end of the program graduates will be competent in the following areas:
- Main competencies:
- Acting as teacher in courses/workshops regarding e-learning in medical and health related fields
- Acting as instructional designer for establishing e-learning/ blended learning systems in medical sciences
- Instructional designing and developing multimedia contents
- Planning and choosing appropriate e-learning software and platforms
- Evaluating and accrediting e-learning programs and institutions
- Conducting research and writing scientific paper in the field of e-learning
- Using evidence-based approach to educational management and leadership in e-learning
- Applying professionalism and ethical codes in e-learning environment
- Meta competencies
- Critical thinking and problem-solving as an e-learning professional
- Team working and collaborating effectively in a group
- Creativity and innovation as an e-learning professional
Admission Requirements
General Requirement: To apply for this program, you will need to fulfill a number of requirements, which can be found in the Graduate Admission Requirements.
Specific Requirements: the applicant must have one of the following prerequisite degrees:
Doctorate in Medicine (MD), Dentistry (DDS), Pharmacy (Pharm.D) or the equivalent degrees
M.Sc. in e-learning in medical sciences, medical education, educational technology in medical sciences
Admission Deadline
Tehran University of Medical Sciences has a rolling application system and reviews student applications all year round.
However, the deadline for the September intake is June 31.
Education Fees and Yearly Expenses
For complete and comprehensive information about fees and expenses, please refer to the Education Fees and Yearly Expenses section.
Duration
4 to 5 years, including minimum of 3 semesters for courses and then conducting PhD dissertation
Courses and number of credits:
Core Courses 17 credits
Non-core Courses (Electives) 5 credits
Dissertation: 20 credits
Total: 42 credits
Compensatory*: 10 credits
* Students should study some or all of these courses according to their background degree(s).
Program Curriculum
For more information, please download the Program Curriculum of E-Learning in Medical Sciences
Contact Information:
If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the Department of e-Learning in Medical Sciences, Tehran University of Medical Sciences.
Contact Person: Dr. Rita Mojtahedzadeh
Tel.: (+98 21) 42036001
Email: e_learning@sina.tums.ac.ir – r_mojtahedzadeh@tums.ac.ir
Address: No. 2, Dolatshahi Alley., Naderi St., Keshavarz Blvd, Tehran, Iran
To contact the Office of International Admissions, please use the following information:
Tel.: (+98 21) 8890 2090-93, Ext.: 166
Email: admission@tums.ac.ir
Address: No. 21, Dameshgh St., Vali-e Asr Ave., Tehran 1416753955, Iran
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In case you are ready to apply, please refer to TUMS Online Application Form below.
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