Neuromodulation (SURG0129)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Medical Sciences
Teaching department: Division of Surgery and Interventional Science
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

Neuromodulation is a rapidly-evolving field within pain management that offers a new approach to complex pain conditions. This module has been developed by expert clinicans with a passion for the specialty and has the support of international pain societies including the International Neuromodulation Society.

You will learn about the clinical application of neuromodulation from the basic science of electricity to an evidence-based approach to assessing its use in practice. The module discusses the business and governance logistics in establishing an effective service.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: Online
Methods of assessment: 75% Viva or oral presentation

25% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 9
Module leader: Dr Ashish Shetty
Who to contact for more information: painmsc@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Important information

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Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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