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Here you will find information on news relating to Innovation and Workforce Diversification. Contact us: nes.learningandinnovation@nhs.scot
Are you considering a master’s degree in digital health and social care?
The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) offers Master's Scholarships to support a talent pipeline and nurture future leaders into the sector. Once you secure a spot on a relevant course, contact your course organiser who will apply for the scholarship on your behalf.
DHI has announced and extension to the deadline for applications for Masters Scholarships commencing January 2025. The deadline is 10th December
For more details on the scholarship please visit https://www.dhi-scotland.com/masters-scholarships
The sum of the scholarship is £7,775; and the eligibility criteria is expanded to include all potential students who have been resident in the UK (not only Scotland) for three years.
Applications are open for The Academy of Medical Sciences Cross-Sector Experience Awards
The Academy’s Cross-Sector Programme was first launched in 2022, and aims to bring together innovators and researchers from different fields to promote health innovation.
Further to this, a new funding stream launched in 2023 to offer the Cross Sector Experience Awards. In addition to providing the incentives and resources required to work in another sector, this scheme will support individuals to:
Visit Cross-Sector Experience Awards | The Academy of Medical Sciences to find full details.
Applications close Thursday 27th February 2025
This can complement other support available in Scotland’s Health Innovation and research space and we encourage exploration of this opportunity for growth.
NES is delighted to be involved in a new national Digital Dermatology pathway, which allows faster diagnosis and assessment of skin conditions using a secure mobile app.
To find more information please visit Scottish patients to benefit from new national digital dermatology pathway