The course, entitled AI for Health and Social Care Practitioners, is a flexible, fully online programme running from January to May. The university says the course is designed for people who aren't using AI yet but want to start. It does not focus on technical training, but on building confidence, critical understanding and professional insight.

In addition, the course also features lectures from a range of speakers including Jonathan Cameron, Scottish Government deputy director for digital health and care. He leads the delivery of Scotland's Digital Health and Care Strategy, overseeing major national programmes such as the Digital Front Door, National Digital Platform and the Health and Social Care Data Strategy.

Claire Currie, professional lead for diagnostic radiography in the School of Health and Life Sciences' Department of Allied Health Professions, said: ‘AI is nothing without the human touch. It's not about robots - it's about collaboration and the people who shape how AI is used. That's especially true in healthcare.

‘This module is essential because it's about building talent and capability within the health and social care workforce, and that directly feeds into the strength of the NHS.

‘It's ideal for anyone working in frontline primary health or social care who wants to understand how to embrace AI in their everyday practice.'