The aim of this module is to become familiar with the process and practice of design for IT systems for delivering healthcare information services. In this module, the architectural requirements of exemplar systems, including the interface, business services, cloud, quality attributes, privacy and security and multilingual requirements are put under the microscope. The focus is on data-driven technologies that underpin contemporary healthcare provision, decision services and mobile services. On completion of the module, the student will be familiar with the design of modern healthcare systems and have acquired the skillsets necessary to differentiate between good and bad systems design.

1. Critically analyse the composition of IT infrastructure in the context of healthcare requirements.
2. Critically examine the requirements for a data-driven organisation and identify prerequisites.
3. Critically appraise interfacing technology for data integration and determine its place within a layered architecture.
4. Analyse Healthcare IT systems and information flow in the context of patient journey.
5. Evaluate, analyse and examine key elements required to integrate and support the healthcare application in a hospital environment.
6. Determine the technologies and skills needed for cloud-based healthcare system applications.