Nation: UK
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Closing Innovation Month 2025 – Thank you!
by Ed Hughes, CEO and Josie Turner, Policy Officer The Council of Deans of Health has delivered an interesting and engaging Innovation Month for its members, and we’d…
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Blog: Looking Ahead to Establish Principles of Generative AI in Healthcare Education
The CoDH Innovation and Pedagogy group is leading the change in developing high-level principles for integrating AI into healthcare education, recognizing its potential to enhance teaching, learning, and…
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Briefing | Looking Ahead to Establish Principles of Generative AI in Healthcare Education – Innovation Month 2025
by Ruth Paterson, Head of Nursing, Edinburgh Napier University; Chair, Innovation & Pedagogy Strategic Policy Group, Council of Deans of Health The Innovation and Pedagogy group at the…
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Closing Innovation Month 2025
by Ed Hughes, CEO and Josie Turner, Policy Officer The Council of Deans of Health has delivered an interesting and engaging Innovation Month for its members, and we’d…
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Student’s Innovation: Creating an Educational Video for Day Surgery Patients
A student’s initiative to create a video for Day Surgery service users and highlighted the importance of student-led innovation in advancing education, clinical practice, and leadership development.
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The Value of Simulation in Radiography, a student’s perspective
Francesca Dixon reflects on how simulation has become a vital part of diagnostic radiography training, offering students a safe space to refine technical skills, build confidence, and enhance…
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The Value of Simulation in Radiography, a student’s perspective – Innovation Month 2025
This blog reflects the views of the author. The Council of Deans of Health has a wide membership and set of partnerships with a range of opinions that…
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One year on: The Council’s progress and next steps on simulation
This blog explores the significant impact of the ‘Simulation in Nursing Education: An Evidence Base for the Future’ report published in January 2024, which has generated considerable interest…
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One year on: The Council’s progress and next steps on simulation
by Megan Isherwood, Senior Policy Officer. This blog will explore the significant impact of the ‘Simulation in Nursing Education: An Evidence Base for the Future’ report published in…
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AI: A New Age in Healthcare Education, an Educator’s Perspective
Dr. Istapraq W. Hashem reflects on the role of AI in healthcare education, exploring its potential benefits and challenges, such as ethical concerns and a lack of guidance…
Latest publications and briefings
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Principles for the use of Generative AI in healthcare education
The Council of Deans of Health has published the Principles for the use of Generative AI in Healthcare Education report as part of its Innovation…
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Briefing: UCAS Applicant Statistics for January 2026
The University and College Admissions Service (UCAS) has published a statistical release providing core numbers for the January equal consideration deadline 2026. The Council has published a briefing which summarises some of the key…
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AI Week: The Pedagogy of AI – Implications for healthcare education
Following the Council of Deans of Health’s 2025 Digital Summit, we are publishing this collaborative report with Elsevier which explores the evolving role of…
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Briefing: UCAS statistics on placed applicants 28 days after A-level and SQA results day 2025
UCAS has published data on confirmed places on undergraduate higher education courses 28 days after A-level results following the Clearing process. The full data…
Latest podcast episodes
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Over the past two decades, the health and care sector has experienced significant growth in the range of simulation techniques available, driven by advances in immersive technologies. The value of simulation lies in its ability to achieve intended outcomes in ways that may not be as easily or safely accomplished through traditional educational or practice-based…
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This Innovation Month 2026 podcast explores how education providers can embed the principles of co-production into the design and delivery of simulation-based education. Speakers will unpack what co-production means, why it matters, and the benefits it brings, alongside practical tips for overcoming common challenges. There will also be an opportunity to reflect on ASPiH standards…
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This Innovation Month 2026 podcast explores the importance of interprofessional education (IPE), an approach that brings together students from a range of disciplines to learn collaboratively and develop the skills essential for effective practice. Recognised for strengthening teamwork, communication, IPE continues to play a vital role in preparing students for integrated, person‑centred care. In this…
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This podcast critically explores bias in AI, particularly within the context of healthcare education. It unpacks what “bias” means in AI systems and highlights the real-world consequences of these biases, from reinforcing harmful stereotypes to perpetuating inequities in student outcomes and clinical training. The discussion raises urgent questions about responsibility and how students and staff…