ERASMUS+ | CAPACITY BUILDING IN HIGHER EDUCATION

DigHealth

Micro-credentials in Digital Health for Ethiopia and Somalia

Project ID: 101179425

About DigHealth Project Objectives

DigHealth Project Directory

Key structural details and strategic highlights of our collaborative initiative

Project Title

Micro-credentials in Digital Health for Ethiopia and Somalia.

Project ID

101179425

Programme

ERASMUS+ (CBHE)

Timeline

Dec 2024 - Nov 2027

Funding

European Union

Focus

Digital Health & Telemedicine

Welcome to DigHealth at Bule Hora University

As part of our continuous commitment to academic excellence, regional development, and modern innovation, Bule Hora University (BHU) is proud to be a key institutional partner in the international Erasmus+ initiative: "Micro-credentials in Digital Health for Ethiopia and Somalia (DigHealth)" (Project Reference: 101179425).Co-funded by the European Union under the Capacity Building in Higher Education programme, DigHealth is a transformative three-year journey running from December 2024 through November 2027. BHU is actively collaborating with an elite multidisciplinary consortium of 10 partner organizations across 5 countries to modernize healthcare education and bridge the digital divide in remote and underserved communities.

Bule Hora University’s Role

At Bule Hora University, our mission extends beyond our campus boundaries to address pressing societal needs. Within the DigHealth framework, BHU plays a vital regional and strategic role:

Stakeholder Needs Analysis

Conducting comprehensive studies on the education and training requirements of local healthcare and academic sectors to ensure the curriculum targets real-world challenges.

Regional Dissemination & Engagement

Leading efforts to share project milestones, research findings, and opportunities with local administrations, government officials, and community stakeholders.

Curriculum Modernization

Collaborating with national and international partners to integrate flexible micro-credentials in telemedicine, e-health, and digital literacy into higher education.

The Broader Vision: Transforming Healthcare in East Africa

In regions facing geographic isolation and infrastructural constraints, accessing quality healthcare is a persistent challenge. The DigHealth project addresses this by empowering healthcare professionals and students with cutting-edge digital competencies.

European Partners

East African Partners

BHU (Benadir University)
AAU (Amoud University)
JJU (Jigjiga University)
University of Hargeisa
Horseed International University
Somali Education and Health Association

DIGHEALTH VISION & OBJECTIVES

Core Objectives of the Initiative

Innovative Curriculum Development

Creating specialized, modular micro-credential programs totaling 30 ECTS credits focusing on digital health, electronic health records, and telemedicine.

Capacity Building

Equipping BHU and partner university educators with advanced pedagogical methods and digital tools through specialized international training.

Graduate Employability

Enhancing the job market readiness of medical and technology graduates, ensuring they are fully equipped for modern, tech-enabled clinical environments.

Digital Infrastructure

Developing scalable e-learning platforms and virtual setups designed for remote medical consults and shared knowledgUpgrading local educational technologies to facilitate seamless e-learning and remote medical consultations.e networks.

Join Us on the Digital Transformation Journey

Bule Hora University remains dedicated to fostering international collaboration, driving impactful research, and uplifting community health standards through digital innovation. Through DigHealth, we are helping build a resilient, digitally empowered healthcare future for Ethiopia and the wider region.

To stay updated on BHU’s local project activities, upcoming training sessions, and collaborative milestones, visit the official Digitalhealth – Digital Health Project website for news portal or reach out to our institutional project representatives.

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