Course Description
Medical Device Science (Specialist Diploma)
This one-year, part-time specialist diploma aims to develop specialist knowledge of the medical devices sector and to develop relevant technical and soft skills. The qualification is a minor award at Degree level 8. This course is of benefit to people who require upskilling for career advancement within the medical devices sector, or for those looking for focused re-skilling with a view to a career change. On completion of the course, participants will have highly marketable, up-to-date knowledge and skills relevant to the medical devices sector. Students practice, and are assessed on, a range of technical and transferable skills relevant to meeting future skills needs in the workforce.
The specialist diploma awards are particularly suitable for students requiring medium-term upskilling for career advancement or for those interested in focused study in this subject area for personal or topical interest. The specialist diplomas are linked to the degree cycle of the modular programme in Science & Technology Studies which allow students to specialise by choosing from a range of electives. These elective modules are also available as independent awards which students may take for the purposes of upskilling or retraining in the area of Automation & Control, Medical Device Science or Lean & Quality Systems.
Training Provider | University of Galway– Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development |
Course Location | Galway |
Course Type | Online Learning |
Course Qualification | Diploma |
Awarding Body | University of Galway |
Awarding Body Details | Specialist Diploma |
Course Start Date | 02/09/2024 |
Course Duration | 1 year, part-time |
Course Fee | 2,500/3,000 Non-EU |
Entry Requirements | Applicants should have a Diploma at NFQ Level 7 of 90 ECTS minimum, in a Science, Engineering or Technical area, or otherwise prove that they satisfy the prerequisites of each of the modules as listed in the course outline section. |
Carear Path | This course is intended for medical device operatives and technicians who wish to advance and hone their skills with a view to moving into management roles. It will also be beneficial to those from a science or engineering background who wish to transfer existing skills and develop specialist knowledge in order to move into the medical devices sector. |
Course Provider
University of Galway– Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development
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University of Galway– Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development
Galway City, Galway
Republic of Ireland