This unique Post Graduate Diploma course is delivered by the Griffith Innopharma Faculty of Science and is a blend of medical device technology and business.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Device Technology & Business is a blended learning programme, delivered through evening class room learning supported by live online broadcasts and weekend group work.
The course will focus on core competencies such as medical device classification, device design cycle, manufacturing, quality systems & regulations, biocompatibility, operational excellence, lean sigma, emerging trends in medical devices, medical device measurement and analysis, strategic thinking and professional development.
We have two intakes for this course throughout the year, commencing in January and September.
This course offered me a variety of skills from the business operations perspective, management and operational behaviour. It was a great to complete the degree in only 10 months. As pharma industry is rapidly growing in Ireland, I would advise anyone to take the opportunity to develop new skills for this dynamic industry.
I have been offered a paid contract role in the Projects department of Glaxo Smith Kline Beecham in Dungarvan. This is proof in the pudding that the course has been a huge success for me; once I get into this field, I shouldn't have any problem applying for other roles within the Pharmaceutical/Medical Device sector.
This course is delivered 2 evenings per week (online or in class, whichever you prefer) and 2 Saturdays per month.
A three-semester taught course in Medical Device Technology & Business (60 ETCS Credits) leading cumulatively to a Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Medical Device Technology & Business.
This programme is delivered 2 evenings per week (in class or online) and 2 Saturdays per month on campus.
The primary target audience are those with a minimum qualification of higher degree (minimum 2.2 or higher) at NFQ Level 8 or higher in Science, Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Medicine or related discipline.
Applicants should contact Orla McKiernan or a member of the Innopharma Education team at +353 1 485 3346 or via email.
Students can also apply directly through Griffith.ie
An Academic Administration Fee of EUR250.00 and a 2% Learner Protection Charge is applicable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below. The fees below relate to Year 1 fees only.
Dublin
Irish/EU living in Ireland: EUR 6,100.00
An Academic Administration Fee of EUR250.00 and a 2% Learner Protection Charge is applicable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below.
Non-EU students: a Medical Insurance, Student Services and Administration fee of EUR300 is payable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below.
Non EU living Ireland: EUR 10,950.00
Non EU living Abroad: EUR 10,950.00
EU living Abroad: EUR 5,950.00
Students wishing to pay for their fees monthly may avail of our direct debit scheme. Please download our Fee Payment Information document to review the payment plan schedule and how to apply.
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Please note that a QQI Award Fee applies in the final year of all QQI courses. To find the relevant fee for your course level, please see the Fees page.
Options will depend on the academic requirements and the career choice of the learner.
Potential Roles in the MedTech industry include;
