Overview
The MSc in International Medical Technologies, Innovation and Development programme at the Atlantic Technological University was designed in partnership with companies developing disruptive medical technologies and GMIT’s Medical & Engineering Technologies centre researchers providing innovative solutions to the Medtech sector.
Learners will not alone develop critical research skills to support the convergence in medical technologies but will also understand regulatory requirements and advanced testing methods to meet the business strategy and plans for market for new technologies.
Through a series of workshops and networking events, the CEO Masterclass will deepen learners understanding of the business theories and strategies associated to support the innovation journey of a medical technology. On completion of the CEO Masterclass module, students will be expected to present a viable business case for the development of a new medical technology.
Job Opportunities
Both European and Government policies have identified skills need in the area of innovation and research in order to support a thriving competitive economy and an inclusive society. Industry stakeholders have also indicated the proposed MSc in International Medical Technologies, Innovation and Development would qualify graduates of the programme for:
- R&D Scientist/Engineer
- Quality/Regulatory
- Design Assurance
- Manufacturing Scientist/Engineer
- Process Development Scientist/Engineer
- Core Technology Operations Representative
- Leadership roles in R&D
- Strategic Marketing
- Design Control
- Clinical Affairs
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Global Regulatory Strategies for Medical Technologies
- Medical Technologies
- Design and Analysis of Experiments
- CEO Masterclass
- Pre-clinical Evaluation and Assessment
- Design Control and Risk Management
- Research Project in Medical Technologies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 13 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
90 ECTS
Delivered
Blended
Disciplines
Human Medicine International Development Health Sciences View 81 other Masters in Human Medicine in IrelandAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- A H2.2 Bachelor degree at level 8 in any cognate discipline or equivalent in science, technology or engineering, is the minimum entry requirement for this programme.
- The research project will be work-based and year-long. Those employed in the Medtech sector can undertake projects with their employer, however the design of the project should be produced by the learner with the advice of the supervisors and must be of relevance to the programme. Students enrolled onto the programme who are not employed in the MedTech/Life Sciences sector will be required to complete a year-long applied research project with a relevant industry or academic partner. This will be arranged by GMIT.
Tuition Fee
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International
6000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6500 EUR for the full programme during 13 months. -
EU/EEA
6000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6500 EUR for the full programme during 13 months.
Living costs for Galway
800 - 1100 EUR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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