Overview

BioInnovation from University of Galway , modelled on Stanford Biodesign, it brings together multidisciplinary teams—clinicians, engineers and business professionals to identify unmet clinical needs during immersive hospital placements, invent and prototype solutions, and develop full business plans for commercialisation.

Key facts

Immersive Clinical Placement

Participants spend eight weeks embedded in hospital settings, identifying real-world unmet clinical needs.

Stanford Biodesign Framework

Built on the globally renowned Stanford Biodesign process.

Hands-On Innovation Training

Move from need identification to prototyping, business planning, and investor pitching.

Cross-Disciplinary Teams

Work in elite, diverse teams combining clinical, technical, and commercial expertise.

Expert Mentoring

Guidance from senior clinicians, academics, investors, entrepreneurs, and regulatory specialists.

Commercial Focus

Learn business modelling, fundraising, IP strategy, and go-to-market planning - ready to launch a venture.

Sustainable Innovation

Emphasis on developing scalable, cost-effective solutions that improve long-term patient outcomes.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

BioInnovate II Core project: Concept Development Implementation
BioInnovate I core project: Needs finding concept generation
Research Dissertation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 10 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-04 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

88

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

PGDip 60

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Galway, Ireland

Disciplines

Biotechnology Innovation Management View 23 other Masters in Innovation Management in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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88

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

We are seeking applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, as different perspectives are essential to driving meaningful innovation in healthcare.
Applicants should bring relevant professional experience to their prospective teams - ideally 5-10 years of experience and a demonstrated track record in their respective fields.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

28000 EUR / full

≈ 28000 EUR / full
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

8750 EUR / full

≈ 8750 EUR / full

Additional Details

EU PG Diploma Full Time tuition: €3,800 per full

International PG Diploma Full Time tuition: €8,650 per full

Living costs

Galway

Ireland

800 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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Funding

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