MScInternational Medical Technologies, Innovation and Development
Ireland, Galway-Mayo
| Study location | Ireland, ATU Galway City |
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| Type | Postgraduate, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 1.5 years (90 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | MSc (Master of Science in International Medical Technologies, Innovation and Development) |
| Course code | 0125/0204 |
| Tuition fee | €14,000 per year |
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| Application fee | €20 one-time |
| Entry qualification | Undergraduate diploma (or higher) Qualifications must meet the equivalent of the Undergraduate Bachelors degree level 6 NFQ The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. This includes a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. If your Documents are not in English, please upload a translated version You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | English Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 6+, TOEFL 79+ or Duolingo English Test 100+ |
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Overview
The MSc in International Medical Technologies, Innovation and Development programme develops the necessary skills required to strategically support the innovation journey of medical technologies for access into target international markets.
The programme was designed in partnership with companies developing disruptive medical technologies and ATUs 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.
Co-delivered by both industry and academic experts, the Masters programme will be delivered using a blended learning approach. The programme design team have placed a strong emphasis on work-based learning and the year-long research project will be carried out in a company or within an applied research centre in ATU.
Learning Approach
Blended learning
Project-based learning
Team-Based Learning
Self-Directed and Flexible Learning
Industry speakers and Networking events
Career 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
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