Postgraduate courses in Galway

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This aim of this Higher Diploma in Advanced Analytical Chemistry course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to work in analytical science in e.g. pharmaceutical, medical device and chemical industries. The course will provide learners with hands-on experience of instrumentation used in analytical chemistry, creating and processing analytical data including the…

This is a unique opportunity to study at a choice of nine European universities and receive one joint degree, while gaining access to Europe’s top marine research institutes. As a student on this exciting Masters programme, you will have the opportunity to: Be part of an international student community Experience the diversity of European marine…

The MA in Creative Practice offer artists, designers and filmmakers a creative and critically informed environment in which to develop and consolidate their practice. The course will support imaginative, experimental and interdisciplinary enquiry through a range of media and approaches. Students will choose one of four strands in which to base their study Contemporary art…

This suite of programmes has been designed for applicants who would like to gain a formal qualification in teaching and learning in Higher Education, and/or a qualification in Further Education. In addition, it is for those who wish to develop and enrich their own teaching and learning practices in the context of Continuous Professional Development (CPD). The programmes are: 1. Certificate…

This one year MSc degree focuses on core and specialist competences in key themes of fisheries, marine conservation; sustainability and ecosystem based management. Course Highlights Teaching by research-active staff working in the field of applied marine conservation with particular interest in fisheries, marine mammals and seabirds. An applied degree with fieldwork, practicals and 100% continuous assessment. A major research thesis,…

Within the past decade, there has been a marked growth in the career opportunities available for sport and exercise nutritionists as well as an enhanced interest in nutrition to complement other job roles in the sport and exercise science field.

This one-year MSc degree focuses on how animal behaviour can be applied to wildlife conservation. This is an exciting new area of study, known as Conservation Behaviour, and is suitable for those interested in careers in animal behaviour and/or conservation. You will study the behaviour of a wide range of species from marine, freshwater and…

Strength and conditioning is the application of scientific principles in order to understand and enhance sport and exercise performance and health and well-being. The course is designed to provide students with an evidence-based understanding of the scientific method in the context of strength and conditioning. Key areas of study include physiology, coaching, psychology, nutrition and…

The programme was designed in partnership with Irish companies manufacturing biopharmaceuticals and relevant industry stakeholders. Learners will develop both critical research skills in biopharmaceutical science and indepth understanding of the quality processes involved in the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals products. The Masters programme will be delivered using a blended learning approach. Based on the input from…

Do you want to upskill in the area of Design and Innovation while working? This is an exciting new Masters programme designed for people from varied backgrounds who want to develop their innovation, design, management and leadership skills. It was developed by a cross-disciplinary team in GMIT, using expertise from Engineering, Design and Creative Arts,…

The programme 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…

The MSc in Medical Science is focused on Medical Scientists aiming to enhance their careers in research and advanced clinical (or professional) practice, supporting careers. Learners will develop an in-depth knowledge of clinical and laboratory medicine and advanced skills to conduct independent research. The MSc in Medical Science aims to address the future skills and…

The MSc in Nutrition and Sensory Science focuses on the role of Nutrition and Sensory in Science. It is for graduates who have already developed a real interest in science and food and are aiming to build on their knowledge, and to improve their practical knowledge and sensory skills in this burgeoning area of study. This Masters…

Biomechanics describes the analysis of human movement using the science of mechanics and provides practitioners in sports, exercise, physical activity and healthcare with tools to analyse, monitor and improve body movement and function. This programme will focus on the role of biomechanics and movement analysis for the performance and maintenance of health, injury prevention and…

This conversion programme will focus on advanced biopharmaceutical science providing students with the skills required to work within the biopharmaceutical sector. It is aimed at graduates who have a science background and are aiming to build on their knowledge in emerging technologies in the biopharmaceutical sector. GMIT have collaborated with the local biopharmaceutical sector to develop this…

The Post-Graduate Diploma in Accounting (PDA), which has been running in GMIT since 2010, is designed to fast-track graduates who wish to pursue careers in Accountancy or Taxation. It is a one year conversion programme aimed at non-accounting graduates from disciplines such as Arts, Computers, Education, Engineering, and Science. Business or Commerce graduates, who have…

The Post-Graduate Diploma (PG Dip) in Creative Practice offers artists, designers and filmmakers a creative and critically informed environment in which to develop and consolidate their practice.