Progression route to Masters in Commissioning, Qualification and Validation for Biologics ManufacturingAll students will first commence on the Postgraduate Certificate in CQV for Biologics Manufacturing and if successful may transfer to the Masters in CQV for Biologics Manufacturing.If you have completed the Postgraduate Certificate in CQV for Biologics Manufacturing, you can apply for the Masters in CQV for Biologics Manufacturing here Apply NowThis MSc in CQV is designed to provide students with the knowledge required to be involved in the commissioning of equipment and utilities used in biopharmaceutical plants. It will equip students with the knowledge and skills required to perform commissioning of a bioprocessing plant, and the equipment related to the biotechnology industry.This course is particularly suited to individuals who are looking to enter the commissioning and validation space in the (bio)pharmaceutical manufacturing sector. Biopharmaceutical processing is a rapidly growing sector within the life-sciences industry, with immense opportunities for graduates. Global manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals has increased significantly over the last decade.This programme will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges in the commissioning of biopharmaceutical manufacturing facilities. As a result, graduates can look forward to a wide range of career opportunities in a large and growing industry. Upon completion of the programme students will have achieved an internationally recognised qualification which is highly relevant to the biopharma and biotechnology industry.Aim:It is the overall aim of this postgraduate course to deliver training which is customised to meet the exact needs of the clients in the biopharma sector. This is achieved through completing online modules that have been designed in conjunction with the Biopharma industry with whom NIBRT and ATU Sligo are closely aligned. This course is particularly suited to individuals who may have worked in similar industries and are looking to enter the Biopharma manufacturing sector for the first time or who wish to study a mix of generic and specialist modules which provide the graduates with various employment pathways.Exit AwardsStudents who successfully complete 30ECTS may be eligible to exit with a Postgraduate Certificate in Science in Commissioning, Qualification and Validation for Biologics Manufacturing.
| Course Category | Biology, Science & Technology |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Course Start Date | 1st January 1970 |
| Course Duration | 2 years |
| Course Time | Part-time |
| Course Fee | 8496 |
| Entry Requirements | The programme is open to students who have obtained an honours degree or its equivalent in an appropriate discipline (i.e. Engineering or Life Sciences). Other candidates with alternative honours degrees and experience in the BioProcessing industry may apply for consideration (typically 5 years duration in a GMP environment). The entry requirements will encompass recognition of prior accredited learning in other third level institutions, in accordance with ATU procedures. |
This course is free/ funded under the Springboard+ Initiative.
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This programme has been designed to meet the growing requirements of Irish Medical Technology companies in filling regulatory and quality assurance roles.
This programme is run in conjunction with NIBRT (National Institute for Biopharmaceutical Research and Training), with many of the lecturers and guest lecturers from NIBRT.
