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.Research projects can be undertaken by students employed within the medical technologies sector or students that secure placement with companies developing medical technologies. Research projects undertaken with companies must be approved in advance by the programme boardLearning ApproachBlended learningProject-based learningTeam-Based LearningSelf-Directed and Flexible LearningIndustry speakers and Networking events
| Course Location | Galway City, Galway |
| Course Category | Medical Technology, Medicine & Healthcare |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Course Start Date | 1st January 1970 |
| Course Duration | 18 months |
| Course Time | Full-time |
| Course Fee | 6300 |
| Entry 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. Applicants should apply online and must provide the following: 1. A CV (max three pages) detailing their qualifications & career to date. 2. A personal motivational statement, which should include an outline of their plans and interests related to Medical Technologies English Language Requirements English Language Requirements will be as determined by ATU and as published in the Access, Transfer and Progression code. |
| Career Path | The programme has been designed for people in full-time employment in the MedTech/Life Sciences sector seeking to progress their careers. |
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