Bioindustry 4.0 - Sligo

This programme is a joint initiative by ATU Sligo and NIBRT and aims to provide students with a comprehensive grounding in biopharma related aspects of Industry 4.0 (BioIndustry 4.0), with specific focus on cutting edge technologies.

What will I study?

Postgraduate Certificate:

Introduction to BioIndustry 4.0

Biologics Manufacturing: Current and Future

Regulation, Risk and Compliance (E)

Research Methods Biopharma (E)

Bio Industry 4.0 Theory and Practice

Bio Industry Data & Digital Technologies

The programme is open to applicants 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 (RPL) in other third level institutions, in accordance with ATU procedures.

Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.



For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.

1 year part-time, online delivery.



Study Hours

It is recommended that students allow for 6 hours on average per week per 5 credit module. This includes contact time (lectures) and self directed study, along with time for completion of assignments.



On-Campus Attendance

Lectures will be delivered online, with all the practical/ laboratory work taking place in NIBRT’s state-of-the-art facilities. No attendance required for Master's stage.

Progression Pathways

Many of our Masters programmes are structured in a way that includes recognised entry and exit awards. This means that you can apply for part of Masters first and learn at your own pace or if you are unable to complete the full programme, you can still gain a recognised qualification. Our entry and exit awards typically include Postgraduate Certificate award and a Postgraduate Diploma award.