International Medical Technologies Innovation & Development

Master of Science in International Medical Technologies, Innovation and Development - Level 9
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 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 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 GMIT.

Learning Approach
• Blended learning
• Project-based learning
• Team-Based Learning
• Self-Directed and Flexible Learning
• Industry speakers and Networking events

What to expect:
The programme has been designed for people in full-time employment in the MedTech/Life Sciences sector. Lectures and tutorials will be delivered live online and will be recorded, available through GMIT's learning platform Moodle.

First semester:
• Evening on-site practical every four weeks

Second semester:
• Four one-day works shops held every four weeks.
• Two on-site device evaluation practical's in GMIT's state-of-the-art Medical Imaging suite.
• Four network evening events with key opinion leaders.

Subjects taught

Year 1
Global Regulatory Strategies for Medical Technologies
5 credits

Medical Technologies
5 credits

Design and Analysis of Experiments
5 credits

CEO Masterclass
5 credits

Pre-clinical Evaluation and Assessment
10 credits

Design Control and Risk Management
5 credits

Research Project in Medical Technologies
55 credits

Entry requirements

Minimum 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. This will be arranged by GMIT.

English Language Requirements
English Language Requirements will be as determined by GMIT and as published in the Access, Transfer and Progression code.

Application dates

Closing date for receipt of applications: Contact college for details.

How to Apply
Apply directly to GMIT using GMIT's Online Admissions system, selecting Application Type L9.

Please provide the following documentations to support your application:
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.

Duration

15 months (3 semesters)
Mode of Study: Full Time
Method of Delivery: Blended

Post Course Info

Job 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.