Medical Electronics & Digital Health

The MSc in Medical Electronics and Digital Health is designed primarily for graduates with primary degrees in Electronic/Electrical/Computer Engineering, or Computer Science, who want to apply advanced electronic and computer engineering skills to develop the future of healthcare (graduates with qualifications in related areas will be considered on a case-by-case basis). It’s ideal for those interested in developing intelligent medical devices - including wearable and implantable technologies - and who want to work with cutting-edge tools such as AI, machine learning, signal processing, and sensor design. The programme is designed to produce graduates for careers in the med-tech sector, particularly within Galway’s vibrant medical device ecosystem, as well as those considering research or broader high-tech roles. If you want to design, implement and manage next-generation medical technologies while gaining strong transferable skills, this course is an excellent choice.

Curriculum Information

Curriculum information relates to the current academic year (in most cases).

Course and module offerings and details may be subject to change.



Year 1 (90 Credits)

Optional EE551: Embedded Image Processing - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional EE502: Bioinstrumentation Design - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional EE5126: UX Design for Wearable Electronics - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional EE445: Digital Signal Processing - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional EE4104: Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence for Engineering Applications - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional ST314: Introduction to Biostatistics - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional EE4101: Mobile Networks: Architecture and Services - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional AY872: Financial Management I - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional ME432: Technology Innovation & Entrepreneurship - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional ME521: Research Methods for Engineers - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional IE450: Lean Systems - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional IE446: Project Management - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional ME4105: Safety Engineering - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional BSS2103: Introduction to Sustainability 1 - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional EE5106: Medical Electronics and Digital Health Project - 30 Credits - Semester 1

Optional SI2103: Fundamentals of Physiology - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional AN230: Human Body Structure - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional EE5127: Internet of Things Systems Design - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional EE5104: Embedded Machine Vision - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional EE5107: Signal Processing and Machine Learning for Digital Health - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional EE5105: Applied Circuit Design for Medical Electronics - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional BSS2104: Introduction to Sustainability 2 - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional EE5108: Digital Twins for Robotics - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional EE5109: Robotic Control, Navigation and Locomotion - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional CT4104: Computer and Network Security - 5 Credits - Semester 2

1 year full-time.

Next start date September 2026

With medical devices becoming increasingly “intelligent,” there is strong demand for professionals who can design, implement, and manage these systems. Developed with input from Galway’s thriving medical device industry, this programme equips graduates with advanced electronic and computer engineering skills, along with knowledge of their application in medical device development. The course opens doors to careers across high-tech industries- both multinational and SMEs- while providing a fast track into the medical device sector, preparing you to help design the next generation of life-changing technologies.