Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs - Sligo

Developed jointly by the University of Galway and ATU Sligo and in conjunction with an industry taskforce comprised of regulatory experts from the Irish Medtech Association (IMA) Regulatory and Quality Working Group, the course is supported by the Irish Medical Devices Association Irish Medtech Association (IMA) Skillnet.



Given the evolving nature of international regulations, a regulatory affairs professional must continually grow their knowledge and skills to be effective and to advance in their careers.

Subjects taught

Modules



Introduction to EU Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs

Introduction to US Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs

Technical Report Writing

EU Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs- Advanced

US Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs Advanced

Risk Management, Labelling and Promotion

Global Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs Part 1

Clinical Evaluation Reporting

Quality Management System

Global Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs Part 2

Design Assurance, Sterilisation and Biocompatability

Post Market Surveillance

Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs Dissertation

Entry requirements

Applicants require a Level 8 primary degree in a science/ engineering subject related to the life sciences.

Application dates

How to Apply

Before you Apply Before you apply for a flexible learning course at ATU, we recommend that you research your course, through this prospectus and by viewing the course webpage. Please ensure to check the entry requirements and time commitment involved, as these vary from course to course. You will find details on entry requirements on the individual course webpage.



When to Apply

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 webpages.



How to Apply

Applying for a flexible learning course is easy, simply visit the webpage of your chosen course and select the ‘apply now’ button, and follow the steps outlined.



Each campus has it’s own application process and for further information on these processes, please visit atu.ie/apply-now

Assessment Info

Assessment of students will be through continuous assessment of each module, which will include written assignments, workshop-based problem solving, and open-book exams using multiple choices, matching questions as well as short and long answer questions. The Research Project thesis will also be assessed.

Credits

90

Duration

2.5 years part-time, online.



On-Campus Attendance

One optional workshop, per semester.

Fees

EU students: MSc €12,000. Individual modules €900. Dissertation €2,500.


Non EU fees: €18,000 for MSc


Anyone living / working outside of Ireland and the EU for over 3 years pays non-EU Fees


http://www.nuigalway.ie/student-fees/international/​

More details
  • Qualification letters

    MSc

  • Qualifications

    Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)

  • Attendance type

    Part time

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