Medical Device Technology & Business

Overview

Develop your knowledge of medical device technology, business and regulation for a career in the MedTech sector.



This unique Postgraduate Diploma is delivered by the Griffith Innopharma Faculty of Science and is a blend of medical device technology and business. This programme is delivered in partnership with Innopharma.



Why Study Medical Device Technology & Business with Innopharma at Griffith College?

The Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Device Technology & Business is a blended learning programme, delivered through evening class room learning supported by live online broadcasts and weekend group work.



The course will focus on core competencies such as medical device classification, device design cycle, manufacturing, quality systems & regulations, biocompatibility, operational excellence, lean sigma, emerging trends in medical devices, medical device measurement and analysis, strategic thinking and professional development.



- Gain exceptional knowledge within an ever-expanding industry.

- Develop a detailed understanding of the medical device industry.

- Achieve your potential using a blended learning approach of classroom training and online learning.

- Attend classes supported by online delivery two evenings per week and two Saturdays per month.

- Develop your skills in career progression to help you pursue a successful career in the MedTech sector.

Modules

Module 1: Medical Device Technology

Module 2: Medical Device Quality Systems & Regulation

Module 3: Emerging trends in Medical Devices

Module 4: Research Methods

Module 5 : Strategy, Leadership & the Culture of Innovation

Module 6: Operational Excellence & the Science of Innovation

Module 7: Medical Measurement and Analysis

The primary target audience are those with a minimum qualification of higher degree (minimum 2.2 or higher) at NFQ Level 8 or higher in Science, Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Medicine or related discipline.



English Language

Griffith College is accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency.



For more information, please visit our website.

How to Apply

Applicants should contact a member of the Innopharma Education team at +353 1 485 3346 or via email.



Students can also apply directly through Griffith.ie (see "Application Weblink" above).

3 Semesters Part-Time, 2 Semesters Full-Time blended delivery.



Timetable:

Full-Time / International Offering: Four days per week on campus.

Intake Dates

Dublin - Blended - February 2025

Limerick - Blended - February 2025

Academic Progression

Options will depend on the academic requirements and the career choice of the learner.



Career Progression

Potential Roles in the MedTech industry include;

Biomedical Engineering

Process / Product Design

Manufacturing / Operations

Regulatory Affairs / Compliance

Validation / Automation

Operational Excellence

Quality Control / Quality Assurance