Medical Device Technology, Regulation and Measurement (Level 9 - 30 credits)

Course Outline

This part-time programme is delivered 1-2 evenings per week and 1-2 Saturdays per month online. It is a QQI Level 9 programme (30 Credits) and registration and induction will begin in December 2020. 

Module 1: Medical Device Technology

ECTS Credits: 10

This module explores the multitude of medical device types, technologies, platforms and classifications in existence today.  The module outlines the physiology and anatomy of the main body systems and provides an insight into the role of various technologies in the diagnosis and management of patients. The module also describes the medical device design and life-cycle process, with a specific focus on medical device manufacturing, drug handling, assembly, sterilisation, packaging, labelling, verification, validation and testing of medical devices.   

Module 2: Medical Device Quality Systems and Regulation

ECTS Credits: 10

This module explores the medical device regulatory environment and examines the core principles, concepts and rules governing medical device regulation with reference to the statutory frameworks under which such decisions are made. 

Module 3: Medical Measurement and Analysis

ECTS Credits: 10

This module researches the range and capabilities of medical device measurement devices currently available. It will outline the current techniques for human physiological, anatomical, biological and electrochemical measurement and analysis as well as discuss the challenges of data storage, data security and ethics relating to medical device data. 

Module 4: Career Progression Support

ECTS Credits: N/A

Entry Requirements

This course is suitable for those who possess qualifications at QQI Level 8 or higher in Science, Engineering, Quality or a related discipline.  

Career Options

Potential Roles in the MedTech industry include:

• Medical Device Engineering
• Process / Product Design
• Manufacturing / Operations
• Regulatory Affairs
• Quality & Compliance
• Validation
• Operational Excellence
• Quality Control / Quality Assurance

Academic Progression

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Our admissions team are on hand to assist you with your application and answer any questions you may have on the courses.

Students who wish to apply to this course should follow the following application process. They should have obtained a Level 8 Degree in Science, Engineering or a related discipline.

First of all, you will need to complete and submit an enquiry form, located on the top of this page. This is to register interest with us in the chosen course. Once submitted a member of the team will be in contact with you via phone call or email to discuss the course in more detail, assess your eligibility and assist you with anything you need to progress further.

Subject to eligibility, the next step is to fill out and submit the application form which will require you to submit the following documentation

• A copy of your CV
• Copy of a Government-issued ID (passport or driver’s licence)
• Transcript of your previous highest qualification.
• Proof of employment/unemployment
• Declaration of Purpose Form (this will be provided for you and must be signed to process your application)

We accept scanned documents in a pdf format. Pictures of documents are not accepted.

Please note through the application process if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us by email on modularprogrammes@innopharmalabs.com or call us (01) 485 3346