Quality for Industry - Galway
This programme covers the scientific, management and operational knowledge and skills necessary to work in the area of Quality in heavily regulated sectors such as Food, Medical Device and Pharmaceuticals.
| Award Name | Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
2 / 3 years part-time, blended.
Study Hours
It is recommended that students should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5-credit module to their studies.
On-Campus Attendance
Typically blended delivery includes 3-4 on campus classes per semester which takes in to account the context of the module under instruction.
Entry Requirements
To qualify for entry to this programme, applicants must hold a Level 6 award in Business, Engineering or Science, or equivalent. Applicants who do not hold a formal award at Level 6 may apply for recognition of their previous work experience through RPL.
Note: There are three embedded certificates associated with this add-on degree. Entry to the certificates may vary and can be accessed separately.
Further information
Total Fees €4,800
Fees for this part-time programme may be covered under the SUSI fee scheme for eligible candidates
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 webpage.
It provides skills to enable progression and up-skilling in the workplace, and to develop leadership and communication skills required to work at a senior level in the area of Quality. The programme is delivered as flexible part-time and blended in order to facilitate people working in industry.
Who should apply?
Suitable to those seeking career progression in the areas of Quality Technician, Quality Engineer/Quality Managers and Quality Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) on quality related issues.
Modules
There are three certificates/ eight modules that make up this 60-credit add-on Degree as follows. Applicants may apply direct to the BSc or alternatively apply into the certificates that make up this add-on degree.
Certificate in Science in Quality Management:
- Quality Management Part I
- Quality Management Part II
Certificate in Science in Quality and Regulatory Affairs:
- Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Auditing
- Validation
* For the full list of modules, please visit the programme webpage.
Admissions: learn.galwaymayo@atu.ie