Science in Quality Management - Galway
The Certificate in Science in Quality Management provides a strong foundation in Quality Management philosophies and their application, Quality Management systems and general management principles in manufacturing and service organisations.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 7 NFQ) | Minor | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time, blended.
Recommended Study Hours per week
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 Requirement
Typically, blended delivery includes 3-4 on campus classes per semester which takes in to account the context of the module under instruction.
Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a minimum of a major award at Level 6 (Higher Certificate) to be eligible to apply for the Level 7 Special Purpose Award.
It is a prerequisite, that you have passed Quality Management 1 before you can start Quality Management 2, Six Sigma or the Project modules.
Careers / Further progression
Careers
The Certificate in Science in Quality Management helps those in operator roles to move into Quality roles such as in inspection and quality assurance.
The Bachelor of Science in Quality for Industry helps people obtain promotion to Line Leader/ Supervisor roles.
Further information
Start Date September 2025
Total Fees €1,600
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.
The Certificate in Science in Quality Management provides a strong foundation in Quality Management philosophies and their application, Quality Management systems and general management principles in manufacturing and service organisations.
This Certificate in Quality, along with (a) the Certificate in Quality & Regulatory Affairs and (b) Certificate in Quality for Industry – Statistics & Management, make up the Bachelor of Science (Ordinary) Degree in Quality for Industry.
Who Should Apply?
Suitable for those seeking career progression in the areas of Quality Technician or Engineer and on to Quality Managers.
Year One
Semester Module Details Credits Mandatory / Elective
Year Quality Management Part I 10 Mandatory
Year Two
Semester Module Details Credits Mandatory / Elective
Year Quality Management Part II 10 Mandatory
Examination and Assessment
Combination of continuous assessment and final assessments/exam.
Note: Where assessment on the programme involves examinations, these are held on campus or at another exam venue in the Republic of Ireland. There are typically two exam periods: January and May. Times scheduled for examinations (face to face / online exams ) are in GMT.
School of Science and Computing
Ita Kelly
E: ita.kelly@atu.ie