Medical Science - Galway
This programme is aimed at medical science professionals aiming to enhance their careers in research and advanced clinical or professional practice.
| Award Name | Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time, online delivery.
Study Hours
Lectures and tutorials will be delivered live online, normally between 6pm and 9pm, and will also be recorded. The average weekly contact time for the programme is 7-8 hours.
On-Campus Attendance: No attendance required.
Entry Requirements
Applicants require a BSc (Hons) in Medical Science/ Biomedical Science and must currently be working as a Medical Scientist in a clinical diagnostic laboratory. Candidates enrolled in the programme must complete a laboratory-based research project, and access to laboratory facilities and associated support is a prerequisite for this programme.
Recognition of Prior Learning: Yes.
Further information
Total Fees: €8000
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.
This programme is aimed at medical science professionals aiming to enhance their careers in research and advanced clinical or professional practice. The programme allows learners to specialise in one of the core Medical Science disciplines and develop an in-depth knowledge of clinical and laboratory medicine and advanced skills to conduct independent research.
Who should apply?
This programme is suitable for working Medical Scientists seeking career progression to Senior Medical Scientist, Specialist Medical Scientist, Chief Medical Scientist and Laboratory Manager.
What will I study?
Module:s
Design and Analysis of Experiments
Research Methods
Advances in Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics
Molecular Diagnostics and Bioinformatics
Research Project in Medical Science
Applied Quality Management for the Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory
Clinical Laboratory and Project Management
Advanced Practice in Transfusion and Transplantation Science [E]
Advanced Clinical Chemistry [E]
Advanced Clinical Laboratory Haematology [E]
Advanced Clinical Microbiology and Infectio [E]
Clinical Immunology, Global Infections and Therapeutics [E]
Advanced Cellular Pathology [E]
This programme is mainly assessed via continuous assessment - with just one module having one online final exam.
Course Contacts
Admissions: learn.galwaymayo@atu.ie
Student Advisor: Eileen O’Hara: eileen.ohara@atu.ie