Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products ATMP Vector Manufacturing - Sligo
This programme aims to provide knowledge in vector and tissue engineering product biology and manufacturing techniques, and provide an overview of operations management, quality systems and regulatory affairs and research methods that will enable students to undertake and complete an independent in-depth study on a topic relevant to ATMP vector manufacturing in the form of a thesis.
| 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
Students should expect to allocate 5 hours on average per week per 5-credit module.
On-Campus Attendance: No on-campus attendance required.
Entry Requirements
The programme is open to students who have completed a minimum of a 2.2 Honours Level 8 degree in a Science or Engineering subject related to the life sciences. Other candidates with alternative honours degrees and experience in the ATMP industry may apply for consideration (typically 5 years duration in a GMP environment). The entry requirements will encompass recognition of prior accredited learning (RPL) in other third level institutions, in accordance with ATU procedures.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Pathways
Many of our Masters programmes are structured in a way that includes recognised entry and exit awards. This means that you can apply for part of Masters first and learn at your own pace or if you are unable to complete the full programme, you can still gain a recognised qualification. Our entry and exit awards typically include Postgraduate Certificate award and a Postgraduate Diploma award.
Further information
Start Date: September 2025.
Total Fees: €8,496.
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 aims to provide knowledge in vector and tissue engineering product biology and manufacturing techniques, and provide an overview of operations management, quality systems and regulatory affairs and research methods that will enable students to undertake and complete an independent in-depth study on a topic relevant to ATMP vector manufacturing in the form of a thesis. The programme aims to enable scientists/engineers gain expertise in critical aspects of ATMP vector manufacturing and quality control / quality affairs and apply these learnings to work based problems.
Who should apply?
This programme is aimed at manufacturing, quality, engineering and regulatory personnel who are looking to increase their understanding and application of ATMP technologies. It will provide a postgraduate qualification in the area of ATMP manufacturing that will form both an introduction for new or proposed entrants to the area and additional skills and knowledge to those working in the area. This course will give them the opportunity to move upwards to leadership roles.
Master of Science:
ATMP Thesis
100% continuous assessment, with a variety of assessment methods.
Admissions: admissions.sligo@atu.ie
Student Advisor: Mary Tully
Mary.Tully@atu.i