BioPharmaceutical Validation & Digitalisation - Sligo
This post-graduate programme in Science in Validation and Digitialisation aims to provide students with a comprehensive grounding in critical aspects of Biopharmaceutical Processing and Support Services, with specific focus on the validation of equipment and facilities and understating of the applications of BioIndustry 4.0.
| Award Name | Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
1 year, full-time, online.
Study Hours
Students can expect to have 3 hours of live lectures per week. It is recommended students undertake self-study of 5-6 hours per week per 5 credit module.
Entry Requirements
The programme is open to students who have obtained an Honours degree (Level 8) or its equivalent in an appropriate discipline (i.e. Engineering or Life Sciences). Other candidates with alternative honours degrees and relevant experience in the BioProcessing industry (typically 5 years duration in a GMP environment) may apply for consideration through the RPL process.
Recognition of Prior Learning: Yes
Further information
Start Date September 2025
Total fees: €9996
Application Closing Date 15th August 2025
The Medical Biotechnology and Biopharmaceutical sectors are among the fastest growing in the Life Sciences area both nationally and internationally. This programme is jointly offered by ATU Sligo and NIBRT (National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training). This post-graduate programme in Science in Validation and Digitialisation aims to provide students with a comprehensive grounding in critical aspects of Biopharmaceutical Processing and Support Services, with specific focus on the validation of equipment and facilities and understating of the applications of BioIndustry 4.0.
Who should apply?
Graduates from this programme can expect to find employment in the Biopharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Diagnostics, Medical Devices and Pharmaceutical sectors, at the appropriate level. In the development of this programme emphasis has been placed on aligning the course content with the skills required by the Biopharmaceutical industry, whilst ensuring that there is sufficient flexibility to allow students to move laterally into associated careers including Research and Development opportunities. Graduates are typically employed in managerial positions in Scientific, Operations and Quality Assurance / Control positions in the Biopharmaceutical and Biotechnology industry sectors both in Ireland and abroad.
What will I study?
Modules
Biologics Manufacturing
Facility Design and Operation
Regulation, Risk and Compliance
Introduction to BioIndustry 4.0
Job Readiness
Commissioning, Qualification & Validation
Scale-up and Technology Transfer
Bio-Industry 4.0 Theory and Practice
Work Practice and Placement
Examination & Assessment
The programme is assessed via a blend of continuous assessments and final exams.
Admissions:
admissions.sligo@atu.ie
Student Advisor:
Michelle Moore:
Michelle.Moore@atu.ie