Science in Quality Statistics & Management - Galway
You want to upskill to work in supervisory or management roles. This Certificate, along with the Certificate in Quality and Regulatory Affairs and the Certificate in Science in Quality, make up the add-on Bachelor of Science (Ordinary) Degree in Quality for Industry. You can undertake any/all individual module(s) and you can obtain any/all three Certificates.
| 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
1 year 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 into 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
If you have any queries on this please email Learn.galwaymayo@atu.ie
Recognition of Prior Learning may be used to gain access to this programme in accordance with ATUs Recognition of Prior Learning policy. For more information on the RPL Process, please visit https://www.myexperience.ie/about/how-rpl-works/
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.
You want to upskill to work in supervisory or management roles. This Certificate, along with the Certificate in Quality and Regulatory Affairs and the Certificate in Science in Quality, make up the add-on Bachelor of Science (Ordinary) Degree in Quality for Industry. You can undertake any/all individual module(s) and you can obtain any/all three Certificates.
Who Should Apply?
Suitable for those seeking career progression in the areas of Quality Technician or Engineer and on to Quality Managers.
Semester Module Details Credits Mandatory / Elective
1 Production and Supervisory Management 05 Mandatory
2 Six Sigma for Quality Management 05 Mandatory
Year Project 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