Diploma in Science & Technology Studies

Programme overview

This course focuses on the knowledge and skill requirements of high-tech industries. The modular structure is designed with flexibility in mind, enabling students to balance study with work and other commitments and to accumulate credits over a timeframe that suits their lifestyle. Learning is delivered via a blend of distance and online resources, on-campus tutorials and labs, and company-based projects.

The Diploma consists of 20 modules to be completed over a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 years. Core modules cover foundations of Science, Engineering, Management, and IT a range of electives modules allows participants to specialise in an area of particular interest to them.

Learning outcomes

Participants learn to: –

Provide students with a comprehensive grounding in the theoretical foundations of Science & Engineering

Introduce students to areas of applied and specialist knowledge found in today’s high-tech environments

Develop important managerial skills such as problem-solving, decision making and advanced communication skills

Who is the course for?

The course is primarily intended to support those seeking career advancement in a variety of high tech industries such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and manufacturing. It will also appeal to those with a personal interest in Science and Technology.

Modules

The degree consists of 20 modules to be completed over a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 years.  The core modules are largely in the areas of production science and operations and systems management.  The elective steams will enable students to specialise and deepen their knowledge in the following areas: –

Lean & Quality Systems
Medical Device Science
Automation & Control
Corporate Environmental Planning
Regulatory Affairs

Exemptions: Applicants who have completed accredited study in a relevant area may apply for exemptions. Credit may also be granted for demonstrable experiential learning. Exemptions may be granted up to a maximum of 5 modules in the Diploma cycle. Exemptions are considered by the programme board on a case-by-case basis.

For details on all modules please see Science & Technology Module Chart

PLEASE NOTE:

Applications for the programme should be made through the University of Galway via their website please see HERE

Applications for Next Level Skillnet funding should be made directly through Next Level Skillnet by emailing Sue Davies – [email protected]