Overview

Bringing a product to the market requires an understanding of concept creation, idea development, testing and quality improvement, all within the confines of regulatory requirements. This Micro-credential integrates the principles and methods of engineering, science and innovation into the lifecycle of marketed industrial products. This coursework is aimed at individuals seeking to improve their knowledge in the topics of product development, validation and authorisation. Owing to common applicability of these industrial areas, concepts introduced will be generic in nature but this module will also cater for the more advanced, sector-specific, needs such as those within agri-food, medical technologies and pharmaceuticals. Through the Micro-credential's project assessment, the student will gain practical experience of the stages of product development, validation and/or authorisation within their industry.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be over 21 years of age and a Level 8 undergraduate, or Level 7 qualification with 3 years experience is required. Applications can be considered using Recognition of Prior Learning.

What you will Learn

• Introduction to Product Development: Introducing the basics of product development from concept generation through to product launch and post-market surveillance.
• Product Validation and Testing: Validation and testing practices within industry throughout the product lifecycle.
• Case Study Analysis: Exploring the industry-specific instances of product development, validation and authorisation.
• Product Launch and Authorisation: Required steps necessary to bring a product to the market and examining the post-market phase.

Contact

If you have any questions about this course, please contact:

Micro-credentials Team,
University of Galway

Email: Micro-credentials

How to Apply

From the 1st October 2024, you can apply for this micro-credential through our Online Application Portal. 

Learn more about our application process.

Apply here: Online Application Portal

When completing your application please make sure to select the following categories:

Academic level: Micro-credentials and CPD
College/Interest type: Micro-credentials/CPD Postgrad Level 9
Academic programme: Science & Engineering Micro-credentials – CPC15

You will need to manually enter the Module Name and Code under ‘Module Name’ on the second page of your application. Please copy the name and code below:

Product Development, Validation and Authorisation - BES5118