This course comprises 6 modules, providing teaching in 22 major subject areas and an MSc Research Project. For suitably qualified and candidates who wish to pursue Qualified Person Status, the course fulfils the educational requirements required by European Directive 2001/83/EC and 2001/82/EC. The course is delivered by distance learning, with certain block attendance. The modular structure and credit system will facilitate studying for the degree while working.The programme will consist of 6 core modules. Typically the duration of the programme will be part-time over 2 years for the 6 modules. A research project is carried out in 2nd year. However, students may also complete the programme over a longer period to offer flexibility for those in full time employment.Typically, two modules will be studied each year from September to January and one module from January to June with the research project running from January to August in the 2nd year. The project provides each student with an opportunity to apply knowledge gained from the taught modules.Modules may be taken individually or on a standalone basis.
| College | Atlantic Technological University (ATU Sligo) |
| Course ID | 192960 |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Course Start Date | 1st January 1970 |
| Course Duration | 2 years |
| Course Time | Part-time |
| Course Fee | 16200 |
| Entry Requirements | The M.Sc. course is open to students who have obtained an honours degree or its equivalent in an appropriate discipline. Candidates intending to pursue Qualified Person status should have an appropriate primary degree that conforms to the specific requirements for primary qualifications listed in European Directives 2001/83/EC and 2001/82/EC. There is also a requirement to have completed a minimum of two years practical industrial experience in an appropriate manufacturing environment. |
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