| Programme details | |
|---|---|
| Degree: | Master of Science (MSc) |
| Duration: | 24 months |
| Study modes: | part-time |
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This Master of Science in Medical Device Regulatory Affairs presents students with the opportunity to skills to employers and peers, and to enhance your career in regulatory affairs by developing increasing levels of competence and professionalism. It is the ‘gold standard’ in the field.
Students will gain invaluable access obtain a formal qualification in the medical device regulation industry. The programme presents a broad view of the regulatory affairs role and provides a detailed insight into current and proposed EU legislation. It provides students with an advanced theoretical understanding of the processes and practices central to medical device regulatory affairs.
The medical device sector is highly diverse. It covers thousands of products – from simple bandages and spectacles, through implantable devices, equipment for screening, to the most sophisticated diagnostic imaging and minimally invasive surgical equipment. Strong growth prospects for the industry globally are driven by ageing populations, increase in chronic ailments and increasing consumer wealth driving demand in emerging economies.
A formal qualification is the ideal way to demonstrate your existing to industry professionals and networking events to help develop their careers. There are limited places available on this programme – class sizes are kept relatively small to help create an interactive environment and to ensure each student receives excellent support from our academic team.
This MSc will allow students to develop a set of transferable skills that will directly meet the requirements of future employers including information technology, written and verbal communication skills, team working, independent research skills, data analysis and critical thinking.