Course Summary
This Graduate Certificate of Science is delivered on line and designed as part of an innovative multi- tiered programme to address the needs and requirements of industry-based learners and making education more accessible.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
(a) A minimum honours bachelor degree (Level 8) in any discipline with minimum two years, relevant work experience and/or ability, evidenced by an RPL portfolio of prior experience and learning.
Or
(b) A minimum ordinary bachelor degree (Level 7) in any discipline with minimum three years relevant work experience and/or ability, evidenced by an RPL portfolio of prior experience and learning.
Or
(c) Equivalent Qualifications. Applicants with equivalent qualifications on the European and International frameworks will also be considered. International students must evidence a proficiency in English language for example IELTS 6.0.
Application Details
Application Deadline: TBC
Register Your Interest: https://lit.ie/Register-Your-Interest?coursecode=LC_EPRVP_ROL
Start date: Autumn 2023
Location: Online
Fees
Register Your Interest: https://lit.ie/Register-Your-Interest?coursecode=LC_EPRVP_ROL
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Students can transfer on to either of:
1. Graduate Diploma in Process Validation and Regulatory Affairs in Medical Devices
2. Graduate Diploma in Process Validation and Regulatory Affairs in Pharmaceuticals
3. Graduate Diploma in Process Validation and Regulatory Affairs in Food and Drink
4. Masters of Science in Process Validation and Regulatory Affairs
What are the career prospects?
There are multiple roles a graduate from the programme can seek in areas such as Validation Engineer, Quality Engineer, Process Engineering Management, Validation Management, Quality Management, Risk Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Process Improvement Engineering etc.
Duration
Delivery Day/Evening: Monday & Thursday (subject to change).
Number of Hours per day/evening: 3 hours
Times: 7:00pm to 10:00pm*
*Times subject to change. TBC
Lectures will be delivered 100% online via Moodle/MSTeams. Lectures will be recorded and available to watch back.