Pharmaceutical TechnologyTeicneolaíocht Cógaisíochta

This course is a follow-on to the Higher Certificate in Science GMP & Technology. It aims to educate production, technical-grade and supervisory/managerial staff in fundamental and applied aspects of Good Manufacturing Practice, relevant core science and production management. It also allows some specialisation in finished dosage, or active pharmaceutical ingredient or biotechnology production.

This course will run over three semesters part-time.

The minimum entry requirement is a Pass Award in the Higher Certificate in Science GMP & Technology programme or its equivalent. Candidates must be working in a relevant industry.

All applicants must have competence in spoken and written English.

This course prepares operators working in the bio/pharmaceutical industry with the opportunity for improving their qualifications and preparing them for advancement into supervisory/management roles.  

Year 1

• Manufacturing and Process Technology II
• Quantitative Methods

Electives

• API 1
• Process Biotechnology 1
• Pharmaceutical Formulations 1
• Environmental Management
• GMP 3
• Production and Supervisory Management

Year 2

• Technology Transfer
• Project or Drug Discover Module

Electives 

• API 2
• Process Biotechnology 2
• Pharmaceutical Formulations 2

2 Evenings per week over 3 semesters.

Applications for this course are now open.

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