Higher Diploma in Science in Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing
Course Summary
This 3-semester long part-time course (funded by Springboard+) has been designed to is to help science, engineering and related graduates to re-skill or up-skill with the required knowledge and skills to assist them in gaining employment in the Healthcare, Manufacturing, Biopharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Devices and related Life Sciences industries.
Important notice about this course
COURSE NOW CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS
Final exams may be scheduled in the DkIT campus during the daytime.
The aim of this programme is to help science, engineering, and related graduates to re-skill or up-skill with the required knowledge and skills to assist them in gaining employment in the Healthcare, Manufacturing, Biopharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Devices, and related Life Sciences industries. The programme aims to develop technical skills and knowledge in some of the core areas which have been identified as skills gaps in the (Bio)pharma sector. The programme will be a combination of online delivery and face to face practical sessions in DkIT and in NIBRT. Students will get the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge as part of a work placement in a relevant company if currently unemployed. Students in employment who may be re-skilling will have the option to complete the work placement with their current employer.
The modules on this programme include:
Semester 1
- (Bio)Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management
- Fundamentals of Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
- Health and Safety for the (Bio)Pharmaceutical Industry
Semester 2
- Bioprocessing
- Regulatory Affairs & (Bio)Pharmaceutical Data Integrity
- Validation and Instrumentation
Semester 3
- Project (Bio)Pharma Manufacturing
- Work Placement (Bio)Pharma Manufacturing
This course is delivered using a blended learning approach with weekly interactive and hands-on practical lab-based sessions supported by independent and online learning.
Due to the blended learning delivery within this course students should have access to PC / Mac, a headset with a mic, and a broadband internet connection from home, so as to be able to fully participate in the course.
DRAFT TIMETABLE (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
TUESDAYS - 6.00pm to 9.30pm
THURSDAYS - 6.00pm to 8.30pm
Please note: Students have to attend DKIT for 3 days (09.00 to 16.30hrs) at the end of each semester for labatory-based classes.
Graduates from the Higher Diploma in Science in Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing will have professional skills and knowledge in the area of biopharmaceutical production. They will be able to effectively contribute and progress in (bio)pharmaceutical or related settings, in areas such as manufacture, validation, quality assurance, quality control, and regulatory affairs. Graduates could also seek further educational qualifications in a (bio)pharmaceutical or related area.
Course fee is €2,800.
Tuition fees for course are payable in 4 instalments as follows:
- Instalment 1: €50 is payable upon application (This is non-refundable if you are made an offer of a place)
- Instalment 2: €100 (non-refundable) is payable to confirm your acceptance of a course place.
- Instalment 3: €1,250 is payable by the end of February 2023.
- Instalment 4: €1,400 is payable by the end of October 2023.
Applicants should have a level 8 major award in Engineering/Science
OR
a Level 7 major award in a cognate Science discipline
OR
a Level 7 major award in Engineering with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the
Pharmaceutical/Biopharmaceutical Industry.
Applicants for whom English is not their first language must have English level of
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
Applicants who do not meet these academic criteria may be admitted though the DkIT
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.
Such candidates are assessed through a reference-supported application and
interview.
Dr. Arjan Van Rossum (Head of Department of Life and Health Science)
Phone: +353 (0)42 9370 265
Email: arjan.vanrossum@dkit.ie
Dr. Geraldine O’Connor (Head of Section (Part time courses), School of Health and Science)
Phone: +353 429370200
Email: geraldine.oconnor@dkit.ie
| Course ID | DK_NLMAN_8 |
| Course Type | Flexible & Professional |
| Study Mode | Part-Time |
| Level | 8 |
| Duration | 3 Semesters |
| Fees | €2800 |
| Starting Date | Tuesday 31st January 2023 (subject to demand) |
| School | School of Health & Science |
| Department | Life and Health Sciences |
| Credits | 60 |
| Awarding Body | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| Apply to | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| Delivery Method | Blended |
How to Apply
Closing date for applications is Friday 6th January or until all places are taken.
Places for this course are offered on a first-come, first-served basis so we recommend getting your application in as early as possible. All programmes are delivered subject to demand.
Please review the entry requirements before applying and include a copy of your CV and academic transcripts.
