Regulatory Affairs - Professional Diploma

FOR WHOM

This Specialist Diploma is available to graduates with a background in quality, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical or chemical sectors. It is for those with an interest in organisational improvement and development through the use of Regulatory Affairs tools and techniques. For graduates who would like to learn about the EU regulatory requirements, as well as the main features of the regulatory system in the US, which is the most important other jurisdiction for RA professionals based in Ireland.

HOW IT WORKS

This flexible programme lets students take five taught modules over two semesters. In addition to the taught modules, there will be a strong focus on the integration of the concepts, tools and techniques during the course of the programme. As well as the taught modules therefore, students will complete a project and a career development module. Course delivery combines traditional distance education with online learning and approximately three on-campus days per semester.

PARTICIPANTS LEARN TO

Understand both theory and practical application of RA tools and techniques to improve operational outcomes and efficiency. Apply RA methodology to help organisations improve performance and speed up the regulatory approval time. Each learner will participate in ‘Job Readiness’ & ‘Support into Employment‘ workshops, to develop their confidence and interview skills, as well as CV development and career development.

INDUSTRY LEARNING PROJECT

Industry representatives will engage in a series of presentations on employment opportunities in the region, as well as talks on specific RA topics from an industry perspective. In the second semester there will be the opportunity for course participants to apply for work placement with our industry partners. Students will complete a project focussing on the development of a plan to monitor and manage regulatory affairs compliance within an orgranisation

* The number of in-company work placements offered depends on the student’s location, topic area and motivation to participate in all elements of the course. A work placement manager will work with participants and companies to find the best fit but the onus is on the learner to play an active role in this process. 

Programme participants should hold a NFQ level-8, primary honours degree or an equivalent qualification and have at least five years of relevant work experience. Where an applicant does not meet the entry requirements above, they can be evaluated under the UL RPL (prior learning) policy and may be interviewed to ascertain their suitability for the programme.

What to Include with your Application
Delays in receiving these documents will affect the progress of your application.
- Photo or Scanned original copy of your transcripts for all years of study. (Graduates of UL need only provide us with their Student ID number.)
- Photo or Scanned copy of passport to verify ID and full legal name.
- Digital quality head and shoulders photograph.
- A copy of your most recent CV, (for Springboard+ applicants, please note that by providing this document you are agreeing that we may send it to members of industry if you require assistance when searching for an Industry Learning Placement (ILE) or project work. Applies to some courses only).

- Proof of status depending on what you filled on the website (Springboard+ only) Click Here.
- Applicants who do not have English as their first language may satisfy English Language requirements:
• If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice
If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
• English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts
AND
• English language competency certificate

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The programme is fully funded for jobseekers and returners. 90% funding is available to full time workers under the Springboard+ 2019 criteria. See springboardcourses.ie website for eligibility details.