Product Development, Validation and Authorisation

BES5118

Improve your knowledge in the topics of product development, validation & authorisation.

Duration

24 weeks

Next start date

January 2026

NFQ

Level 9

ECTS

5 Credits

Mode of Study

Online

Apply By

Nov 28, 2024, 5PM

Fee

€750

Overview

Bringing a product to the market requires an understanding of concept creation, idea development, testing and quality improvement, all within the confines of regulatory requirements. This Micro-credential integrates the principles and methods of engineering, science and innovation into the lifecycle of marketed industrial products. This coursework is aimed at individuals seeking to improve their knowledge in the topics of product development, validation and authorisation. Owing to common applicability of these industrial areas, concepts introduced will be generic in nature but this module will also cater for the more advanced, sector-specific, needs such as those within agri-food, medical technologies and pharmaceuticals. Through the Micro-credential's project assessment, the student will gain practical experience of the stages of product development, validation and/or authorisation within their industry.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be over 21 years of age and a Level 8 undergraduate, or Level 7 qualification with 3 years experience is required. Applications can be considered using Recognition of Prior Learning.

What you will Learn

  • Introduction to Product Development: Introducing the basics of product development from concept generation through to product launch and post-market surveillance.
  • Product Validation and Testing: Validation and testing practices within industry throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Case Study Analysis: Exploring the industry-specific instances of product development, validation and authorisation.
  • Product Launch and Authorisation: Required steps necessary to bring a product to the market and examining the post-market phase.

 

Course Outcomes
On successful completion of this micro-credential, you will receive credits as per the European Credit and Transfer System. These credits are recognised by the awarding institution as credits aligned to learning completed at postgraduate level 9.

Contact

If you have any questions about this course, please contact:

Micro-credentials Team,
University of Galway

Email: Micro-credentials

How to Apply

From the 1st October 2025, you can apply for this micro-credential through our Online Application Portal. 

Learn more about our application process.

Apply here: Online Application Portal

When completing your application please make sure to select the following categories:

College/Interest Type: Science & Engineering

Academic Programme: Select your micro-credential from the drop-down list

Academic Term: Select the academic term Autumn 2025 (Semester 1) or Spring 2026 (Semester2)

On Page 2 of the application for please select the following Course Instance: Science & Engineering Micro-credentials CPC15