Good Manufacturing Practice & Technology
The principal aim of this course is to provide a nationally accredited Level 6 educational course in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Technology for people who are employed in the pharmaceutical industry.
Course Structure
The course will be delivered over 4 semesters in 24 months, with six contact hours per week. Laboratory sessions in year 1 take place over 2 Saturdays per semester. Assessment is by written assignment, practical and written examinations.
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Delivery
2 years, Year 1: Monday & Wednesday 4.15-7.15pm & 2 Saturdays per semester, Year 2: Tuesday & Thursday 4.15-7.15pm
Qualification
Higher Certificate in Science in Good Manufacturing Practice and Technology (120 credits, Level 6)
Cost
€190 per 5 credit module
Bursary Scheme
€145 per 5 credit module (subject to eligibility)
Further Information
Ms. Bernie Whelan, Course Leader: bwhelan@wit.ie
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Information Technology Concepts | Introduction to Pharmaceutical Analysis |
| Fundamental Chemistry* | Fundamental Biology* |
| Mathematics* | Measurement Science* |
| cGMP | Occupational H&S/ Environmental Management |
| *10 credit module |
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Pharmaceutical Science* | Total Quality Management |
| Contamination Control/Cleanroom Management* | Calibration Science |
| Manufacturing and Processing I* | cGMP 2* |
| (Work Based Project) |
GMP & Technology Entry Requirements
Participants must be employed in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry. Students must submit a work-based project which is completed during year 2 of the course.
On successful completion of the certificate students may progress to a Bachelor of Science in Good Manufacturing Practice and Technology (60 credits, Level 7).
Course Leader
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Dr. Bernadette Whelan
BSc, MSc , PhD - Lecturer in Pharmaceutical Science
Tel: 51302064. Email: BWHELAN@wit.ie
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