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MSc in Medical Device Regulatory Affairs

Gain advanced expertise in EU medical device regulations and compliance for careers in healthcare innovation.

Best for:Best for professionals with a science, business, or management background seeking to specialise in medical device regulatory affairs and compliance.

SETU - Carlow Campus · Carlow, Ireland
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EU medical device legislationRegulatory compliance in healthcareMedical device approval processesHealthcare innovation and regulationQuality assurance in medical devices
This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Application Deadline 28 Aug 2026
Funding
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1 year (full-time)
Start date
Flexible (depends on programme intake)
Full-time
Location
Carlow
Ireland

Overview

This master’s programme offers a comprehensive exploration of regulatory affairs in the medical device sector, focusing on current and proposed EU legislation. Students develop a deep theoretical understanding of regulatory processes and practices essential for ensuring compliance and advancing medical device innovation. The curriculum balances legal frameworks with practical applications, preparing graduates for roles in regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and medical device development. Ideal for professionals aiming to specialise in healthcare regulation, the programme also accommodates applicants with relevant prior learning through recognition policies. Interviews may be conducted to assess suitability for admission.

Medical Device Regulatory AffairsEU medical device legislationHealthcare complianceRegulatory affairs specialistMedical device approvalHealthcare innovationQuality assurance in medical devicesScience/Business/Mgmt degree holders

What you'll do

  • Study and apply current and proposed EU medical device regulations to ensure compliance.
  • Develop a theoretical and practical understanding of regulatory processes in medical device development.
  • Analyse legal frameworks governing medical device safety, performance, and market access.
  • Engage in case studies and real-world scenarios to understand regulatory challenges in healthcare.
  • Collaborate on projects that bridge regulatory knowledge with practical applications in medical device industries.
  • Prepare for careers in regulatory affairs, quality assurance, or medical device development roles.

Requirements

Degree required: Second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a science, business, or management subject, or recognition of prior learning (RPL) considered on an individual basis.

Degree offered: MSc

Language: English (no specific proficiency test mentioned)

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Basic understanding of scientific or business principles
  • Ability to interpret complex regulatory documentation
  • Attention to detail in compliance-related tasks
Nice to have
Prior experience in healthcare, regulatory affairs, or quality assuranceFamiliarity with EU regulatory frameworksProficiency in legal or technical documentation review
Eligibility
  • Applicants must meet the minimum degree requirement or qualify under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
  • Interview may be required to assess suitability for the programme.

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How to apply

Deadline: 2026-08-28

Applicants must submit their application through the official SETU portal. Required documents typically include academic transcripts, a CV, and a statement of purpose. Interviews may be conducted to assess suitability.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
  • Two reference letters (if required)
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School of Science and Computing
SETU - Carlow Campus
Ireland
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