Postgraduate Cert in Healthcare Innovation

Health Innovation Hub Ireland are delighted to partner in this innovative new programme developed by Tangent, Trinity's Ideas Workspace in collaboration with the School of Medicine and Health Innovation Hub Ireland, This Postgraduate Certificate in Healthcare Innovation brings together the academic expertise with the entrepreneurial capacity of a world class innovation hub to deliver something truly unique.

Applications are now closed

Developed by Tangent, Trinity’s Ideas Workspace in collaboration with the School of Medicine and Health Innovation Hub Ireland, this Postgraduate Certificate in Healthcare Innovation brings together the academic expertise with the entrepreneurial capacity of a world class innovation hub to deliver something truly unique. Graduates will develop entrepreneurial skills that can be applied across multiple aspects of healthcare innovation, from products and services to processes and systems. They will be given critical and lateral thinking skills to evaluate the social & economic value of new opportunities for innovation and the confidence to take ideas forward for funding and support and through to implementation.

 
Rapidly evolving technologies, an ageing population and economic challenges will all dramatically impact healthcare provision in the future. Innovation is needed to pave the way for more convenient and effective healthcare delivery and improved outcomes for patients. If you would like to play a part in Ireland’s healthcare innovation journey by putting ideas into action or becoming an ambassador for change, this course will equip you with the skills and confidence you need. On completing the course, you will be empowered to investigate a diverse range of innovation-related topics and act on opportunities in a variety of healthcare contexts.

Delivered online using Blackboard, Trinity’s Virtual Learning environment, this course will support flexibility in learning opportunities. Strong focus is placed on experiential and action-focused learning on the programme, which is taught via a combination of masterclasses, workshops and project-based learning. A part-time course run over 24 weeks with teaching two evenings a week, students are given the opportunity to develop new skills while continuing employment. Funded under the Government’s HEA Springboard+ programme, the course is free to eligible candidates.

Course dates:

  • Start 26th March 2021
  • End 24th July 2021
  • Friday and Saturday (time TBC)
  • Applications Close: 18th February 2021
  • Places on this course are limited so early application is encouraged!

Applications are now closed