Postgraduate Certificate in Healthcare Innovation

Module 1: Innovation and Creativity in Healthcare (10 ECTS)

This module explores the principles and practices associated with creativity and innovation. It exposes students to frameworks and methodologies for idea generation, problem solving and creative collaboration in order to support positive innovation in a healthcare context.

Module 2 - Opportunity Generation, Recognition and Communication (10 ECTS)

The aim of this module is to provide the student with the tools to generate and recognise entrepreneurial opportunities. There is also a focus on the communication and articulation of such opportunity in an influential manner.

Module 3 - Enterprise Development in Healthcare (10 ECTS)

This module focuses specifically on the creation, development, growth and funding of innovation driven new ventures in healthcare. It is designed to build on the learnings from Modules 1 and 2, and to increase confidence in students in new venture evaluation, viewing ventures through the perspectives of their multiple stakeholders, most notably the potential investor. Over the course of module 3, each student will identify a new healthcare innovation opportunity to explore and deliver as a venture pitch presentation.

This section outlines the entry requirements for the course. We aim to make the information clear and straightforward to help you determine your eligibility.

Funding Eligibility

Funding eligibility is determined according to the guidelines on the Springboard+ website. Please review the official Springboard+ site for full details on available funding and who qualifies.

Academic Qualifications

To be eligible, applicants must normally hold:

• A Level 8 honours degree (or equivalent) with a 2.1 grade or higher (or equivalent GPA) in any discipline from a recognised third-level institution.

References

You are required to submit two references:

• One professional and one academic
• If you graduated more than 8 years ago, you may submit two professional references instead.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

If you do not meet the standard academic entry requirements, you may still be considered through Trinity’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. This allows us to assess relevant academic and  professional experience or other qualifications as equivalent. Applications under RPL will be evaluated in line with Trinity’s official RPL policy and procedures.

English Language Requirements

All applicants whose first language is not English must provide official evidence of English language proficiency. This course requires Trinity Band B (Standard entry).

The accepted tests and minimum required scores are:

Important notes:

1. Test results must be no more than 2 years old at the start of the course.
2. If you have completed a primary degree entirely through English, you may request an exemption. You must provide official documentation from the awarding institution confirming that the degree was delivered wholly in English.
3. For Duolingo, scores refer to Integrated Scores. 

For the most up-to-date information on English language requirements, please visit: https://www.tcd.ie/study/english-language-requirements/

For specific enquiries about the tests, contact the relevant organisation:

• TOEFL: www.ets.org/toefl
• IELTS: www.ielts.org
• Cambridge: www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams-and-tests/

Technical Requirements

All students must have access to:

• A laptop or desktop computer
• A webcam
• A stable internet connection

These are essential for participating in online components of the course. The use of mobile phones is not encouraged.

If you have any questions about your eligibility or the application process, please contact the recruitment team for guidance at springboard@tcd.ie. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and are happy to discuss individual circumstances.

Attendance and Participation Requirements

Attendance is compulsory for all scheduled classes, both in-person and online. Students are expected to attend sessions live and in real time.

A minimum attendance rate of 80% at live lectures and workshops is required to remain on the course.

Full engagement is essential. Active participation in classes, whether on campus or online, is a core part of the experiential learning approach that underpins the programme.

Assessment and Progression

The course does not use traditional exams.

• Student progress is assessed on a continuous basis through:

  • Group projects

  • Individual assignments

  • Presentations

To progress in the course, students must maintain at least 80% attendance throughout the programme.

We're here to answer your questions and guide you forward.

📧 Email: springboard@tcd.ie
📞 Phone: (086) 032 0487

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