MedTech Innovation

Entry requirements

Months of entry

September

Course content

Be part of the world changing generation that revolutionises patient care using technology. This MSc is dedicated to transforming healthcare through cutting-edge technology, AI-driven solutions, and entrepreneurial innovation. This pioneering 12-month programme uniquely positions you at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and business, equipping you with the complete skill set to take MedTech innovations from concept to commercialisation.

Why this programme

• Scotland's premier MedTech programme - developed in collaboration with Innovation hubs, and industry pioneers, and the National Health Service (NHS) Greater Glasgow & Clyde, every element of this programme addresses real-world challenges in multi-disciplinary field of healthcare technology.
• Study in Glasgow, a globally recognised hub where healthcare, industry, and academia converge. This unique triple helix ecosystem also extends to public and government involvement.
• Placement Opportunities - gain valuable experience through your final project placements with NHS bodies, government organisations, and leading MedTech companies.
• Explore the entire MedTech Innovation lifecycle: identify unmet clinical needs → design & develop solutions → navigate regulations → implement in healthcare systems → commercialise and scale.
• You will culminate your MSc with the Innovation Day, a prestigious showcase where you will be given the opportunity to pitch your project to key stakeholders across the MedTech sector, including NHS leaders, investors, and industry executives, with the opportunity to apply to various MedTech funding schemes offered by the University of Glasgow.
• This programme will be co-delivered by our World Changing partners:
• West of Scotland Innovation Hub (WoSIH): Driving health and social care transformation by connecting NHS, academia, and industry to accelerate real-world innovation.
• NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde: Europe’s largest integrated health board, delivering cutting-edge healthcare and fostering clinical innovation for over 1.2 million people.
• SafeHaven: Provides secure, governed environments for accessing and linking health and social care data to enable ethical research and innovation.
• The National Robotarium: UK’s leading centre for robotics and AI, accelerating research and industry adoption through cutting-edge facilities and skills development.
• Scottish Ambulance Service: The national emergency medical service for Scotland, providing urgent care and patient transport across all communities.
• Industry leaders at both national and global stage, including dynamic Scottish SMEs and spin-outs such as Tile Bio and Lumino.