MedTech Innovation MSc
This programme will be open for 2026 entry. Sign up below to be notified when applications open.
Gain expert-led education and hands-on experience at the forefront of healthcare and technology. This multidisciplinary MSc brings together students from diverse backgrounds to collaborate, innovate, and develop MedTech and AI solutions for real-world healthcare challenges. With cutting-edge training, industry and NHS placements, and insights from leading experts, you’ll be equipped to drive impactful changes and improve patient care.
- Academic contact: mvls-msc-med-tech@glasgow.ac.uk
- Teaching start: September
- Glasgow: Gilmorehill campus
- : 12 months months full-time
Why this programme
- Unique to Scotland: The only postgraduate course in Scotland dedicated to MedTech innovation, fostering a multi-disciplinary approach.
- Opportunities for work placements and internships with the NHS, government bodies, and top MedTech companies.
- Industry Collaboration: Partnered with West of Scotland Innovation Hub and industry leaders for hands-on experience.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities at the University of Glasgow, including Digital Health Validation Labs, NHS Clinical Research Facility, and industry sites.
- A focus on AI and software as medical devices and how to work ethically with AI.
- Training on how to liase with NHS and health boards from scoping to evidence generation.
- Training on the scope of expansion and innovation business case.
- Features guest lectures and workshops from leading professionals in the MedTech industry.
- Regulations and ethics of MedTech products including AI and software: UK (MHRA), EU, FDA and international regulations.
- Special advantage of studying in Glasgow, a hub for medical research and innovation incorporating the triple helix of Healthcare, Industry, and Academia.
Working with clinicians, academics, patients and commercial collaborators in healthcare innovation there was an obvious gap in educational opportunities. I am so excited to share the MedTech Innovation Masters programme which covers healthcare innovation opportunity identification and end to end evidence generation as part of a route to get MedTech products safely to market. Only by supporting the co-development of digital, data, AI and medical devices with clinical services and the public, can we harness the power of technology to improve our clinical services for the benefit of our patients and NHS staff. Katriona Brooksbank, Co-Programme Director, The Innovation Lead at West of Scotland Innovation Hub
Programme structure
This program will consist of the following core courses:
- Identification & Evidence Generation of MedTech Solution (20 credits):
This course explores the clinical landscape of the NHS and international healthboards to equip students with the skills to identify pressing healthcare issues that can be addressed through MedTech innovations. It teaches methodologies for pinpointing clinical problems suitable for intervention via devices, software, AI, and data-driven solutions while evaluating whether to develop novel solutions or adapt existing ones. The curriculum covers essential regulatory and governance frameworks, ensuring that students understand the compliance and risk management aspects of introducing new MedTech products. Emphasis is placed on establishing robust evidence generation frameworks to support decision making. Through interactive sessions and practical workshops from the NHS and industry, students gain real-world insights into generating and evaluating the necessary evidence to justify and implement successful MedTech solutions.
- Design and Concept Development for MedTech & AI (10 credits)
This course equips students with the engineering and design principles necessary for developing cutting-edge MedTech and AI solutions. It emphasizes a rigorous, iterative approach to concept development, guiding learners from ideation to the creation of a robust proof of concept. Students will delve into user-centred design, prototyping, and requirements analysis to ensure their solutions are both innovative and practical. Hands-on workshops, simulations, and real-world case studies provide them with the skills to validate their design ideas and refine product functionality. Ultimately, the course prepares graduates to translate complex healthcare challenges into viable, evidence-based MedTech solutions through effective concept development and engineering excellence.
- Implementation of a MedTech Solution (10 credits)
This course equips students to implement the MedTech solutions they have identified and designed by focusing on key areas such as risk management, health economics, and IT integration within the NHS and other healthboards. Students will learn to conduct comprehensive service evaluations to redesign patient pathways and ensure that technological systems are seamlessly integrated into existing NHS infrastructure. The course emphasizes practical risk assessments and methodologies to mitigate potential challenges during implementation. In addition, students will undertake health economic assessments to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and long-term benefits of their systems. Through case studies, workshops, and real-world examples, learners will develop robust implementation plans and pathways for successfully deploying innovative healthcare solutions.
- Medical Ethics, Regulations, and Governance (20 credits)
This course explores the ethical frameworks, regulatory requirements, and governance processes that underpin the MedTech and Clinical trial industry. It provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and standards—such as the Medical Device Regulations, Research Ethics Committees, Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations, and GDPR—that govern the development, approval, and monitoring of medical technologies. Students will learn to critically evaluate and apply these regulations to ensure that MedTech innovations are both safe and ethically responsible from conception through to clinical implementation. Through case studies and practical exercises, the course examines challenges such as ethical approvals, compliance assessment, risk management, and the promotion of equity in healthcare technology. Ultimately, the course prepares graduates to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, balance innovation with accountability, and drive governance practices that protect patient safety while fostering advancement in MedTech solutions.
- Bridging the Multi-Modal Data Gap for MedTech & AI (20 credits)
This course provides an in-depth exploration of multi-modal data within healthcare, examining what it is, the different types available, and how digital solutions can be securely housed—whether on NHS Azure, AWS, or other platforms. It covers critical compliance issues including digital and cyber security, as well as adherence to GDPR/ICO standards. The curriculum also addresses the integration of social care with primary and secondary healthcare data, ensuring that digital solutions facilitate equitable access for both urban and rural communities. Students will learn to evaluate the technical and regulatory challenges of linking diverse data types, and to leverage this integration in AI and MedTech solution design. By combining theoretical insight with practical exercises, the course prepares graduates to navigate the complex landscape of healthcare data governance and innovation.
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship for MedTech Solutions (10 credits)
This course trains students in the innovative processes and entrepreneurial skills essential for developing scalable MedTech and AI solutions. It emphasizes automating and refining engineering designs, including robotics integration, to continuously evolve and update technology in response to healthcare challenges. Through hands-on workshops and case studies, students will explore effective strategies to scale solutions while optimizing operational efficiency. The curriculum also covers business model innovation, venture creation, and market entry strategies, equipping students with the tools needed to transform technical breakthroughs into commercially viable products. Overall, this course prepares graduates to drive innovation and entrepreneurship within the MedTech industry while addressing real-world healthcare needs.
- AI and Software as Medical Device (20 credits)
This course provides an in-depth, non-programmatic exploration of AI and Software as a Medical Device (AIaMD & SaMD). It enables students to understand the fundamental concepts and principles underlying AI, without requiring them to write code, to better grasp how these technologies work in a healthcare context. Emphasis is placed on clinical AI—what it is, how to use it, interpret it, and understand its implications in practice—with a focus on real-world case studies and applications. The curriculum covers regulatory definitions in both NHS and international contexts, ethical implementation including bias mitigation, and the integration of digital workflows according to NHS Digital standards. Additionally, students learn about deployment and monitoring processes, including frameworks such as PROBAST-AI and GDPR compliance, ensuring they are equipped to critically assess and effectively use clinical AI solutions.
- MedTech: Route to Market (10 credits)
This course equips students with the skills to effectively commercialize MedTech innovations and make their products marketable in today's healthcare environment. It covers strategies for identifying market opportunities, developing a compelling value proposition, and tailoring marketing approaches to the highly regulated MedTech sector. Students will explore market analysis, customer segmentation, pricing strategies, and branding techniques, all within a framework that accounts for regulatory, clinical, and ethical considerations. Through case studies, expert guest lectures, and practical exercises, students will develop comprehensive go-to-market plans that bridge the gap between innovative product design and successful market entry. Ultimately, this course transforms technical innovations into commercially robust solutions that meet the evolving needs of the healthcare industry.
- Project (60 credits)
This final project is an intensive, 12-week capstone experience that brings together all aspects of MedTech and AI learning. Students choose to develop either their own innovative idea or work on existing projects from academic and industry partners such as SMEs, university spin-offs, government bodies , Scottish innovation hubs, NHS, and multiple other relevant partners. At the end of their project, students will participate in our ‘Innovation Day’ where they will present their projects to key stakeholders in the MedTech Industry and will get the opportunity to gain connections and exposure within this fast-moving sector.
This program will be delivered using the following modes of teaching:
- A blend of lectures, seminars, site visits, and placements
- Design sprints & hackathons
- Hands-on innovation workshops within engineering groups, and industry partners
- Role-llaying & simulations to mimic real-world workplace scenarios like regulatory audits, crisis management in healthcare setting, design thinking
- Live case studies, incorporating projects in partnership with MedTech companies or NHS, enabling students to work on current problems
- Entrepreneurial bootcamps & pitch competitions to simulate startup accelerator
- Innovation day to showcase their ideas to various stakeholders in the MedTech Industry
To enhance accessibility, we will also deliver the courses in a fusion format, combining in-person and online recordings. This approach is particularly beneficial for professionals.
Graduates have the option to complete 60 credits for a Postgraduate Certificate, 120 credits for a Postgraduate Diploma, or the full 180 credits for a Master of Science degree on an intermittent basis, subject to University approval.
Programme alteration or discontinuation
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to run all programmes as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw
or alter a programme. For more information, please see: Student contract.
Career prospects
- Entrepreneur/Startup Founder: Build and scale ventures that address global health challenges using data-led, AI/ML-driven solutions.
- MedTech Business Development Manager: Drive innovations at leading healthcare institutions and startups by bridging clinical insights with technology.
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist: Navigate frameworks like the MHRA, ensuring products and services meet rigorous UK and EU standards.
- Product Development and R&D Manager: Spearhead the creation and refinement of cutting-edge medical devices and digital health solutions.
- Innovation Consultant: Collaborate with NHS trusts, government bodies, and private firms to strategize and implement transformative healthcare projects.
- Clinical Research & Economic Evaluator: Apply robust methodologies to assess clinical outcomes and cost-effectiveness, influencing policy and investment decisions.
- Global Product Manager/Innovation Strategist: Lead cross-cultural teams in developing, launching, and scaling products in diverse regulatory environments.
- International Regulatory and Compliance Expert: Tackle challenges in varied global markets, ensuring medical technologies meet international standards and legal requirements.
- Digital Health Consultant/Technology Transfer Specialist: Drive innovation in emerging economies and multinational corporations, often facilitating strategic technology adoption.
- Academic and Research Leader: Engage with international research initiatives and partnerships, contributing to advancements in MedTech on a worldwide scale.
Fees & funding
Tuition fees for 2026-27
MSc
Fees for this programme will be confirmed soon.
Fee status
Additional fees
- Fee for re-assessment of a dissertation (PGT programme): £370
- Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed: £350
- Registration/exam only fee: £170
Funding opportunities
University of Glasgow African Excellence Award
The University of Glasgow African Excellence Award aims to support high achieving students from across Africa in their journey to become Future World Changers. We are looking for students who wish to undertake Masters level study (postgraduate diploma or certificate programmes are not eligible for this scholarship), to further develop their knowledge and skills, in order to positively contribute to their community in the future.
The University is offering up to 16 scholarships for International students from Africa, starting a one year postgraduate taught Masters programme, in any discipline for academic session 2026/27. The scholarship is a full tuition fee waiver.
University of Glasgow Caribbean Excellence Award
The University of Glasgow Caribbean Excellence Award aims to support high achieving students from across the Caribbean in their journey to become Future World Changers. We are looking for students who wish to undertake Masters level study, to further develop their knowledge and skills, in order to positively contribute to their community in the future.
The University is offering up to 4 scholarships for International students from the Caribbean, starting a one year postgraduate taught Masters programme, in any discipline for academic session 2026/27. The scholarship is a full tuition fee waiver.
World Changers Glasgow Scholarship
The University of Glasgow is proud to announce the World Changers Glasgow Scholarship for September 2026/ January 2027 entry to acknowledge incredible applicants from India, Singapore, Nigeria, Thailand, Pakistan, Malaysia, Vietnam, Israel, Jordan, Palestinian Territories, Syria, Yemen, Chile, Brazil, Lebanon and Colombia. The scholarship is awarded as a £5,000 tuition fee discount and will automatically awarded to all eligible applicants.
Glasgow Excellence Award (UK)
The University of Glasgow has a total of 40 Glasgow Excellence Scholarships available to UK students entering any of the University’s Colleges.
Postgraduate Access Scholarship
The University of Glasgow is pleased to be offering Postgraduate Access Scholarships to support Home students who could face financial difficulties in taking up their place to study at the University. Applications are particularly welcomed from applicants who met any of our widening participation criteria, or equivalent, at undergraduate level. The value of each scholarship is £4,000 and they are for students undertaking a one or two year Taught Masters programme. For two year Taught Masters programmes, the scholarship is available in year one only.
University of Glasgow is committed to support as many self-funded students as possible which is why UofG discounts and scholarships cannot be combined with one another or any external sponsorship discounts (with the exception of Alumni Discount). This scholarship can not be awarded in conjunction with the Glasgow (UK) Excellence Award. In the case that you are awarded both, our team will get in touch with you to clarify which scholarship you would like to accept.
World Changers Glasgow Scholarship PGT (EU)
The University of Glasgow continues to be committed to ensuring a strong relationship with our existing and future EU students, and supporting EU talent to make their home at the University of Glasgow.
We appreciate the challenging financial implications that have arisen for our European applicants, and are therefore delighted to offer the World Changers Glasgow Scholarship PGT (EU) to new incoming EU students starting an postgraduate programme for Academic Session 2026-27. The scholarship is awarded as a tuition fee discount of £5,000 for every year of study and is subject to satisfactory progress for consecutive years of study. This discount cannot be combined with another University scholarship with the exception of the Alumni Discount.
Global Leadership Scholarship
The University of Glasgow has several Global Leadership Scholarships available to International fee students starting a postgraduate taught Masters programme in any discipline for Academic Session 2026/2027. The scholarship is awarded as a tuition fees discount.
GREAT Scholarships 2026
In partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, University of Glasgow is offering 5 scholarships to students in Greece, Spain, Pakistan, Kenya and Bangladesh applying for postgraduate courses in any subject (excluding MBA and MSc Research courses). All eligible courses can be viewed under the 'eligible programmes' tab on this webpage.
The scholarship offers financial support of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK. This discount cannot be combined with another University scholarship.
Chevening Scholarship
Please note that the Chevening Scholarships are now open for application for the 2026/27 academic year.
Chevening Scholarships are the UK government's global scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and partner organisations. The scholarships are awarded to outstanding scholars with leadership potential. Awards are typically for a one year Master’s degree at universities across the UK. There are over 50,000 Chevening Alumni around the world who together comprise an influential and highly regarded global network.
For further information, please refer to the Chevening website.
Commonwealth Scholarship Schemes
Commonwealth Scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to gain the knowledge and skills required for sustainable development, and are offered to citizens from low and middle income Commonwealth countries. The majority of Scholarships are funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), with the aim of contributing to the UK’s international development aims and wider overseas interests, supporting excellence in UK higher education, and sustaining the principles of the Commonwealth.
HESPAL Scholarship
The University has worked in partnership with the British Council in a scheme to provide Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians (HESPAL), for the past decade.
Through the HESPAL scheme, we have been able to offer fee waivers to students from the Palestinian Territories, enhancing educational opportunities for deserving individuals.
Considering the current challenges and the significant obstacles faced by individuals impacted by the conflict in leaving the area, the University of Glasgow extends their support in the academic year 2025/2026 to offer up to 3 postgraduate taught scholarships and up to 2 postgraduate research scholarships.
This scholarship is offered as a full fee discount.
Erasmus+ Master Degree Loans
Erasmus+ Master Degree Loans are EU-guaranteed loans with favourable pay-back terms. They’re designed to help prospective students finance their Master’s courses in an Erasmus+ Programme country while leaving as little of a lasting economic footprint as possible.
The scheme is designed to provide postgraduate students with the means to pay their tuition and living expenses – thereby allowing individuals to focus on their degree instead of managing their bank balance. The programme aims to be as inclusive as possible, working under the following guidelines:
- No need for collateral from students or parents - ensuring equality of access
- Favourable, better-than-market interest rates
- Pay-back terms that allow graduates up to two years to find work before beginning repayment.
Please visit the Erasmus+ Master Degree Loans website for more information.
Postgraduate Student Loan (Scotland and EU)
Eligible full-time and part-time students, undertaking an eligible postgraduate course, can apply for a tuition fee loan up to a maximum of £7,000 towards their course. Eligible full-time postgraduate students can apply for a living-cost loan of up to £4,500.
This support extends to online Masters or Postgraduate Diplomas, and not to the online Postgraduate Certificate courses.
For more information visit the SAAS website.
Postgraduate Loans for Welsh Students
If you are a Welsh student looking to study a postgraduate programme* in Glasgow then you can apply for a student loan in exactly the same way as you would for a Welsh University.
* does not apply to Erasmus Mundus programmes
For more information visit Student Finance Wales
Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loans England only (PTFL)
If you’re an English student looking to study a taught Masters programme in Glasgow then you can apply for a student loan. Students from England are able to apply for a non-means tested Postgraduate Master’s Loan of up to £11,570 to help with course fees and living costs. You have to repay your Postgraduate Master’s Loan at the same time as any other student loans you have. You’ll be charged interest from the day you get the first payment.
If you’re studying by distance learning, you can also apply.
Colfuturo Fundacion para el Futuro de Colombia
The University of Glasgow offer discounts to all successful Fundacion para el Futuro de Colombia (Colfuturo) scholars who enrol at the University of Glasgow to complete a postgraduate programme.
Postgraduate Student Loan (NI)
If you are a Northern Irish student looking to study a taught Masters programme* in Glasgow then you can apply for a student loan in exactly the same way as you would for a University in Northern Ireland.
Northern Irish students are able to apply for non-means-tested tuition fee loans of up to £5,500, to help with the costs of funding.
For more information visit www.studentfinanceni.co.uk/types-of-finance/postgraduate .
* does not apply to Erasmus Mundus programmes
DAAD-University of Glasgow 1-year Master’s grant
The University of Glasgow will offer a full tuition waiver to those students that successfully apply and are nominated by DAAD to the University. DAAD offers a monthly stipend and travel bursary, as well as health, accident, and personal liability insurance coverage in addition to the full tuition fee waiver from the University of Glasgow.
Wichtige Hinweise zu DAAD-Stipendien - DAAD (general info on DAAD tuition fee reimbursement)
Current list of tuition reduction / waiving offers (not including U Glasgow yet) : Stipendien für ein Masterstudium im Ausland - DAAD - Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst
Sanctuary Scholarships
The University of Glasgow is offering up to 30 Sanctuary Scholarships for applicants to the University, who have been forced to travel to the UK for humanitarian reasons and are facing challenges in progressing onto Higher Education. The scholarship is open to prospective undergraduate and postgraduate taught students at the University of Glasgow applying for entry in September 2026/27. Please note that you must have applied to the University before submitting an application for this scholarship.
The scholarship will meet the cost of tuition fees for the duration of your programme, for applicants who are unable to access mainstream funding through Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) or Student Finance. The Sanctuary Scholarship also provides a £5,000 per year stipend, to assist with study costs. In addition, if the eligibility criteria for university accommodation is met, this will also be provided for the duration of your degree, if required. For more information on the accommodation criteria, please see the Accommodation Services section on the website.
Undergraduate students with refugee status (or equivalent) and access to funding, are eligible to apply for the scholarship and would receive the £5,000 stipend towards study costs only, if successful.
Postgraduate Taught Masters students with refugee status (or equivalent) and access to funding, are eligible to apply for the scholarship and would receive the £5,000 stipend towards study costs and a partial tuition fee waiver, to cover any shortfall not met by your Postgraduate Masters tuition fee loan.
Alumni Discount
To recognise our returning University of Glasgow graduates, we are pleased to offer a 20% tuition fee discount to eligible self-funded alumni starting a Postgraduate Taught (PGT) Masters or Postgraduate Research (PGR) programme in the 2026/27 academic year.
The Clan Gregor Society Prize
The Clan Gregor Society is offering an award incoming students to the University of Glasgow who descend from Clan Gregor. Students will be asked to submit an application highlighting areas of consideration such as academic excellence and financial need. The award is open to both Undergraduate and Postgraduate applicants who are joining us for 2025/26 entry.
Travel Bursary for Forced Migrants
The University of Glasgow is offering travel bursaries to assist with public transport travel costs, to support undergraduate and postgraduate students are currently asylum seekers and who could face financial difficulties in taking up their place to study at the University for 2025 entry. The value of the bursary is 50% of your monthly public transport travel costs to get to University, up to a maximum value of £50 per month.
Glasgow Highland Society Scholarship
The University of Glasgow is excited to promote this scholarship opportunity on behalf of the Glasgow Highland Society.
The Glasgow Highland Society is offering multiple grants of up to £500 for new and continuing students of Glasgow university who fit the eligibility requirements of the scholarship
The scholarships above are relevant to this programme. For more funding opportunities search the scholarships database
Entry requirements
- A relevant undergraduate degree in either engineering, life sciences, or business (e.g. biomedical engineering, computer science, medicine, physiology) with at least a 2:1 classification (or equivalent).
- Professionals like clinicians, entrepreneurs, project managers are also welcome to apply.
English language requirements
International students
We are proud of our diverse University community that includes students and staff from more than 140 different countries.
How to apply
To apply for a postgraduate taught degree you must apply online. We cannot accept applications any other way.
Please check you meet the Entry requirements for this programme before you begin your application.
Documents
As part of your online application, you also need to submit the following supporting documents:
- A copy (or copies) of your official degree certificate(s) (if you have already completed your degree)
- A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained
- Official English translations of the certificate(s) and transcript(s)
- One reference letter on headed paper
- Evidence of your English language ability (if your first language is not English)
- Any additional documents required for this programme (see Entry requirements for this programme)
- A copy of the photo page of your passport
You have 42 days to submit your application once you begin the process.
You may save and return to your application as many times as you wish to update information, complete sections or upload supporting documents such as your final transcript or your language test.
For more information about submitting documents or other topics related to applying to a postgraduate taught programme, see how to apply for a postgraduate taught degree
Guidance notes for using the online application
These notes are intended to help you complete the online application form accurately; they are also available within the help section of the online application form.
If you experience any difficulties accessing the online application, see Application System Help.
- Name and Date of birth: must appear exactly as they do on your passport. Please take time to check the spelling and lay-out.
- Contact Details: Correspondence address. All contact relevant to your application will be sent to this address including the offer letter(s). If your address changes, please contact us as soon as possible.
- Choice of course: Please select carefully the course you want to study. As your application will be sent to the admissions committee for each course you select it is important to consider at this stage why you are interested in the course and that it is reflected in your application.
- Proposed date of entry: Please state your preferred start date including the month and the year. Taught masters degrees tend to begin in September. Research degrees may start in any month.
- Education and Qualifications: Please complete this section as fully as possible indicating any relevant Higher Education qualifications starting with the most recent. Complete the name of the Institution (s) as it appears on the degree certificate or transcript.
- English Language Proficiency: Please state the date of any English language test taken (or to be taken) and the award date (or expected award date if known).
- Employment and Experience: Please complete this section as fully as possible with all employments relevant to your course. Additional details may be attached in your personal statement/proposal where appropriate.
Reference: Please provide one reference. This should typically be an academic reference but in cases where this is not possible then a reference from a current employer may be accepted instead. Certain programmes, such as the MBA programme, may also accept an employer reference. If you already have a copy of a reference on letter headed paper then please upload this to your application. If you do not already have a reference to upload then please enter your referee’s name and contact details on the online application and we will contact your referee directly.
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