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and enthusiasm – and it is precisely this connection
between academia and practice that I consider one
of the greatest strengths of our programme.
Do companies seek out students even before they
complete their studies?
Some students have already been approached
by manufacturers during their part-time work
with offers to join their teams. We see this as clear
evidence that the direction of the programme is right
and that students are acquiring competencies that are
genuinely in demand in the labour market.
We are, of course, pleased by this interest; however,
it is necessary to manage it to a certain extent so that
students are not overwhelmed at the very beginning
of their studies. Our aim is first to introduce them
to the field in a structured way, immerse them
in the context of medical devices, and teach them
to think within a regulated environment. Students
need to learn how to work with standards, understand
legislative requirements, and master the principles
of quality management and process validation.
Only once they have built this solid foundation can
they fully enter the “real world” of manufacturers or
assessment bodies.
At the same time, we expect – and hope – that some
graduates, despite having the opportunity for immediate
employment, will choose to continue their studies
in the forthcoming follow-up Master’s programme.
In addition, in the third year, during the winter
semester, every student is required to complete a six-
month placement with a manufacturer. The ideal
outcome is that, during this placement, they work
on a specific topic which then becomes the basis
of their Bachelor’s thesis. The topic should be practical
in nature and reflect a real problem or challenge that
the manufacturer is actually addressing.
What type of specialists does your programme train,
and what can companies expect from them?
We expect that the greatest demand for our graduates
will come from medical device manufacturers
themselves. However, the range of career opportunities
is broader. Graduates may, for example, find roles
within regulatory authorities or notified bodies, as
well as in any organisation that requires professionals
capable of navigating a regulated environment.
The ability to understand what a regulated environment
entails is precisely one of the key competencies of our
students. A graduate should know what process
validation involves, how to approach it systematically,
how to set up and manage quality systems, and how
to ensure compliance with applicable legislation.
This is therefore not just a narrowly defined
specialisation, but a broader understanding
of the principles of regulation, quality management,
and the responsible placement of products on
the market – skills that are highly valued across
industries today.
Is there currently a demand for specialists with this
focus? For whom do they represent a competitive
advantage?
I would say that the level of interest is truly significant.
Every manufacturer or distributor of medical devices, as
well as notified bodies and regulatory authorities, needs
professionals who are well-versed in the assessment
of medical devices and the associated regulatory
requirements.
This need is not specific to the Czech Republic – a similar
situation exists across the entire European Union. All
manufacturers within the EU face the same regulatory
demands and are seeking qualified professionals who
can help them navigate this environment effectively.
We are one of the few universities in the European
Union offering such a specialised education. If
a manufacturer has someone in their team who
genuinely understands this field, they can significantly
accelerate the process of bringing products to market
and, in turn, support their international expansion.