Expand+Biopharmaceutical Science involves study of the discovery, development and processing of modern, medical drugs by artificially growing some or all of the components utilising cell culture technologies. The processes involved are more biological-based...

Hide-Biopharmaceutical Science involves study of the discovery, development and processing of modern, medical drugs by artificially growing some or all of the components utilising cell culture technologies. The processes involved are more biological-based as compared to the more chemical-based processes associated with small-molecule pharmaceutical products. The Medical Biotechnology and Biopharmaceutical sectors are among the fastest growing in the Life Sciences area both nationally and internationally.

This programme is jointly offered by IT Sligo and NIBRT (National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training).

About the Programme
This programme in Biopharmaceutical Science aims to provide students with the knowledge, know-how, training and practical experience to enable them to gain employment in the Biopharmaceutical or Biomedical industries. One of the key features of the programme is that it combines cutting-edge skills in Biopharmaceutical Science and Medical Biotechnology with an understanding of the legislative and quality control system framework which underpins the industry. A number of the modules incorporate hands-on, laboratory work at the state-of-the-art, NIBRT facility in Dublin.

The course is offered in a online manner utilising IT Sligo’s online delivery technologies. Students are required to travel to NIBRT for two days practical training per semester for the Cell Culture, Protein Purification and Bioanalytical Techniques Practical (elective) module.

Expand+Semester 1
Cell Culture Processing 10 credits
Facilities and Utilities 5 credits

Semester 2
Protein Purification 10 credits
Formulation and Fill Finish 5 credits

Semester 3
BioPharmaceutical Quality System...

Hide-Semester 1
Cell Culture Processing 10 credits
Facilities and Utilities 5 credits

Semester 2
Protein Purification 10 credits
Formulation and Fill Finish 5 credits

Semester 3
BioPharmaceutical Quality Systems 5 credits
Bioanalytical Techniques Theory (E) 5 credits
Bioanalytical Techniques Practical (E) 5 credits
Bioprocess Engineering Theory (E) 5 credits
Bioprocess Engineering Practical (E) 5 credits

Semester 4
Lean Sigma 5 credits
Biopharmaceutical Validation 5 credits
Biocontamination Control 5 credits

Expand+Career Opportunities
Graduates from this programme can expect to find employment in the Biopharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Diagnostics or Pharmaceutical, sectors as well as more broadly in the area of analytical science. In the development of...

Hide-Career Opportunities
Graduates from this programme can expect to find employment in the Biopharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Diagnostics or Pharmaceutical, sectors as well as more broadly in the area of analytical science. In the development of this programme emphasis has been placed on aligning the course content with the skills required by the Pharmaceutical / Biopharmaceutical industry, whilst ensuring that there is sufficient flexibility to allow students to move laterally into associated careers. Graduates are typically employed in Scientific, Operations and Quality Assurance / Control positions in the Biopharmaceutical and Biotechnology industry sectors both in Ireland and abroad. Their work may involve the manufacture of novel medicines from living cells, immunodiagnostics, bioanalytics, process validation and process optimization.

What are my further study opportunities?
The B.Sc. BioPharmaceutical Science Level 7 provides an excellent foundation for the student who wishes to progress to a B. Sc. (Hons) BioPharmaceutical Science Level 8.