| Course Name |
Biopharmaceutical Engineering |
| Course Provider |
University College Dublin |
| Course Code |
T015 |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
National University of Ireland |
Level 9 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Afternoon, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Belfield |
| Qualification Letters |
MEngSc |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Next Intake: 2023/2024 September |
| Application Date |
The following entry routes are available:
MEngSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering PT (T015)
Duration 2 Years Attend Part Time
Deadline Rolling*
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
2 years part time.
Class times for two year part time version: Classes take place every Friday afternoon (during UCD term time) between 14.00 - 18.00 at the NIBRT facility, Belfield Campus, UCD. |
| Course Fee |
Expand+MEngSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering (T015) Part Time
EU Year 1 - € 6760
nonEU Year 1 - € 13860
EU Year 2 - € 6440 aa
nonEU Year 2 - € 13200 aa
EU Year 3 - € 2180 vb
nonEU Year 3 - € 6450 vb
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Hide-MEngSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering (T015) Part Time
EU Year 1 - € 6760
nonEU Year 1 - € 13860
EU Year 2 - € 6440 aa
nonEU Year 2 - € 13200 aa
EU Year 3 - € 2180 vb
nonEU Year 3 - € 6450 vb
aaSecond Year Fee applies to Students in 2nd Year in 2023 and who were a 1st Year Student on the programme in 2022/23
vbThird Year Fee applies to Students in 3rd Year in 2023 and who were a 1st Year Student on the programme in 2021/22
***Fees are subject to change
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| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+An honours undergraduate degree (NFQ level 8) with a minimum upper second class honours or international equivalence in a relevant Engineering, Science or Technology programme. However, all applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and rele...
Hide-An honours undergraduate degree (NFQ level 8) with a minimum upper second class honours or international equivalence in a relevant Engineering, Science or Technology programme. However, all applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and relevant or extensive work experience will be taken into account.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent. For more information please click here.
Students must be working full-time in the Pharma/Biopharma or a related sector.
These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes
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| Comment |
Expand+Vision and Values Statement
The MEngSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering programme provides intensive training in the requisite skills for a professional engineer or scientist in the biopharmaceutical or related sector. The programme provides substantia...
Hide-Vision and Values Statement
The MEngSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering programme provides intensive training in the requisite skills for a professional engineer or scientist in the biopharmaceutical or related sector. The programme provides substantial coverage of the scientific, technical, management and regulatory issues associated with this industry.
The programme's teaching methods are highly interactive and varied and student learning is assessed using a variety of assessment methodology including exams, assignments, case studies and presentations. Students complete a research project which consolidates their basic knowledge of the course content and provides intensive research experience and training. The course content addresses the principal scientific and engineering challenges involved in the design, operation and management of biopharmaceutical production facilities.
It is anticipated that graduates from this programme will play an important role in the development, design and operation of biopharmaceutical processes throughout the industry in the coming years.
Related Programmes
MEngSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering PT
MEngSc Chemical Engineering FT
MSc Biotechnology FT
Facilities and Resources
This programme is closely linked with the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT), which is a global centre of excelllence for training and research in bioprocessing. NIBRT offers a quality training and research experience not previously possible anywhere in the world. At the heart of the NIBRT building is the bioprocessing pilot plant, consisting of extensive upstream, downstream, fill-finish and the associated analytical facilities. These facilities are all operated in a realistic GMP simulated, operational manufacturing environment.
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| Course Summary |
Expand+Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical manufacturing are key sectors in the Irish economy generating over 50 per cent of GDP. This sector has seen continued and sustained success with a number of high-profile investments in recent years providing excel...
Hide-Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical manufacturing are key sectors in the Irish economy generating over 50 per cent of GDP. This sector has seen continued and sustained success with a number of high-profile investments in recent years providing excellent job opportunities for graduates. The programme and its academic faculty are closely linked with the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT), which is a global centre of excellence for training and research in bioprocessing.
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| Course Content |
Expand+MEngSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering
Academic Year 2020/2021
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)
The MEngSc in Biopharmaceutical Engineering programme provides substantial coverage of scientific, technical, management and regulatory issue...
Hide-MEngSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering
Academic Year 2020/2021
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)
The MEngSc in Biopharmaceutical Engineering programme provides substantial coverage of scientific, technical, management and regulatory issues associated with this industry. The aim of this programme is to offer an internationally recognised high-quality flexible curriculum, which follows the latest developments in science and technology. This programme is suitable for Science and Engineering graduates wishing to obtain a qualification which is highly relevant to the biopharmaceutical industry.
Curricular information is subject to change.
Vision and Values Statement
The MEngSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering programme provides intensive training in the requisite skills for a professional engineer or scientist in the biopharmaceutical or related sector. The programme provides substantial coverage of the scientific, technical, management and regulatory issues associated with this industry.
The programme's teaching methods are highly interactive and varied and student learning is assessed using a variety of assessment methodology including exams, assignments, case studies and presentations. Students complete a research project which consolidates their basic knowledge of the course content and provides intensive research experience and training. The course content addresses the principal scientific and engineering challenges involved in the design, operation and management of biopharmaceutical production facilities.
It is anticipated that graduates from this programme will play an important role in the development, design and operation of biopharmaceutical processes throughout the industry in the coming years.
Who should apply?
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
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| Learning Outcomes |
Expand+Programme Outcomes
Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific principles involved in the development of a biopharmaceutical production process
Understand the engineering principles underlying the production of biopharmaceuticals
Demonstra...
Hide-Programme Outcomes
Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific principles involved in the development of a biopharmaceutical production process
Understand the engineering principles underlying the production of biopharmaceuticals
Demonstrate an integrated knowledge of GMP and the regulatory issues involved in biopharmaceutical production
Apply their knowledge of biopharmaceutical production processes to design, equip and manage a biopharmaceutical production factility
Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a design team for the development of a new production facility
Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the challenges involved in the downstream purification of biopharmaceuticals
Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of process control when applied to growth of mammalian cells in bioreactors
Demonstrate an appreciation of the concept and practice of independent research in specialised topics in biopharmaceutical engineering
Apply their knowledge of biopharmaceutical production processes to design, equip and manage a biopharmaceutical production factility
Demonstrate an appreciation of the concept and practice of independent research in specialised topics in biopharmaceutical engineering
Demonstrate an integrated knowledge of GMP and the regulatory issues involved in biopharmaceutical production
Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the challenges involved in the downstream purification of biopharmaceuticals
Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of process control when applied to growth of mammalian cells in bioreactors
Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific principles involved in the development of a biopharmaceutical production process
Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a design team for the development of a new production facility
Understand the engineering principles underlying the production of biopharmaceuticals
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Stage 1 - Option
Bioprocessing Laboratory CHEN40090
Facility Design and Operation CHEN40110
Biopharmaceutical Industry Regulation and Management CHEN40120
Bioprocess Scale-up and Technology Transfer CHEN40130
Biopharmaceutical Engineering Projec...
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Bioprocessing Laboratory CHEN40090
Facility Design and Operation CHEN40110
Biopharmaceutical Industry Regulation and Management CHEN40120
Bioprocess Scale-up and Technology Transfer CHEN40130
Biopharmaceutical Engineering Project CHEN40140
Lean Sigma Biopharma Process CHEN40480
Bioanalytical Science for Biopharma CHEN40630
Commissioning & Qualification CHEN40640
Research Methodologies CHEN40650
Biotechnology & Biopharma CHEN40670
Downstream Processing & Sterile Fill Finish (PT) CHEN40710
Principles of Biopharmaceutical Engineering (PT) CHEN40720
Animal Cell Culture Technology (PT) CHEN40730
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| Number of Credits |
90 |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career & Graduate Study Opportunity
Your career opportunities upon graduation from this programme are exemplary. Ireland is a world player in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical production. The pharmaceutical industry in Ireland comprises a mix of ...
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Your career opportunities upon graduation from this programme are exemplary. Ireland is a world player in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical production. The pharmaceutical industry in Ireland comprises a mix of international and local companies. Approximately, 120 overseas companies have plants in Ireland, including many of the largest pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies in the world including AbbVie, Amgen, Biomarin, BMS, Genzyme, GSK, Janssen Biologics (Ireland), Merck, Novartis, Pfizer, Regeneron, Roche, Sanofi Shire, and many more. Upon graduation from this programme, you will enjoy an extremely high job placement rate with superlative career opportunities.
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| Further Enquiries |
Contact Name: Katie O'Neill
Contact Number: +353 (0)1 716 1781 |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |