| Course Name |
Bioprocessing - Blended |
| Course Provider |
TUS - Limerick Campuses |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
TUS - Technological University of the Shannon |
| Course Code |
111216 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
More info..
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Special Purpose |
Technological University of the Shannon |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
8 months
Delivery
TBC for 2022
Lectures online 7 hours per week.
NIBRT Bioprocessing Practical: NIBRT Dublin & Online (due to Covid 19 restrictions) (blocked 10 x 6hr)
Laboratory Practicals: 5 days x 6hr blocked laboratory session delivery in December & May (15%)
Online: ?7hr lectures per week (60%) and some of NIBRT component (6hr every 2nd week) due to Covid restrictions ( Lectures 60%, total with NIBRT 80% if delivered online which is most likely) |
| Course Fee |
Course Fees
€5,625
This programme was 100% Springboard funded in 2021 for all successful applicants. |
| Entry Requirements |
What are the entry requirements?
Leaving Certificate or equivalent. Please list on your online application.
Applicants who do not meet the above entry requirements may be admitted to the programme if they have attained appropriate experience and thresholds deemed equivalent, on the recommendation of the Institute. |
| Course Content |
Expand+This programme aims to equip the students with a specialised knowledge of Biopharmaceutical production and the necessary support skills in Bioprocessing, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Cleanroom & Asceptic Techniques and Cell Biology.
Career d...
Hide-This programme aims to equip the students with a specialised knowledge of Biopharmaceutical production and the necessary support skills in Bioprocessing, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Cleanroom & Asceptic Techniques and Cell Biology.
Career development and work preparation skills will also be included.
What will the time commitment be?
Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college. The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study. You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.
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| Subjects Taught |
What modules will I study?
Modules Bioprocessing (5 credits)
Cell Biology (10 credits)
Good Manufacturing Practice (5 credits)
NIBRT Bioprocessing Practical (10 credits) |
| Assessment Method |
The modules will be assessed by a combination of Continuous Assessment and Final Examination papers. |
| Number of Credits |
Qualification
Certificate in Science in Bioprocessing (Special Purpose Award, Level 6, 30 Credits) |
| Further Enquiries |
For queries relating to the course:-
Contact: Department of Flexible Learning
LIT Moylish, Tel: 061293055
Email: Springboard@lit.ie
For academic queries:
Contact: Dr Ann Murray
Email: ann.murphy@lit.ie |
| Location |
Blended |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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