MSc in Bioprocess Engineering
A hands-on master’s programme blending academic expertise with industry experience in biopharmaceutical and bioprocess technologies.
Best for:Best for graduates or industry professionals with a background in science or engineering who want to specialise in bioprocessing, particularly those aiming to move into biopharmaceutical manufacturing or related fields.
Overview
The MSc in Bioprocess Engineering at Dublin City University is designed for students and professionals seeking to transition from small-molecule manufacturing to biopharmaceuticals. Delivered by a mix of academic and industry experts, the programme offers flexibility with full-time or part-time study options. A key highlight is a week-long in-person module at the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training, providing practical, real-world experience. The curriculum is tailored for both fresh graduates with relevant degrees and industry professionals with significant experience, ensuring a diverse and skilled cohort.
What you'll do
- Develop and apply knowledge of bioprocess engineering principles to design and optimise biopharmaceutical production processes.
- Engage in practical, hands-on training through modules at the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training.
- Collaborate with industry experts to understand real-world challenges and solutions in bioprocessing.
- Conduct research or projects that bridge academic theory with industrial applications in bioprocess technology.
- Participate in group work and case studies to solve complex bioprocess engineering problems.
- Develop skills in process modelling, simulation, and scale-up strategies for bioprocesses.
Requirements
Degree required: Honours degree (minimum Second Class Honours Grade 2) in Science or Engineering, or equivalent industrial experience.
Language: English; proficiency sufficient for academic study and communication in an English-speaking environment
Instruction: English
- Basic understanding of chemical or biochemical engineering principles
- Problem-solving skills applicable to bioprocess engineering challenges
- Ability to work in a team and collaborate with industry professionals
- Interest in transitioning from small-molecule manufacturing to biopharmaceuticals
- Open to fresh graduates with an honours degree in Science or Engineering (minimum Second Class Honours Grade 2).
- Applicants without an honours degree but with significant relevant industrial experience (typically more than three years) may be considered.
- Applicants with non-honours degrees should contact the Programme Chair to discuss eligibility before applying.
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Applicants must apply through the university’s online application portal. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying. If you do not hold an honours degree but have significant relevant industrial experience, contact the Programme Chair to discuss your eligibility prior to applying.
- CV/Resume
- Academic transcripts (if applicable)
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Letter of intent or personal statement
- Reference letters (if required)
- Proof of relevant industrial experience (if applicable)
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