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MSc/PGDip Advanced Chemical Engineering with Bioprocessing

The Advanced Chemical Engineering with Bioprocessing programme from the University of Birmingham explores advanced chemical engineering topics with an emphasis on bioprocessing – using biological systems to produce useful products.

Quick Facts

  
Duration: 1 year (Full-Time)
2-3 years (Part-Time)
Starting in: September
Tuition Fee: £26,640 per year (MSc)
£17,760 per year (PGDip)
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

This Advanced Chemical Engineering with Bioprocessing programme from University of Birmingham focuses on exploring the key aspects of bioprocessing and chemical engineering that we can use to answer these three questions. Core modules will give you an advanced understanding of bioprocessing and chemical engineering principles. Optional modules will allow you to develop expertise in specialist areas.

The research project (MSc only) will allow you to undertake independent research with world-leading research teams within the school. Our graduates are well prepared for a career in a variety of industries and have an opportunity to capitalise on the growing global demand for biochemical engineers and chemical engineers in many sectors.

Courses included:

  • Bioscience for Graduates of other disciplines
  • Process Engineering
  • Applied Synthetic Biology
  • Bioseparations
  • Cell Factories
  • Measurement, Sensors and Design of Experiments
  • Non-ideal materials
  • Research Project

“The transition from undergrad to postgrad can be a big step up in terms of workload and what is expected of you, but there is so much support available to you as a postgrad student, from academic writing support (if you’ve been out of education for a few years or just want a bit of extra help) to mental health and wellbeing services. The careers support is fantastic – the uni puts on employer fairs throughout the year and you have access to one on one support from the Careers Network team, who can help you develop your skills ready for your next step!”

Emma Sutton // PhD Psychology

Why study this course?

  • In this course we will explore the major benefits of bioprocessing within the broader context of chemical engineering. You will study the production and purification of biopharmaceuticals as well as other bioproduction processes. You will also develop understanding of formulated products and how they can be characterised. The course will equip you to join the bioprocessing and chemical engineering industries in multiple sectors.
  • The optional modules will allow further specialisation in areas of your interest including pharmaceuticals, healthcare technologies, engineering business, food and energy.
  • Teaching is led by our world-leading research in chemical engineering, and during the research project students work within research groups on an original research project.
  • Birmingham has been challenging and developing great minds for more than a century. With over 35,000 students and 7,000 staff, today we are one of the world’s leading universities. Characterised by a tradition of innovation, research at the University has broken new ground, pushed forward the boundaries of knowledge and made an impact on people’s lives – a tradition that this programme proudly continues.

Requirements

You should have, or expect to obtain, a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject (eg, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Biochemistry with sufficient Mathematics). 

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