Biopharmaceutical Processing - Sligo
Biopharmaceutical Processing involves studying the design, development, and processing of biologics from cell line development to bulk drug substances.
| Award Name | Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
2.5 years (part-time) Online.
Study Hours
3 lectures per week. 3 hours of self-guided study per week.
On-Campus Attendance
No attendance required.
Entry Requirements
This programme is open to students who have obtained an honours degree (Level 8), or its equivalent, in an appropriate discipline (i.e. Engineering or Life Sciences). Other candidates with alternative honours degrees and relevant experience in the BioProcessing industry (typically 5 years duration in a GMP environment) may apply for consideration through the ATU Sligo RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) process. These candidates will be interviewed for suitability and be subject to prior approval by the Programme Board.
Who should apply?
Those already working in the biomanufacturing industry who may wish to advance their career in the sector.
Further information
Total Fees €8496
This programme has been designed to meet the existing and projected needs of the sector and will help produce confident graduates that are technically competent for employment in this industry.
Modules
Legislation and Reg. Affairs
Fermentation and Cell Culture
Processing
Elective: Upstream Processing OR Scale Up and Tech Transfer
Protein Purification
Research Methods
Elective: Downstream
Processing OR Formulation and Delivery Systems
Bioprocessing Thesis
Examination & Assessment
Each module is 100% continuous assessment.
Course Coordinator: Dr Margaret Doherty: admissions.sligo@atu.ie
Student Advisor: Mary Tully: mary.tully@atu.ie