Biopharmaceutical Science - Sligo
This postgraduate programme in Biopharmaceutical Science aims to provide students with a comprehensive grounding in critical aspects of Biopharmaceutical Processing and Support Services, with specific focus on the product lifecycle of Biopharmaceutical products and processes. This programme is jointly offered by ATU Sligo and NIBRT.
| Award Name | Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time, online.
On-Campus Attendance
Depending on elective selected, two-day attendance at NIBRT Dublin, per semester.
Entry Requirements
The 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 RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) process.
Further information
Total Fees €9,996
Modules
Fermentation & Cell Culture
Research Methods Biopharma
Bioanalytical Techniques
Biocontamination Monitoring
and Control
Biopharma Process Validation
Lean Sigma for Biopharma
Fermentation and Cell Culture
Process
Protein Purification Processing
Legislation and Regulatory
Affairs
For the full list of Elective Modules, refer to the programme web page.
Course Coordinator: Mary Butler: admissions.sligo@atu.ie
Student Advisor: Michelle Moore: michelle.moore@atu.ie