Biopharmaceutical Science - Sligo
This programme in Biopharmaceutical Science aims to provide students with the knowledge, know-how, training and practical experience to enable them to gain employment in the Biopharmaceutical or Biomedical industries.
| Award Name | Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time, online.
Study Hours
Students can expect to have 3 hours of live lectures per week. It is recommended that students should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5-credit module to your studies.
On-Campus Attendance
Students are required to travel to NIBRT for two days practical training per semester for the Cell Culture, Protein Purification and Bioanalytical Techniques Practical (elective) module.
Entry Requirements
Applicants require a Level 6 qualification of 120 credits on the NFQ (Higher Certificate) in Science or in a cognate area. Applicants who may not have the aforementioned qualifications but who may have relevant industrial experience (typically 5 years duration in a GMP environment) may apply for consideration through the ATU Sligo RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) process.
Further information
Total Fees €6,000
One of the key features of the programme is that it combines cutting-edge skills in Biopharmaceutical Science and Medical Biotechnology with an understanding of the legislative and quality control system framework which underpins the industry. A number of the modules incorporate hands-on, laboratory work at the stateof- the-art, NIBRT facility in Dublin.
Who should apply?
Graduates from this programme can expect to find employment in the Biopharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Diagnostics or Pharmaceutical, sectors as well as more broadly in the area of analytical science.
Modules
Biopharmaceutical Quality Systems
Bioanalytical Techniques L7 Theory [E]
Bioprocess Engineering Theory [E]
Bioprocess Engineering Practical [E]
Bioanalytial Techniques L7 Practical [E]
Lean Sigma
Biopharmaceutical Validation
Biocontamination Control
Cell Culture Processing Level 7
Facilites And Utilities
Protein Purification L7
Formulation And Fill-finish
[E] = Elective Module. Modules subject to availability.
Examination & Assessment
There is a blend of continuous assessment and terminal examinations for the course.
Course Coordinator: Mary Butler: admissions.sligo@atu.ie
Student Advisor: Michelle Moore: michelle.moore@atu.ie