Program Overview

Engineering - Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Engineering

Course Fact File

Course Outline

The Part-Time Master of Engineering Science (MEngSc) in Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Engineering is a unique offering of the discipline of Process and Chemical Engineering designed to provide participants with a formal qualification in areas of particular topical interest to the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industry.

Course Structure

This programme is principally organised to accommodate part-time students who are working in industry. The programme comprises 60 credits of taught modules, comprising both mandatory and elective modules and 30 credits of a research thesis.

Modules

• PE6010 Pharmaceutical Engineering (5 credits) by industry lecturers from MSD
• PE6011 Biopharmaceutical Engineering (5 credits) by NIBRT
• PE6013 Powder and Particle Technology and Unit Operations (5 credits)
• PE6004 Biopharmaceutical Support Systems (5 credits) by industry lecturer from PM Group
• PE6018 Pharmaceutical Process Validation and Quality (5 credits) by industry lecturer from Eli Lilly
• PE6019 Process Analytical Technology (5 credits)
• CM6010 Introductory Pharmaceutical Chemistry (5 credits)
• PE6012 Pharmaceutical Process Equipment, Materials and Mechanical Design (5 credits)
• PE6016 Pharmaceutical Industry: Manufacturing and Optimisation (5 credits)
• PE6026 Project Engineering - From Concept to Completion (5 credits) by industry lecturer from PM Group
• PE6022 Aseptic Manufacturing Design (5 credits) by industry lecturer from Janssen
• PE6024 Advanced Process Design and Safety Engineering (5 credits) by industry lecturer from Flemings Professionals
• PE6027 Advanced Biopharmaceutical Engineering (5 credits) by industry lecturer from Eli Lilly

Research Thesis in Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Engineering (30 credits)

The MEngSc in Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Engineering comprises a research thesis or work-related research project (PE6021), worth 30 credits, carried out primarily in an industry or academic research laboratory between May and August during one academic year.

Post Graduate Diploma (PGDip) in Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Engineering

Students who achieve 40% in each individual taught module but fail to achieve the requisite grade of 50% across the taught modules, or students who pass all taught modules and do not wish to complete the Research Dissertation, may opt to exit the programme and be conferred with a Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Engineering.

Individual Modules or MicroCredits

Candidates who satisfy the programme eligibility criteria may, subject to the approval of the Programme Coordinator, be permitted to take individual modules, as part of UCC's commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and be provided with a relevant transcript of marks.

Why Choose This Course

The enormous need for Engineers to work in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and medical devices industries has been well documented in recent years. This course offers you the opportunity to develop an engineering-based understanding of processes and production in a formal manner.

Who Should Apply

The aim of this (NFQ level 9) programme is to provide upskilling/re-skilling opportunities for working professionals in the Engineering and Manufacturing sectors.

Requirements

Applicants must have a BE (Hons) or BEng (Hons) Degree or equivalent engineering qualification, with a minimum Second-Class Honours Grade II, or a level 8 BSc degree, with a minimum grade Second Class Honours Grade II, where the BSc graduate has a recognised qualification in process or Chemical Engineering.

Fees and Costs

See the Postgraduate EU and Non-EU (International) Fee Schedule for the latest information.

How to Apply

1. Check dates
2. Gather documents
3. Apply online