Bioprocessing - Online

Who is this course for?

For graduates (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Materials, Nanotechnology, etc.) who wish to increase their skills with an understanding of applied physics and knowledge of the physical principles underlying material properties, and the operation of processes and equipment, both for the research and high technology sectors. Applications from other graduates who have a sufficient mathematical element in their primary degree in addition to other relevant technical background are considered as well. The programme is also very successful for graduates from BSc of Science with concurrent Teacher Education programmes.



Key programme benefits to future students

* Measurements and characterizations are key to sustaining progresses in physics, and in applying physics to the development of products and new applications. The students in the programme are taught the fundamental principles and demonstrated a comprehensive series of characterization instruments relevant to materials.

* Data processing and creation of data summary and figures are important in both research and industry fields. Large datasets are today readily obtained but the drawing of useful conclusions from these requires practical knowledge in computer-based analysis, including AI-based, and presentation. Those skills are refined here with dedicated coursework.

* The students develop, execute and report on a research project within either one of the research groups in the department and in the Bernal Institute, or with an industrial partner. Continuous assessment of the project ensures personal initiatives and ownership of the project, proper coverage of literature, development of excellent skills in data conservation, research ethics, project design, data analysis and reporting, as well as presentation.

Bioprocessing

Autumn Modules

• Advanced Cell Biology

• Advanced Biophysical Characterisation Techniques

• Biopharmaceuticals: From concept to product

• Predictive Biomolecular Modelling Tools

• Experimental Design & Research methodology



Spring Modules

• Scientific Communication & Literature Review

• Bioprocess Safety

• Regulatory Affairs in Biopharma

• Upstream Processing

• Downstream Processing



Summer Module

• Bioprocessing project

Applicants should normally have a primary degree (Level 8 - NFQ or other internationally recognised equivalent) with a minimum second class hons, in a relevant branch of science or engineering (e.g., Chemistry, Physics, Biotechnology, Environmental, Food or Materials Science, Mechanical, Environmental or Food Engineering).



Applicants who do not meet the requirements above may be considered under the University of Limerick Recognition of Prior Learning policy.

1 year full-time or 2 years part-time. Online.