YOUR BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING MASTER’S PROGRAM
Do you have a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy or a similar subject? Would you like to work at the interface between chemistry and engineering and have an affinity for technology and process optimization? Then the English-taught master’s in Biochemical Engineering (M.Eng.) is the right course for you.
You can tailor your program according to your specific interests. In addition, depending on your academic background and professional experience, you can decide whether you want to study in four semesters and specialize intensively for your professional goals, or graduate after one year in a fast track. You can find more information about the fast track master’s program here:
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Career prospects with your study program
With your expertise in biochemical processes, process optimization, and sustainable engineering practices, you are e.g. equipped to work in interdisciplinary, international environments, contributing to innovative projects in both industrial and scientific settings. Your strong foundation in regulatory affairs, GMP standards, and business administration also enables you to assume leadership and compliance roles within your industries.
Once you have successfully completed your master’s degree in Biochemical Engineering (M.Sc.), there are many career opportunities open to you. Potential industries and roles include:
- Process engineering
- Pharmaceuticals
- Chemical industries
- Quality assurance
- Process automation
- Environmental engineering
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Your study program in detail
During your studies, you will acquire comprehensive and specialized knowledge of biochemical processes, bioprocess design and the application of engineering principles to biological systems. The course combines theoretical content with practical skills. This will give you the best possible preparation for a wide range of professional activities in biotechnology, pharmacy and the environment – including at an international level.
The master’s in Biochemical Engineering (M.Eng.) equips you with the necessary know-how in core areas such as chemical and biochemical engineering as well as mechanical process engineering and reaction kinetics. You will carry out independent scientific projects and also learn to apply engineering practices. Furthermore, you will learn to apply GMP and regulatory standards relevant to (bio)chemical processes and implement your practical expertise in analytical methods of biochemical process engineering. You will acquire advanced methodological knowledge of engineering practices in an industrial context. Topics in your study program include, among others:
- Biochemical Process Engineering I
- Mechanical Process Engineering and Fluid Mechanics
- Biomedical and Statistical Data Science
- Thermal Process Engineering
- Process Optimization and Statistical Design of Experiments
- Business Administration for Chemists
- Upstream and Downstream Processing
- Good Manufacturing Practice and Regulatory Affairs
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Admission requirements
To be admitted to the master’s study program Biochemical Engineering (M.Sc.) at Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, you need to fulfil the following requirements:
You need a bachelor’s degree with at least 180 credit points or an equivalent qualification in a chemistry-related field of study (e.g. analytical chemistry, chemistry, pharmacy, physics, biology).
You are either a native speaker of English or can provide proof of 85 points in the TOEFL iBT test, an IELTS score of 6.0 points, or a Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English with at least grade B.
