MSc in Bioprocess Engineering

Dublin City University

Ireland, Dublin

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Dublin City University

Ireland , Dublin

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

DC734

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines12-Jan-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

EUR 23,000 / year

Next Intake 12-Jan-2026

MSc in Bioprocess Engineering

About

Overview

This course is delivered by academic and industry experts, and you can choose to study full-time or part-time. Either way, you’ll get to do a week-long in-person module at the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training.

During the course, you’ll learn more about the conceptual and factual bases for bioprocess design and operation. You’ll also gain a deep understanding of bioprocessing, particularly the structures, roles and experimental methods associated with biopharmaceuticals, as well as study production methods and technology for bioprocess monitoring and control.

Grow your skills with an award-winning course
DCU's School of Biotechnology delivers this award winning course in conjunction with Trinity College's School of Pharmacy, the National Institute for Bioprocess Research and Training, and several external industry experts. The programme is delivered through in-person lectures and class attendance, although not mandatory, is expected and highly recommended.

As a graduate, you’ll have a thorough understanding of best practice in Ireland’s rapidly-growing biopharmaceutical sector. And you’ll be highly sought after for roles in the biopharmaceutical, pharma, chemical and brewing industries.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

General Entry Requirements

This programme is targeted at industry based students or anyone who wishes to move from small molecule manufacturing to bio-pharma. For example, in cases where a student has more than three years industry experience in a related field.

The programme will be open to fresh graduates and those currently working in industry with an honours degree (minimum second class honours grade 2) in Science or Engineering.
Applicants who do not hold an honours degree but have significant relevant industrial experience will also be considered, and should contact the Programme Chair to discuss this before applying.
Candidates who are non-native speakers of English must satisfy the University of their competency in the English language. More information about DCU's English language requirements can be found here.

English Program Requirements

In the case of all applications, evidence MUST be provided of competence in the English Language. The list below indicates the minimum standards in the English language, which should be met for entry to the postgraduate taught programmes in the Faculty of Engineering and Computing.

EXAMINATION	MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
IELTS ACADEMIC	Overall score 6.5 or above, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components. *Scores must be achieved in one sitting.
TOEFL	Overall score 580.
CBTOEFL	Overall score 237.
TOEFL iBT	Overall score 92 or above.
English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP)	C1
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CAP)	Postgraduate: Overall score of 180 with a minimum of 169 in all components
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE)	Postgraduate: Overall score of 180 with a minimum of 169 in all components
Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic)	63 with a minimum of 59 in all components.
Duolingo	Duolingo will be accepted with a minimum score of 120 and a score of at least 110 in each subscore. Please ensure the verification link is provided when submitting this evidence and you share your results with DCU.

Additional Notes:

1. English language certificates must be awarded within two years prior to the start date of your DCU programme.

2. English Language requirements for individual programmes may be higher than published here. Please refer to the programme page for further details.

3. All scores on your English language proficiency test must be achieved in one sitting.

Career

Careers & Further Options

Careers

As a MSc graduate you will be able to further your career with a thorough understanding of best-practice in Ireland's rapidly-growing biopharmaceutical industry.

This is a highly skilled sector and graduates are in demand by all companies in the biopharmaceutical industry. It will also help you to advance your career with your current employer.

DCU Career Services

"DCU graduates are highly sought after by employers. Our Graduates work in environments ranging from large multinationals to SMEs, family businesses and start-ups across every sector.

DCU Careers Service has a number of learning and development initiatives in place for our students, giving them the skills they need for a successful career path."

Go to our Careers site to find out more about career planning, our mentorship programme, skills development and online resources for students when working on CVs and making applications.