
Overview
In the Biochemical Engineering programme at University College London students will develop advanced engineering skills (such as bioprocess design, bioreactor engineering, downstream processing), state of the art life science techniques (such as molecular biology, vaccine development, microfluidics) and essential business and regulatory knowledge (such as management, quality control, commercialisation).
Employability
The rapid advancements in biology and the life sciences create a need for highly trained, multidisciplinary graduates possessing technical skills and a fundamental understanding of both the biological and engineering aspects relevant to modern industrial bioprocesses. Consequently, UCL biochemical engineers are in high demand due to their breadth of expertise, numerical ability and problem-solving skills. The first destinations of those who graduate from the Master's programme in biochemical engineering reflect the highly relevant nature of the training delivered.
Approximately three-quarters of our graduates elect either to take up employment in the relevant biotechnology industries or study for a PhD or an EngD, while the remainder follow careers in the management, financial or engineering design sectors.
Accreditation
Our MSc is accredited by the Institute of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Vaccine Bioprocess Development
- Industrial Synthetic Biology
- Bio-microfluidics and Microsystems Engineering
- Environmental Systems
- Process Dynamics and Control
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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The programme may remain open if places are still available after 31 March and will be closed as soon as it is full or by 30 June
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Disciplines
Bio & Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Biochemistry View 213 other Masters in Biochemistry in United KingdomExplore more key information
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English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Normal entry requirements are at least a second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or the equivalent from an approved overseas institution.
- Candidates offering recent industrial experience are also encouraged to apply. As with any engineering discipline numeracy skills are important for the quantitative description of biological and physical phenomena.
- Evidence of numerical ability is requested as either an A level in Mathematics (or in exceptional cases, in Physics) or some mathematics studied at university. The department provides mathematics tutoring for Master's students throughout the year adjusted to a candidate's ability.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
35000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 35000 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
18000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18000 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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