Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing - Galway

ATU Galway / Mayo

Course code
GA_SBIOG_V09
QQI level
Level 9
NFQ type
Level 9 NFQ
Duration
15 months full-time/part-time, blended delivery. Study Hours Lectures and tutorials will be delivered live online and will also be recorded. On-Campus Attendance Learners who take the elective module in Biopharmaceutical Science will be expected to be on-site for a 2 day practical workshop in December.
Attendance
Blended
CAO points
Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
Galway
NFQ Level 9

Course summary

Learners will develop both critical research skills in biopharmaceutical science and in-depth understanding of the quality processes involved in the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals products.

The Masters programme will be delivered using a blended learning approach.

The MSc in Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing will develop in-depth knowledge of biologics manufacturing and skills relevant to the biopharmaceutical sector through the delivery of a suite of modules, including: Advanced Biopharmaceutical Science, Bioprocessing Technology, Validation for Biopharmaceuticals, Design and Analysis of Experiments and Six Sigma Management. A choice of elective will be offered from the following: Biopharmaceutical Science, Immunology, Immunotherapeutics and Vaccine Technology, and Biopharmaceutical Facilities.

Learning Approach

-Blended learning

-Project-based learning

-Team-Based Learning

-Self-Directed and Flexible Learning

-Industry speakers and Networking events