Master of Engineering Science - Engineering - Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Systems (MENEPB)

The Full-Time Master of Engineering Science (MEngSc) in Engineering in Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Systems is a unique offering within the discipline of Process and Chemical Engineering, designed to provide participants with an advanced qualification in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical processing. This programme covers all aspects of modern pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing, including product containment, powder/particle technology, design of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) and secondary production facilities, current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), design of classified facilities, aseptic processing facility design, utilities and services, data analysis, process validation, sustainability, and management in manufacturing.

Modules are delivered not only by academics from University College Cork (UCC), but also by lecturers from leading industries such as Eli Lilly, Pfizer, and PM Group, as well as the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT) in Dublin. These experts provide hands-on training and insights into state-of-the-art pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes and practices.