Biopharmaceutical Sciences - Bioprocess Development Concentration (MS)

Graduates of the Master of Science (MS) program in Biopharmaceutical Sciences will be able to:

1. Identify important scientific questions and technological goals in chemical and biomolecular engineering, in particular from the perspective of the Biopharmaceutical industry.

2. Critically analyze and evaluate chemical and biomolecular engineering data.

3. Communicate orally and in writing effectively with a diverse range of audiences.

4. Work independently and with others and lead multidisciplinary teams.

5. Understand the impact of chemical and biomolecular research in modern society, considering the public's welfare and cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.

Program Policy Document:

Please see the Program Policy Document for more information.

Requirements for the Degree:

Students entering the Biopharmaceutical Sciences Master’s with a background in chemical engineering are expected to start the program with basic competency in the life sciences, such as through taking an undergraduate introductory course in cell biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry. Eight core courses (17 credits), electives (6-8 credits), and internship credits (5-7) are required as specified. Students may be required to take CHEG 500 in addition to the requirements below.

Core Requirements

17 Credits.

CHEG 607 - Modeling, Analysis, and Acquisition of Data Credit(s): 2
or
CHEG 807 - Advanced Modeling, Analysis, and Acquisition of Data Credit(s): 2
CHEG 609 - Communication and Leadership Credit(s): 1
CHEG 620 - Advanced Biochemical Engineering Credit(s): 3
CHEG 661 - Introduction to the Bioprocess Industry Credit(s): 3
CHEG 662 - Bioprocess Systems Analysis Credit(s): 1
CHEG 663 - Downstream Bioprocessing Credit(s): 3
CHEG 664 - Bioprocess Engineering in Practice Credit(s): 2
CHEG 803 - Advanced Scientific Communication Credit(s): 2

Electives

6-8 Credits.

BISC 602 - Molecular Biology of Animal Cells Credit(s): 3
BISC 609 - Molecular Biology of the Cell Credit(s): 3
BISC 612 - Advanced Cell Biology Credit(s): 3
BISC 654 - Biochemical Genetics Credit(s): 3
BISC 671 - Cellular and Molecular Immunology Credit(s): 4
BISC 682 - Bacterial Pathogens: Molecular Mechanisms Credit(s): 3
BISC 690 - Fundamentals of Pharmacology Credit(s): 3
BMEG 661 - Cell Engineering Credit(s): 3
BMEG 662 - Introduction to Nanomedicine Credit(s): 3
BMEG 695 - Computational System Biology Credit(s): 3
CHEG 621 - Metabolic Engineering Credit(s): 3
CHEG 648 - Biomaterials for Drug and Gene Delivery Credit(s): 3
MSEG 628 - Macromolecular Design & Bioconjugations Credit(s): 3

Internship

5-7 Credits.

CHEG 665 - Bioprocess Design Internship Credit(s): 1-2