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5. PE6027: Advanced Biopharmaceutical Engineering

Course Fact File

Code	PE6027
Duration	12 weeks
Teaching Mode	Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info.
NFQ Level	Level 9
Fees	€1,000 See Fees and Costs for full details.
Closing Date	4 Dec 2026
Venue	Blended delivery.
Credits	5
Start Date	23 Jan 2027

Outline

Module Goal

To develop a framework for the design of the upstream and downstream production process of bio-pharmaceuticals, through the use of novel approaches/technologies.

Module Content

• This advanced, highly specialised micro-credential supports the learner in acquiring industry standard skills such as: Define a production process to operate with flexibility in order to effectively facilitate efficient technological transfers and production process.
• Integrate an upstream and downstream production process into a commercial facility layout through incorporation of state-of-the-art technologies for biopharmaceutical processing e.g. disposable technology, process analytical technology, QbD, thereby increasing speed to risk reduction milestones
• Design a production suite to align personnel, equipment and material flows with the existing procedures, facility layout and process support areas to minimise impact on other processes.
• Define a production process to operate with flexibility in order to effectively facilitate efficient technological transfers and production process.
• Integrate an upstream and downstream production process into a commercial facility layout through incorporation of state-of-the-art technologies for biopharmaceutical processing e.g. disposable technology, process analytical technology, QbD, thereby increasing speed to risk reduction milestones
• Design a production suite to align personnel, equipment and material flows with the existing procedures, facility layout and process support areas to minimise impact on other processes.

Additional Teaching Mode Information

• 1 x 4hr(s) lectures
• 1 x 8hr(s) tutorials
• 1 x 12hr(s) problem-based learning

In person lecture/tutorial date

Date	Time	Location
Saturday 23 January	9am - 1pm	Electrical Engineering Building ELECT_L2
Saturday 20 February	9am - 4pm	Cummins_1.02_SID

Practicalities

Continuous Assessment - 100 marks

• Assignment - short questions - 30 marks.
• Assignment - 70 marks.

Why Choose

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

1. Define a production process to operate with flexibility in order to effectively facilitate efficient technological transfers and production process.

2. Integrate an upstream and downstream production process into a commercial facility layout through incorporation of state-of-the-art technologies for biopharmaceutical processing e.g. disposable technology, process analytical technology, QbD, thereby increasing speed to risk reduction milestones

3. Design a production suite to align personnel, equipment and material flows with the existing procedures, facility layout and process support areas to minimise impact on other processes.

Requirements

This micro-credential is  organised to accommodate part-time students who are working in industry looking to upskill or reskill in this specialist area. The micro-credential offers graduates working in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industry as well as students and professionals with basic engineering backgrounds/experience the opportunity to further develop their skill set and employability across a wider range of roles in the industry through enhanced continuing professional development.

Fees and Costs

€1,000

How To Apply

To Apply for this course please follow the steps below:

1. Create and account/login to UCC Apply by clicking the Apply Online button below.
2. Start a new application - you must choose Adult & Continuing Education
3. On the tab Academic Level, select the following options:
   • Academic Level: Adult Continuing Education (ACE at UCC)
   • Course Type:  Microcredentials
   • Academic Programme: Programme Title

To obtain a step-by-step application guide with visual prompts, please contact the Programme Coordinator.