Das Master-Studium
Do you hold a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy, or a related field? Are you interested in working at the intersection of chemistry and engineering, with a passion for technology and process optimization? If that is the case, the English-taught master’s program in Biochemical Engineering (M.Eng.) is the perfect choice for you.
You have the opportunity to customize your program to suit your personal interests. Based on your academic background and professional experience, you can choose to study over four semesters for an in-depth specialization that caters to your career objectives, or you can opt for an accelerated one-year track to graduate more quickly. For more information on the fast track master’s program, click here.
Job opportunities
After having successfully completed your master’s degree in Biochemical Engineering (M.Sc.), a wide range of career opportunities will be waiting you. Possible industries and positions include:
- Process engineering
- Research and development
- Quality assurance
- Process automation
- Biotechnology
- Pharmaceuticals
- Environmental engineering
- Chemical industries
Program Details
The master’s program in Biochemical Engineering (M.Eng.) provides essential knowledge in chemical and biochemical engineering, mechanical process engineering, and reaction kinetics. You will engage in independent scientific projects and learn to apply engineering practices while adhering to GMP and regulatory standards pertinent to (bio)chemical processes. Additionally, you'll gain practical expertise in analytical methods and acquire advanced engineering methodologies relevant to industrial settings.
Key topics in your program include:
- Biochemical Process Engineering I
- Mechanical Process Engineering and Fluid Mechanics
- Biomedical and Statistical Data Science
- Thermal Process Engineering
- Process Optimization and Statistical Design of Experiments
- Business Administration for Chemists
- Upstream and Downstream Processing
- Good Manufacturing Practice and Regulatory Affairs
Entrance requirements
To be eligible for the master’s program in Biochemical Engineering (M.Sc.) at Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, you must meet certain requirements. You should have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 180 credit points or an equivalent qualification in a chemistry-related area (such as analytical chemistry, chemistry, pharmacy, physics, or biology). Additionally, you need to be either a native English speaker or demonstrate proficiency with a TOEFL iBT score of at least 85, an IELTS score of 6.0, or a Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English with a minimum grade of B.
Program start
Winter semester
Application time
possible all year round
Tuition fee
880,00 € monthly
*an additional application fee may apply
