Science of Biotechnological Manufacturing Operations

Special Purpose Award

Type of Programme
Part-time
Duration
1 Year
Course Code
CR_ESBMO_6
Entry Requirements
See details below
Application Deadline
4th September 2023
Location(s)
MTU Bishopstown Campus, Cork
Course NFQ Level
Level 6

Olivia Flynn

Email: (email)

Overview

This award aims to introduce the participants to basic concepts of chemistry such as structures, bonding and their relationship to chemical properties. The industrial biotechnology content includes environmental biotechnology, biopharmaceutical engineering, bioreactor design and bioprocess design considerations. The programme is designed for existing employees or potential new recruits in the Biopharmaceutical, Pharmaceutical, and Medical Devices, and Food industries who would like an accredited qualification. The programme has two modules, namely Chemical Principles (semester 1), and Introduction to Industrial Biotechnology (semester 2).

Course Delivery

The programme is delivered in one academic year. One module per semester.

Semester 1: Starting 12th September: Tuesday evenings 6pm and Wed/Thurs evening ( x 4 ) in October/November 6pm

Semester 2: Tuesday evenings 6pm

Award

Special Purposed Award - Certificate in Science of Biotechnological Manufacturing Operations (Level 6, 10 ECTs, on the National Framework of Qualifications)

 

Modules

What is a Module?

A module is a standalone unit of learning and assessment and is completed within one semester. A full-time student will normally study six modules in each semester; part-time and ACCS (Accumulation of Credits and Certification of Subjects) students will have flexibility as to the number of modules taken.

The button below provides a link to all of the University's approved modules for this programme.

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Entry Requirements

Applications are welcome from persons over 23 years of age by 1 January of year of entry. Leaving Certificate Grade O6/H7 (pre. 2017, D3 Ordinary Level) in five subjects to include Mathematics and English. Alternative Mathematics does not qualify applicants on this basis. Other examinations/qualifications taken such as GCE/ GCSE, trade/craft exams are considered.

 

What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.

Fees

€1,000 (€500 per 5 credit module x 2 modules)

 

Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €500 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee. 

Note: You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button, you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you, and you wish to accept it.

Progression

Credits and Certificates are awarded for each module passed, allowing participants to gain credits at level 6. They may be used for advanced entry to the BSc in GMP and Technology.

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