Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
4 Semester
120 ECTS
750,00 € monthly + 70,00 € per month (non-EU)
(Tipps zur Finanzierung).
Full Time.
lectures entirely in english.
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Your Master’s Program: Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
If you hold a Bachelor's degree in pharmaceutics, chemistry, or biology and wish to further your knowledge to take on specialist and management roles in the pharmaceutical industry, our Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Master's program is the ideal fit for you.
This four-semester program is designed to provide you with extensive knowledge and valuable skills essential for the biopharmaceutical industry. The program covers the entire value chain, from molecular structures and properties to the basic principles of good manufacturing practice (GMP) and regulatory affairs in the closely regulated environment of the pharmaceutical industry.
By the end of the program, you’ll have developed a deep understanding of the intricacies of the biopharmaceutical industry and the skills necessary to excel in your career. You’ll be equipped with knowledge of the latest developments in the field, including emerging technologies and innovative techniques.
Overall, the Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Master's program is an excellent choice for those seeking to advance their careers in the pharmaceutical industry. With a comprehensive curriculum and practical experience, you’ll be well prepared to take on specialist and management positions in this exciting and rapidly evolving field.
Program Details
The Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Master's program offered by Hochschule Fresenius is designed to equip you with comprehensive knowledge and skills essential for a career in the pharmaceutical biotechnology industry.
Firstly, you’ll gain a solid understanding of the pharmaceutical industry through courses on the pharmaceutical industry or manufacturing practices, and will learn how to work with technical equipment. You’ll also gain an in-depth understanding of the manufacturing process of pharmaceuticals.
Secondly, the program will provide you with practical skills and knowledge of scientific methods, including biopharmaceutical analysis techniques. You’ll also learn about pharmacology and toxicology of biopharmaceuticals, and how to apply data science methods in this field.
Lastly, the program includes management courses to develop your leadership skills, such as project management, and professional communication and presentation.
This Master’s program is designed to provide you with an in-depth education in all relevant skills for a career in the field of pharmaceutical biotechnology. In order to achieve this, your classes will focus on three main areas spread over four semesters.
Coursework includes:
Pharmaceutical industry
Introduction to the pharmaceutical industry
Sterile process and plant engineering
Good manufacturing practice
Upstream processing and bioseparation
Downstream processing
Qualification of technical equipment
Pharmaceutical process validation
Scientific methods
Biopharmaceutical analysis (e.g. ELISA, chromatography, mass spectrometry)
Pharmacology and toxicology of biopharmaceuticals
Laboratory work
Data science for pharmaceutical biotechnology
Biochemical process engineering
Management
Project management
Lean management and six sigma
Professional communication and presentation
Since this program has a practical approach, you’ll have ample opportunities to engage in hands-on work in our state-of-the-art laboratories.
Career Prospects
Biopharmaceuticals are playing an increasingly significant role in the fight against diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis. The development of mRNA vaccines to combat the COVID-19 pandemic by biotech firms further exemplifies the important role of pharmaceutical biotech professionals.
In terms of career prospects, obtaining a Master's degree in Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (M.Sc.) will provide you with highly sought-after skills in the emerging pharmaceutical industry 4.0. You'll have access to a diverse range of career paths, including roles in
biopharmaceutical production
bioanalytical labs
regulatory affairs
quality management
product management
engineering consulting firms
As a graduate of this pharmaceutical master's program, you’ll also be well-prepared to work in an international context.
Admission Criteria
To be eligible for admission to the full-time Master's program in Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (M.Sc.) at Hochschule Fresenius, you must meet the following admission requirements:
You must hold a Bachelor's degree in a chemistry- or biology-related field of study, such as pharmacy, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or biotechnology, with at least 180 credit points.
As the program is conducted entirely in English, you must also have English language skills at Level B2 or higher of the European Framework of Reference for Languages.
If you come from a country outside the European Union or the European Economic Area, it’s important to note that you’ll usually require a visa to study in Germany. The visa application process can take several months, so we recommend that you begin the process as early as possible.
Tradition meets innovation
The courses offered at Hochschule Fresenius always follow the current developments in our society. Whether it's digital transformation, demographic change or a shortage of skilled workers - in small groups and a personal learning atmosphere, students at Hochschule Fresenius deal with what moves people, society and the economy.
Hochschule Fresenius was founded in 1848. Since 1971, it has been a state-recognized, privately-run university offering degree programs, training courses and online study programs in the fields of business & media, health & social sciences, chemistry & biology and design.
The university offers exciting opportunities as part of its study abroad programs – from a business excursion to Barcelona and a language course in New York to a summer school in China.
Contact
Do you have further detailed questions about the degree program or financing options? The Student Advisory Service at Hochschule Fresenius will be happy to help you.