Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (M.Sc.)

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.

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.