The Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Engineering is a full-time programme running for 9 months or a part-time programme running for a minimum of 18 months over 2 academic years (maximum 45 months over 5 academic years) from the date of first registration for the programme. You will have the opportunity to gain a formal qualification in areas of particular topical interest to the biopharmaceutical industry; to upskill your competence for these important industrial sectors, including issues such as product containment, powder particle technology, design of API and secondary production facilities, current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), design of classified facilities, aseptic processing facility design, utilities and services, data analysis and process validation.

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 9 Month(s)

Fees: EUR24000

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2027	Cork

Entry requirements for University College Cork

Candidates must have achieved a Pass in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) in engineering or equivalent.Or a Pass in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent, ideally with some relevant industrial experience.In all cases, the course of study for each candidate must be approved by the course coordinator.

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at University College Cork. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.