Bio-process Engineering, MSc by Research
Swansea University
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COURSE OVERVIEWFrom authoring definitive text books on chemical engineering to finding solutions to the worlds water shortages, Swansea University has a proud tradition delivering pioneering innovative process engineering solutions.Our research builds on established process engineering areas with application to energy, health, food, water and the environment.There is a wide range of research at Swansea University. This includes:Bioengineering, biomedical engineeringDesalinationPharmaceutical ...Read more

COURSE OVERVIEW

From authoring definitive text books on chemical engineering to finding solutions to the world's water shortages, Swansea University has a proud tradition delivering pioneering innovative process engineering solutions.

Our research builds on established process engineering areas with application to energy, health, food, water and the environment.

There is a wide range of research at Swansea University. This includes:

  • Bioengineering, biomedical engineering
  • Desalination
  • Pharmaceutical engineering
  • Polymer engineering
  • Separation processes
  • Transport processes
  • Water and wastewater engineering

One of our major strengths is our close and extensive involvement with local, national and international engineering companies.

Programme Summary

This MSc by Research in Bio-process Engineering at Swansea will enable you to undertake a research project led by your own interests. It is a highly respected qualification which can enable a future career in academia or a wider scope for employment in fields such as education, government or the private sector. A thesis of 40,000 words will be submitted for assessment demonstrating original research with a substantive contribution to the subject area. The Masters is examined following an oral examination of the thesis (a viva voce examination or viva). You will acquire research skills for high-level work and skills and training programmes are available on campus for further support.

Programme Aims

This Masters programme will provide students with:

  1. The opportunity to conduct high quality postgraduate research in a world leading research environment.
  2. Key skills needed to undertake advanced academic and non-academic research including qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
  3. Advanced critical thinking, intellectual curiosity and independent judgement.

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12th
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40th
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11 Dec 23

When I had first arrived in Swansea University I was alone. I did not have a sense of belonging anywhere - be it place or a person. All of this changed during my stay in Swansea...Read more

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06 Dec 23

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Entry requirements

Applicants must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2:1 level (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University) in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering, or a related discipline, such as chemistry, biochemistry, physics, or other engineering discipline.

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£4,712 per year

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Students from Domestic

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Jan, Apr or Jul 2024: £4,712; Oct 2024 or Jan, Apr or Jul 2025: £4,800. Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

£22,000 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

Jan, Apr or Jul 2024: £22,000; Oct 2024 or Jan, Apr or Jul 2025: £23,100. Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

£22,000 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Jan, Apr or Jul 2024: £22,000; Oct 2024 or Jan, Apr or Jul 2025: £23,100. Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to a vibrant city centre as well as to...

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