Biochemical Engineering - BEng (Hons)
UCL (University College London)
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The Biochemical Engineering undergraduate programme at UCL fully integrates engineering and biotechnology. The BEng degree is ideal for those who would like to explore careers in biotechnology, pharmaceutical or bioenergy sectors. Both BEng and MEng degrees share a common curriculum of practical and core modules, delivered through innovative teaching. The programme builds up to the Design Project in year three, where students apply the knowledge they have gained to a case study where they will ...Read more

The Biochemical Engineering undergraduate programme at UCL fully integrates engineering and biotechnology. The BEng degree is ideal for those who would like to explore careers in biotechnology, pharmaceutical or bioenergy sectors. Both BEng and MEng degrees share a common curriculum of practical and core modules, delivered through innovative teaching. The programme builds up to the Design Project in year three, where students apply the knowledge they have gained to a case study where they will be tasked with creating a process for the manufacture of a biopharmaceutical product, for example, including facility design and technoeconomic evaluation.

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SR
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26 Jan 15

Overall the experience has been good. Not sure about the job prospects. Facilities are good in general. Lots of societies on offer, but i don't participate as much and i'm not a..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
26 Jan 15

Very good experience overall. Really enjoyable. Like London a lot, careers center at university is exceptional. Would like more water fountains and toilets at University, not too..Read more

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£39,800 per year

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SR
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26 Jan 15
Overall the experience has been good. Not sure about the job prospects. Facilities are good in general. Lots of societies on offer, but i don't participate as much and i'm not a...
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SR
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26 Jan 15
Very good experience overall. Really enjoyable. Like London a lot, careers center at university is exceptional. Would like more water fountains and toilets at University, not too...
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UCL (University College London)
Admissions Gower Street London Camden WC1E 6BT United Kingdom
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