Admission requirements
no numerus clausus, no admission restrictions also available in the Fast Track with only 2 semesters and 60 ECTS intensive master's programme in small learning groups the study language of the programme is English
Successful completion of a Bachelor's degree with at least 180 ECTS credits or an equivalent academic qualification, such as a diploma, in a chemistry-related field of study (e.g. Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Physics), is required for admission to this programme.
If you have not yet completed your Bachelor's degree, you must have completed 80% of the required credits at the time of application. Any outstanding credits must be completed by the time of matriculation.
In addition, you must demonstrate proficiency in English: you should either be a native English speaker or be able to provide proof of 85 points on the TOEFL iBT test, 6.0 points on the IELTS test, or a Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English with at least a grade of B.
Details
Study Contents in the Master's Programme Biochemical EngineeringThe Master's programme in Biochemical Engineering at Hochschule Fresenius is designed for graduates of a Bachelor's degree in the fields of Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Pharmacy who wish to work at the interface between chemistry and engineering. The programme, taught in English, offers you the opportunity to specialise in your professional goals and deepen your knowledge of bioprocesses, process optimization, and sustainable engineering practices.
During your studies, you will acquire comprehensive and specialized knowledge of biochemical processes, bioprocess design, and the application of engineering principles to biological systems. The programme combines theoretical content with practical skills to prepare you optimally for a variety of professional activities in biotechnology, pharmacy, and the environmental sector.
The study plan includes the following modules:
1st Semester: Biochemical Process Engineering I, Biomedical and Statistical Data Science, Mechanical Process Engineering and Fluid Mechanics, Good Engineering Practice, Project Management, Lab work I 2nd Semester: Biochemical Process Engineering II, Process Simulation, Thermal Process Engineering, Process Optimization and Statistical Design of Experiments, Business Administration for Chemists, Lab work II 3rd Semester: Analytical Methods in Biochemical Process Engineering, Upstream and Downstream Processing, Reaction Engineering, Process Automation, Good Manufacturing Practice and Regulatory Affairs, Lab work III 4th Semester: Master's ThesisCareer opportunities are available to you in interdisciplinary, international environments both in industry and in research, where you can contribute to innovative projects. With your solid education in regulatory affairs, GMP standards, and business management, you are also qualified for leadership and compliance roles.
Hochschule Fresenius currently offers the Master Biochemical Engineering at its location in Idstein.
Idstein is a small university town in the southern Hessian Rheingau-Taunus district, near the state capital Wiesbaden. Conveniently, the region in and around Idstein is home to numerous industries and companies – job prospects are excellent. Hochschule Fresenius has a large network of partner companies, providing students in Idstein with a wide range of internship opportunities. Idstein is, by the way, the headquarters of Hochschule Fresenius. The main building is located right in the city centre on Limburger Straße.


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