Masters Courses
NIBRT’s Masters programmes provide an interactive and dynamic learning experience that develops knowledge and appreciation of the conceptual and factual bases for bioprocess design and operation.
The programmes also provide a thorough understanding of bioprocessing, particularly the structures, roles and experimental methods associated with biopharmaceuticals, their analysis, production methods and technology for monitoring and control of bioprocesses.
The Masters programmes can be taken on a part-time or full-time basis and distance learning options are also available.

Current NIBRT Online Masters Programmes
The M.Sc. is an interactive and dynamic programme that will develop your knowledge and appreciation of the conceptual and factual bases for bioprocess design and operation. It also develops your understanding of bioprocessing, particularly the structures, roles and experimental methods associated with biopharmaceuticals, their analysis, production methods and technology for monitoring and control of bioprocesses.
Course Information
Schedule | Full-Time and Part-Time |
Duration | 1 Year |
Starts | September 2020 |
The MEngSc in Biopharmaceutical Engineering programme provides substantial coverage of scientific, technical, management and regulatory issues associated with this industry. The aim of this programme is to offer an internationally recognised high quality flexible curriculum, which follows the latest developments in science and technology. This programme is suitable for Science and Engineering graduates wishing to obtain a…
Course Information
Schedule | Part time and full time |
Duration | 1 / 2 Years |
Starts | Annually in September |
This programme shall address the recognised research and development needs of the Biopharmaceutical industry and has the capacity to develop graduates who will contribute to the Biopharmaceutical industry internationally, nationally and regionally. This programme is jointly offered by IT Sligo and NIBRT.
Course Information
Schedule | Part time |
Duration | 2.5 Years |
Starts | Annually in September |
Online Masters in Biopharmaceutical Science
The MSc is delivered online, on a part-time basis with elective practical placements in NIBRT, Dublin, Ireland. Upon completion you will have achieved an internationally recognised qualification which is highly relevant to the biopharma industry
Course Information
Schedule | Part-time |
Duration | 24 months with an additional 6 months for a research project |
Starts | Annually in January and September |
NIBRT Safety
NIBRT provides a “one stop shop” for the bioprocessing Industry’s training requirements. We provide a dynamic catalogue of course content from which we build unique training solutions for our Clients.
Those attending a NIBRT training or research event or class must complete a comprehensive safety program.
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