M.S. in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Engineering
Carnegie Mellon University - Mellon College of Science
Key Information
Campus location
Pittsburgh, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 semesters
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 46,000 / per year
Application deadline
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* Domestic applications: April 29 application deadline to submit (LORs need to be submitted within 2 weeks after the application is submitted)
Introduction
A Joint Department of Chemical Engineering and Department of Biological Sciences Program
Biotechnology harnesses biological processes to develop technologies and products that help improve our lives. The use of biotechnology in the health care sector has led to the production of medicines and vaccines that prevent or cure disease, and has produced a growing interest in the industry for individuals with advanced training in pharmaceutical and biotechnology areas.
We created this program to help prepare students for new jobs in growing areas within biotechnology.
The M.S. in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Engineering (MS-BTPE) program at Carnegie Mellon University combines the strengths of our Biological Sciences and Chemical Engineering departments to offer advanced training appropriate for careers in academia, government, or industry in the field of biotechnology and pharmaceutical engineering.
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Curriculum
Our program combines theory with hands-on instruction from faculty who are experts in their field and in the biomedical industry. Students gain advanced training in the sciences with instruction in commercial research, bioinformatic integration, regulatory compliance, medicinal chemistry and drug development.
Students are encouraged to seek external internships after their first year and pursue this degree full-time, completing the program in 3 semesters.
Career Opportunities
Biotechnology, pharmaceutical engineering, and bioprocess design prepare students to work in different types of companies. There are positions for them in pharmaceutical companies, academic labs, federal and state governments, hospital labs, genomics core facilities, biotechnology companies, and software development companies.
During the academic year, opportunities for networking with representatives of the company will be available. Students are highly encouraged and given several opportunities to meet with the CMU Career & Professional Development Center and with the MSBPE steering committee to discuss their career plans and to get guidance and assistance in all aspects of their job search.