Biopharmaceutical Science (Special Purpose
Award Certificate, Level 8)
Aims
Ireland is currently experiencing a rapid growth in the Biopharmaceutical sector, with a number of
large Biopharmaceutical companies established nationally and a number of new companies locating
to the Mid-West. In addition, existing companies are developing and expanding their operations in
this sector. The production of Biopharmaceuticals is a high skills-based enterprise. These companies
will require a continuous supply of scientists with skills in the manufacture of Biological products
and in Bioprocessing. LIT in collaboration with The National Institute of Bioprocessing, Research
and Training (NIBRT) will provide an integrated programme of study with hands-on practical
training in key areas to allow for employment in this dynamic sector. This proposed programme aims
to equip science graduates with specialist skills to complement their existing science qualification,
thereby enabling them to function in specialist roles in the Biopharmaceutical sector. Students will
gain scientific knowledge and skills pertinent to Cell Culture, Biotechnology, Bioprocessing and
Biopharmaceutical Science and also an appreciation of Quality and Regulatory Affairs.
Entry Requirements
Level 7 or level 8 in a Biological or Chemical Science discipline.
Content
Bioseparations (5 credits)
Biotechnology (5 credits)
Quality & Regulatory Affairs (5 credits)
Cell Culture & Biocontamination Control (5 credits)
Bioprocessing Placement (10 credits)
Assessment/Examinations
The programme will be assessed through continuous assessment and examinations.
Qualification
Certificate in Biopharmaceutical Science (Special Purpose Award, Level 8, 30 Credits).
Fees
This programme is offered through the Springboard initiative, therefore no fees will apply for
successful applicants. Applicants must apply for this programme at www.springboardcourses.ie
Location
LIT Moylish. All students on this programme will participate in 1 day a week practical placement in
NIBRT which has been specifically designed to provide hands-on practical experience of
biopharmaceutical production in an industrial context including Bioreactor design and operation,
upstream, downstream and fill finish equipment and processes.
Award:Certificate in Biopharmaceutical Science (Special Purpose Award, Level 8, 30 Credits).
Department:Applied Science
Campus:LIT Moylish
Level:8
Duration:20 Weeks
20 Weeks of classes, 15 hours per week approximately. Classes will take place during the daytime,
between the hours of 9am and 5pm, commencing in January 2017. This will be followed by a work
placement during the Summer of 2017.
Course Location:LIT Moylish and 1 day per week in NIBRT
Application URL:http://springboardcourses.ie/details/4645
Entry Requirements:
Level 7 or level 8 in a Biological or Chemical Science discipline.
Weeks
Course Fees:
This programme is offered through the Springboard initiative, therefore no fees will apply for
successful applicants. Applicants must apply for this programme at www.springboardcourses.ie
Contact:
Department of Flexible Learning
Tel: 061 2393802
Email: FLLimerick@lit.ie