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Overview
Processes based on microorganisms and enzymes are important for the sustainable production of chemicals, fuels, and materials.
In this Industrial Biotechnology for Sustainability course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll learn about these biotechnological processes. You’ll study the theory and application of biotechnology for industrial processes.
You’ll focus on biochemical reaction kinetics, mass and energy balances, sustainability aspects, and carbon emissions. You’ll also examine the environmental implications of fermentation and enzyme processes.
Careers in biotechnology and manufacturing
Complete this course and you’ll gain multidisciplinary knowledge and skills applicable to the areas of biotechnological processes for sustainable manufacturing.
From engineering calculations to data-driven decision-making, the skills you’ll gain will be valuable to a range of careers, particularly within the sustainability and manufacturing sectors.
Careers this course could help you progress within or towards include:
- Biotechnology and sustainable manufacturing
- Engineering and process design
- Environmental consultancy
- Research and development in green technologies
Programme Structure
You’ll cover topics including:- microbiology and biochemistry
- kinetics and mass balances for enzyme processes
- kinetics and mass balances for fermentation processes
- downstream separation
- the use of biomass and organic waste in biotechnology
- energy consumption in biotechnology
- environmental considerations related to biotechnological processes, and
- applications of enzyme and fermentation processes for the sustainable production of chemicals, fuels, and materials, such as PLA (poly-lactic acid), PHAs (polyhydroxyalkanoates), organic acids, biomethane, and bioethanol
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
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Credits
15 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Biotechnology Sustainable Development View 57 other Short Courses in Sustainable Development in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
This course has no formal entry requirements. You decide if it’s suitable for you.
The course is delivered at Masters level. At this level, for this course, you’d usually have at least:
- a 2:2 UK honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, such as areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics, or
- relevant professional experience that supports this level of learning.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full
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