Why study Sustainable Bioprocess Technology?

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After finishing my Bachelor of Science degree in Bio and Process Technology at Furtwangen University it was clear that I was going to continue and go deeper into the subject! "Sustainable Bioprocess Technology" gave me the chance to build on my knowledge, to specialise further and to find new areas of interest. The seminar-style structure of the programme is well thought-out and the variety of subject areas which can be worked on in the project semester make it what is probably one-of-a-kind in Germany. If you asked me if I would take this course again, the answer would definitely be yes! (Christian Fittkau, NBT graduate)

Why study Sustainable Bioprocess Technology?

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  • Bioprocess technology, biotechnology and sustainability - 3 future-oriented fields in one degree programme
  • Work on interesting bioeconomic projects with companies and scientists while you are still at university
  • Furtwangen University has over 20 years of experience in bio and process technology
  • Profit from current and industry-related research and development
  • Develop project management and leadership skills
  • Specialise in engineering or natural sciences
  • After graduation with a master's degree, take a doctorate or start your career in the working world

Programme content

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The Master of Sustainable Bioprocess Technology programme prepares graduates to implement and manage complex research, development and optimization projects as well as projects involving the operation of biotechnology processes and biorefineries, taking economic and ecological factors into consideration.

Students groups will work in close cooperation with companies and/or in R&D projects. Business and economics courses are taught by the HFU Business School. Leadership and project management skills are specifically developed through the unusually high amount of project work which is carried out under real life working conditions.

Programme objectives

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  • Ability to plan/design complex equipment, processes and procedures, experiments, operation processes, etc. using scientifically sound methods
  • Drafting of complex equipment, processes/procedures, experiments, operation processes, etc., implementation planning
  • Set up of experiments, pilot equipment, equipment, test rigs, devices, etc.
  • Execution and operation of experiments, pilot equipment, equipment, test rigs, devices, etc., including the capture and processing of (process) data (analytical, measurement) using scientific methods
  • Characterisation of biogenic raw materials and biological systems (cells, micro-organisms, populations, enzymes) and mixtures of substances, as well as processes and basic operations (sub-processes)
  • Systematic analysis/evaluation of experiments, trial and process data/operation information and data, etc., as well as data and information about markets, the environment and existing products using mathematical methods
  • Optimisation of equipment, processes, experiments, operation procedures, etc., and optimisation as regards the closing of gaps in the market/gaps in needs through, for example new or improved products
  • Evaluation of new products and processes taking ecological, economic and social factors (sustainability) into consideration. Synthesis of new, sustainable processes and production strategies
  • Development and implementation of strategies of sustainable business management
  • Strengthening of skills: cooperation, communication, leadership

Programme structure

New in Winter Semester 2021/22 - bilingual degree possible

Starting in Winter Semester 2021/22 it is possible to take a bilingual degree.

In the first two semesters, half of the modules are held in German and half in English.

The master's thesis can be done either in German or in English.

If you then obtain a qualification in English or German at C1 level (if it is not your native language), or can present a recognised certificate, you can be awarded a bilingual degree.

If you do not achieve C1 proficiency in the languages, you will be awarded the normal degree without the additional "bilingual" qualification.

Semester syllabus content

First semester

In the first study semester you will take 5 modules (each 6 ECTS).

  • Sustainable Process Engineering
  • Research and Project Management
  • Advanced Design of Experiments for Bioprocesses
  • Advanced Micro and Molecular Biology
  • Sustainable Chemistry and Water Technology

The modules are taught by lecturers from the Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences, HFU Business School and University College London. It is regularly adapted to the current state of science and technology and includes natural science, engineering and business modules.

Second semester

An important part of the 2 semester is the "Sustainable Biological Processes" project in which you work on a project of your own choice according to a predefined structure.

  • Sustainable Business Management
  • Sustainable Biological Processes Project
  • Future Sciences
  • Special Aspects of Bioprocess Engineering
Third semester

In the third and final semester, the master's thesis is written.

 

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