MEQB - Master Program in Chemical and Biological Engineering

Description


The Master's degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering aims to train "Process Engineers" for industries where biological, chemical, or physical-chemical processes predominate. Its specific areas of intervention are located in multidisciplinary fields of Biological and Chemical Sciences and Technologies, in the Fermentation, Pharmaceutical, and Agri-Food Industries, in the Chemical Industry, and in the Biomedical and Environmental areas.

The training will be based on:

    • A solid background in the fields of Chemical and Biological Engineering;
  • In a deep knowledge of the curricular units of the area, properly combining theoretical and practical aspects and engineering project;
  • In the versatility of choosing optional curricular units from other areas of Engineering (Industrial and Systems), Sciences (Bio/Chemistry, Biophysics), Applied Psychology or Management.
  • In the implementation of new teaching-learning methodologies.


Learning Outcomes


The Master in Chemical and Biological Engineering should achieve the following general learning objectives:

1. Demonstrate advanced knowledge in Chemical and Biological Engineering;

2. Apply the appropriate knowledge in the synthesis, analysis and design of processes and implementation of projects related to chemical and biological processes, integrating aspects related to quality management;

3. Integrate multidisciplinary teams for product development and projects in Chemical and Biological Engineering;

4. Develop innovative solutions and/or products in the area of chemical or biological technologies;

5. Reveal entrepreneurial and consulting skills in the specific areas of the course;

6. To highlight creativity, proactive attitude, and communication skills, as well as the permanent need to update knowledge;

7. Reveal leadership skills and at the same time be able to work in a team/network, with awareness of citizenship and eco-sustainable action.


Access to higher education studies


Masters in Chemical and Biological Engineering will be empowered to pursue 3rd cycle studies, PhD training, or advanced study courses.


Future Jobs


The Masters in Chemical and Biological Engineering will be competent professionals to integrate into:

  • Food and Bioindustries;
  • Specialty and formulation industries: chemical and pharmaceutical specialties; cosmetics; paints and varnishes; resins; agrochemicals;
    • Chemical and related industries: basic inorganic chemistry; basic organic chemistry; petrochemical stoneware; polymers; fertilisers; pulp and paper;
      • Environmental industries of waste treatment and recovery;
        • Marketing of chemicals or biochemical products, or of specialized equipment and material intended for the chemical and biochemical industry;
          • Scientific and technological research in chemical engineering, biological engineering, biotechnology, bioengineering, and related areas.


Masters in Chemical and Biological Engineering may perform engineering acts at the level of Studies and Consultancies; Design and Design; Production; Supervision, Quality Control; and Coordination, Management, Planning.


Program Support Secretariat

Centre of Biological Engineering,
Universidade do Minho,
Campus de Gualtar
4710-057 Braga, Portugal
Email: sac@ceb.uminho.pt
Phone: (+351) 253 601 985