Biopharmaceutical Development

University of Leeds
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Biomedical sciencesBiologyChemical engineering

About this course

Do you want to develop the medicines of the future?

Biopharmaceutical drugs are transforming the way we treat patients and fight global disease. Treatments comprise the use of biologically manufactured drugs, namely hormones, monoclonal antibodies, gene therapies and cell therapies. On this course you will receive specialised industry-relevant experience in addition to theoretical knowledge and hands-on training. Many pharmaceutical companies are currently expanding their biopharmaceutical capability, creating a demand for talented, well-trained people with the right skill-set.

Designed, developed and delivered in partnership with Labcorp Drug Development (formerly known as Covance), this course will provide you with a springboard into a career in the biopharmaceutical industry or further research in an academic environment.

On this course you will obtain industry-relevant training designed to fast-track talented scientists into the industry in addition to an integrated understanding of the full biological drug development pathway. As you amass a deep understanding of the regulatory framework you’ll learn from world-leading tutors, have the chance to combine your theoretical knowledge with practical training, and undertake a substantial research project.

Course highlights

  • This programme has received the prestigious Princess Royal Training Award 2023.

  • Designed to fast-track talented scientists into industry.

  • An integrated understanding of the full biological drug development pathway.

  • Focus on the discovery and development of large molecule drugs such as monoclonal antibodies, bio-similars, antibody-drug conjugates and gene therapies.

  • Gain extensive experience of team-based project planning.
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2111 Chemical scientists
    3116 Planning, process and production technicians
    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
    2129 Engineering professionals
    3115 Quality assurance technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Leeds
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Biomedical sciences, Biology, Chemical engineering