MEng in Biological Chemical Engineering in Bethlehem United States | Lehigh University

Lehigh University | Bethlehem United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 30,900
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

The Master of Engineering in Biological Chemical Engineering program equips graduates with versatile skills for diverse industrial applications, laying the foundation for careers in biomolecular and biopharmaceutical engineering. This program prepares students to assess, oversee, and optimize cost-performance tradeoffs across key development phases in pharmaceutical and related sectors. As a multifaceted field, Chemical Engineering integrates principles from chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biology to transform raw materials into high-value products efficiently, safely, and sustainably. This comprehensive scientific training opens doors to careers across various industries including chemical processing, biopharmaceuticals, materials production, energy systems, environmental solutions, automation, and innovative product development.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

The program is open to applicants with an undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Biology or Chemical Engineering. All applicants must submit GRE scores, with international applicants also submitting TOEFL scores. Applicants with a degree other than Chemical Engineering will be required to take the bridging course, *Fundamentals of Chemical Engineering III, ChE 283, and depending on their background, an additional course may be required. These courses will not count toward degree requirements.
In order to be considered for admission in the Master's of Engineering in Biological Chemical Engineering, an applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and a GPA of 3.0 or higher for the last two semesters of undergraduate studies.
A personal essay summarizing your career objectives and work experience with respect to your chosen field of study must
be submitted along with the application for admission.
In addition to the minimum requirements, an applicant must have the following: one undergraduate course in Molecular Biology, one undergraduate course in Molecular Genetics, a minimum of two semester of Organic Chemistry, and a minimum two semesters of Calculus, in order to be admitted to the program.
Internet-based TOEFL
Reading 20
Listening 15
Speaking 20
Writing 20
COMPOSITE 79
IELTS
Reading 6.5
Listening 6.0
Speaking 6.5
Writing 6.0
OVERALL 6.5
A minimum score of 550 for paper based scores is required.

Tuition USD 30,900
Bethlehem, PA, United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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