Master of Bioprocess Engineering in Berkeley United States | University of California, Berkeley

The Master of Bioprocess Engineering (MBPE) is a 9-month graduate program that equips students with the skills needed for successful careers across biopharmaceuticals, industrial biotechnology, and food technology sectors. The curriculum covers diverse applications including the production of biofuels, biochemicals, protein therapeutics, and other biologics. Students learn to design fermentation systems, operate mammalian cell cultures, implement process monitoring instrumentation, and apply separation/purification techniques. The program provides access to cutting-edge facilities on campus and at the Advanced Biofuels and Bioproducts Process Demonstration Unit (ABPDU), a US Department of Energy-funded facility at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. With a strong focus on practical implementation, the program bridges theoretical knowledge with real-world applications across various production scales. Graduates gain immediately applicable skills for developing, designing, and scaling bioprocesses from initial concept to commercial production.

All MBPE graduates have the option to participate in a 3-12 month industry apprenticeship, providing valuable hands-on experience in bioprocess engineering within industrial R&D or production environments.