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Taster course

Manufacturing new Medicines: Introduction to Biochemical Engineering (UC19257)

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Subject
Medicine Science and Technology Health
Location

On campus in London

Course date

Duration

Two hours (11am-1pm)

Academic direction
UCL
Cost

Free

Lunch Provided

No

In this course we'll explore the fundamentals of manufacturing with biology: using case studies and practical examples of how Biochemical Engineers are helping to develop new cancer treatment and the application of stem cells in cell therapy.

There will the opportunity to visit the UCL Pilot Plant to see first hand how process engineering and R&D in this area can impact how pharmaceuticals will be made in future.

This course is particularly suitable for students who would like a course where they can combine maths with sciences, or who are interested in a career in the growing sector of biotechnology.

This taster course has been rescheduled to Friday 12th September. 

Course requirements

This taster course is open to students in Year 11 and Year 12. 

Student must be studying Mathematics or Biology or Chemistry at A Level (or equivalent) OR a minimum of two science subjects.