NFQ Level
Level 8
Price
€ 450 per person (Subsidised Rate)
Actual Price: €1250
Teaching Mode
Part-Time, Online
Recordings available
Start Date
28th November
Duration
8 weeks of Lectures
Timing
1 Evening/Week
(Thursdays)
This program introduces students to the molecular and cellular basis of diseases and how they influence the design and manufacturing of biological therapies. The course emphasises protein and vaccine-based treatments and explores emerging gene and cell therapies along with personalised treatments.
Key Takeaways:
- Comprehensive introduction to molecular and cellular biology as it pertains to diseases
- Deep dive into protein and vaccine-based therapies, plus emerging gene and cell therapies
- Focus on large-scale drug and vaccine manufacturing processes
“This BioPharmaChem Skillnet programme is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union”. Visit www.eufunds.ie to know more.
Why Choose this Course?
- Expert Collaboration: Jointly designed by UCC’s School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology and BioPharmaChem Skillnet.
- Industry-Relevant: Specifically tailored for those aiming to enter or upskill in BioPharma.
- Industry-Experienced Faculty: Delivered by experienced lecturers and industry experts.
- Up-to-Date Content : Introduces students to key fundamentals of biomanufacturing and novel biotherapeutics.
Course Structure and Content
Module: BC5007 Introduction to BioPharmaceuticals and Advanced Personalized Therapies
- Part 1 – focusses on the design and manufacture of protein BioPharmaceuticals and looks at regulated upstream and downstream processes.
- Part 2 – covers future medicines that are already beginning to revolutionize disease treatment and facilitate the delivery of personalized therapies, including gene therapies, advanced vaccine therapies and cell-based therapies – demystifying the terminology and introducing the concepts
Both course delivery and continuous assessment facilitated online
Transformative experience
The training was a transformative experience for our team at Business Platforms. The expertly crafted program delved deep into the core principles of the Biopharmaceutical Industry, equipping our team with invaluable tools to understand, manage, and work more effectively.
Simply The Best
This course really gives an in-depth understanding from start to finish on the Biopharma Industry process with current industry practices and the future of pharma.
Entry Requirements
Educational Background:
- NFQ Level 8 qualification required.
- A quota allocated for those without formal qualifications but significant industry experience.
Application Materials:
- Application statement, birth certificate or passport, photograph, CV, language test report (if applicable), and transcripts.
Eligibility Criteria for Skillnet Funding:
- Skillnet Funding can only be applied where the employer pays the course fees on behalf of the student.
- Self-employed applicants can avail of the subsidy.
- BioPharmaChem Skillnet will issue the invoice directly to you or your organisation.
- Public-sector and companies outside of the Republic of Ireland are not eligible for the subsidy but can still apply directly to UCC to participate in the course.
- Applicants who are not eligible for the BPC subsidy will be invoiced directly by UCC.
If Eligible for the Skillnet Funding, You can book the course directly by clicking on the Book Now button below.
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