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Field of Study

Bioprocess Engineering

Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science
Overview Study details

Bioprocess engineering is revolutionising industries across the globe—from food and pharmaceuticals to environmental and resource recovery—by harnessing the power of biology.

With the rapid advancement of synthetic biology and cutting-edge gene editing technologies, our ability to design and control biological systems has never been greater.

This interdisciplinary field of study prepares students to lead in a world where sustainable, biology-based processes are replacing traditional chemical and mechanical methods.

You'll explore how to use renewable resources and mild, eco-friendly conditions to produce everything from new food and beverage products to nutraceuticals, biomaterials and life-saving therapies.

Through hands-on experience with bioreactors, cell culturing (microbial and mammalian), biocatalysis and biomaterials fabrication, you’ll gain the skills to scale up biological processes and solve real-world challenges in health, the environment and beyond.

Whether you're passionate about creating greener technologies, developing novel therapeutics, or driving innovation in industrial biotechnology, this program will equip you with the tools to make a lasting impact.

Highlights

1 in Australia for chemical engineering

QS World University Rankings 2025

39 in the world for chemical engineering

QS World University Rankings 2025

Career possibilities

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Bioengineer
  • Bioprocess development engineer
  • Biochemical engineer
  • Bioprocessing project manager

Next steps after graduation

You'll be entering a rapidly growing field with a wide range of career opportunities.

Your skills will be in demand across industries focused on biomanufacturing and biologically-based products, including the booming biopharmaceutical sector, food and beverage production, bioenergy, and environmental solutions like bioremediation and waste treatment.

With a strong foundation in both technology and sustainability, you'll be well-prepared for roles in technical and leadership positions, whether in public institutions or private industry.

Employers are increasingly looking for professionals who can thrive in multidisciplinary teams and tackle complex, real-world challenges—exactly the kind of mindset and skillset this program develops.

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Online study
  • Research experience
  • Laboratory work

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Bioprocess Engineering
  • Biomaterials: Materials in Medicine
  • Metabolic Engineering
  • Cell and Tissue Engineering

See courses and program structure

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