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Technische Universität Braunschweig
Master German Medicine & Health

Pharmaceutical Process Engineering

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

The Master's degree programme in Pharmaceutical Process Engineering is aimed at graduates of undergraduate degree programmes with a focus on process engineering and/or pharmaceutics. The program offers two areas of specialization: pharmaceutical engineering (focusing on scale-up processes, manufacturing processes, and pharmaceutical plant planning) and pharmaceutical research (focusing on preclinical drug development, formulation development, and production of test patterns). The curriculum includes compulsory modules, basic modules, compulsory elective modules, interdisciplinary specialization, and a final Master's thesis. The program provides solid knowledge in process engineering applicable to pharmaceutical industry, bioprocess engineering, food industry, or chemical industry.
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The Master's degree programme in Pharmaceutical Process Engineering is aimed at graduates of undergraduate degree programmes with a focus on process engineering and/or pharmaceutics. The program offers two areas of specialization: pharmaceutical engineering (focusing on scale-up processes, manufacturing processes, and pharmaceutical plant planning) and pharmaceutical research (focusing on preclinical drug development, formulation development, and production of test patterns). The curriculum includes compulsory modules, basic modules, compulsory elective modules, interdisciplinary specialization, and a final Master's thesis. The program provides solid knowledge in process engineering applicable to pharmaceutical industry, bioprocess engineering, food industry, or chemical industry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Pharmaceutical Process Engineering at Technische Universität Braunschweig

Is Pharmaceutical Process Engineering at Technische Universität Braunschweig taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Pharmaceutical Process Engineering programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Pharmaceutical Process Engineering at Technische Universität Braunschweig?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Pharmaceutical Process Engineering?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Technische Universität Braunschweig — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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