The Bioprocessing Science degree program was designed to educate scientists for the rapidly developing bio-based industries of North Carolina and the world. North Carolina is focused on becoming a center for bio-based businesses, including pharmaceutical, agricultural and chemical manufacturers such as Bayer Crop Science, Wyeth Vaccines, Syngenta Biotechnology, Biogen Idec, and Novozymes to name a few. In industry, bioprocessing scientists may design studies to evaluate or improve products or processes, develop tests to ensure product quality, or explain the scientific aspects of products or processes to regulators, customers, or investors.

Graduates of the program will develop abilities to:

  • Engage in clear and thought provoking scientific inquiry.
  • Apply critical thinking skills to solve problems while generating designs related to bioprocessing.
  • Understand, manage, and communicate source materials and data related to bioprocessing.
  • Work effectively and efficiently in teams.
  • Produce effective oral and written communications.
  • Develop and utilize the personal and professional skills associated with a successful graduate.