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Overview
Accelerate your biotechnology career in 9 months.
Recognized as a leader in bioprocess education, UC Berkeley’s Master of Bioprocess Engineering (MBPE) Program transforms graduates into the skilled, production-ready talent today’s biopharma, industrial biotech, and food tech sectors demand.
Why MBPE at UC Berkeley?
Hands-On Pilot-Scale Training: Train in state-of-the-art facilities like the ABPDU in Emeryville using industry-standard equipment — including the Sartorius Ambr250, ABEC 300L bioreactor, Alfa Laval disc stack centrifuge, Alfa Laval M20 filtration skid, and Cytiva ÄKTA Avant chromatography unit.
Industry-Led Curriculum & Electives: Learn Quality by Design (QbD) and statistical experimental design from leaders at top companies like AbbVie, Amgen, Bayer, Genentech, and Gilead, while customizing your degree with electives across Bioengineering, Molecular & Cell Biology, and Public Health.
Prime Bay Area Network: Build your professional network through site visits and capstone poster sessions with regional powerhouses, including ADM, Antheia, Bionova Scientific, Givaudan, IFF, Lonza, Merck, Oobli, Vaxcyte, and UPSIDE Foods.
High-Demand Career Outcomes: Master the exact tools needed to thrive as engineers and scientists in Bioprocess Development and Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) roles.
Ready to lead the next generation of bioprocessing? Explore the Master of Bioprocess Engineering Program today!