BSc in Bioengineering

The B.Sc. in Bioengineering aims at preparing professionals in the field of Engineering, with capacity to act upon multidisciplinary domains which require knowledge of Biological Sciences, Biochemistry and Chemistry. Three specialities are offered in the third year: Food Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Biomedical Engineering.

The current cycle of studies encompasses a lecturing component and an engineering project unit in one of the speciality areas. The curriculum is designed to stimulate the development of personal skills, nowadays a crucial factor for employability and professional success.

At the end of this cycle the students should have a solid background in the field of bioengineering, which is worked through the study of structuring domains and through an active learning approach, oriented towards experimental design and practice.

The contact of the students with R&D activities and Extension Services of ESB is crucial for developing their capacity of problem-solving and independent thought, offering a clear vision of the professional and educational opportunities on the different fields, urging the creativity capabilities. The students are also offered the possibility for an international mobility experience, which can be framed within the ERASMUS programme, broadening their educational profile.

The normal duration of the study cycle is 6 semesters.

The curriculum entails the following courses:

Total crediits: 180