About the course

Whether you are interested in a career using plants or biomass for bioenergy, processing food products, or industrial biotechnology, the Illinois Professional Science Master’s in bioprocessing and bioenergy integrates science and business to prepare students for careers on the cutting edge of multidisciplinary technology.

　　You will have the opportunity to learn from world-renowned scientists and researchers working to develop new technologies inside the state-of-the-art Integrated Bioprocessing Research Laboratory (IBRL). The IBRL is prepared to lead the way in bioenergy and bioprocessing research and education. The facility provides students with hands-on experience in pilot plant processing, analytical lab work, while working side-by-side with industry clients and partners.

　　The bioprocessing and bioenergy program is a perfect fit for students who want to

　　harness the potential of bio-based products and energy (biofuels, electricity, biogas, etc.) to create new technologies and effect change

　　build upon decades of research and genetic improvements to agricultural crops and microbes to develop and refine comprehensive bioprocesses

　　gain an understanding of the environmental, ecological, political, and societal implications of bioprocessing and bioenergy Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 18 Month(s)Fees: US$39,741

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Urbana
Fall (August), 2025	Urbana

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a comparable degree from a recognized institution abroad. Grade point average of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale) for the last 60 hours of undergraduate work and for any graduate work. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 79 or higher (internet-based test), 590 or higher (paper-based test), or 243 or higher (computer-based test) for applicants whose native language is not English

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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