16/04/2003

Bioprocessing Program Update

Change of Time and Information on Fees
Bioprocessing Program
McGill University, Montreal

Please note that the dates for the bioprocessing pilot program have been moved ahead one week.  The program will run for 8 weeks. Applications are welcome from science and engineering graduates with a minimum bachelor’s degree. 

Why should you apply?

• Launch a career in biopharma / environmental / chemical manufacturing
• Intensive, cost-free training in bioprocessing (small deposit required)
• Obtain hands-on experience in small and medium-size fermentation reactors in both laboratory and pilot-scale production facilities.

What about tuition?

Tuition is sponsored.  Successful applicants will need to pay a refundable deposit upon completion of program.

Where will it be held?

McGill University, MacDonald Campus, Ste. Anne de Bellevue (Montreal West).  Shuttle service available from Mc Gill downtown.

Program Duration:
May 26 – July 17, 2003

Students will take a total of 7 courses, 5 of which contain a laboratory component.

Course Offerings Include:

• Microbial Cell Culturing
• Enzymology
• Protein Extraction / Purification
• Bioprocess Design & Simulation
• Operation & Control of Fermentation Processes
• cGMP for Food & Biopharma
• Molecular and Cellular Biology

For more information or to request an Application Form, please contact Selina Stevenson by e-mail at:  selina.stevenson@vitesse.ca