Chemical BiotechnologyBachelor of Science
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Chemistry – Molecular Biology – Process Engineering
One of the key technologies for making industrial processes more ecological and cost-effective and developing renewable raw materials for industrial use is industrial biotechnology, more appropriately referred to as chemical biotechnology. It uses biochemical, chemical, microbiological and process engineering methods to produce organic basic and fine chemicals using optimized enzymes, cells or microorganisms. By replacing conventional industrial processes with biotechnological processes and using biological raw materials instead of fossil raw materials, both energy requirements and the use of raw materials can be minimised or put on a bio-based basis. Process development in biotechnology requires the interaction of biology, chemistry and process engineering.
This complex topic calls for new scientists and technologists who are able to work on an interdisciplinary basis and master the challenges of process engineering as well as economic and ecological aspects thanks to their expertise in the field of scientific fundamentals. The aim of the course is to gain comprehensive knowledge in the field of biotechnological chemical-material conversion processes by combining chemistry, engineering and biosciences (areas of focus: Enzyme Engineering / Metabolic Engineering). By being able to choose modules from the field of economics, among other things, the specialist knowledge can be placed in a larger, economic context.
Interdisciplinary emphasis
Business Management (1/5)
Economics (1/5)
Engineering (2/5)
Material Science (1/5)
Biotechnology (5/5)
Chemistry (4/5)
Consultation
Dr. Eva Rath
Phone: : +49 9421 187-166
Email: : cbt@cs.tum.de
Dr. Verena Schüller
Phone: : +49 9421 187-142
Email: : cbt@cs.tum.de
Consultation in Presence
Next session on 2026-03-11
Hours: : Wednesdays,\ 08:00–09:00 h
Location: : PG5, 3503.EG.006
Online Consultation
Hours: : Tuesdays, 10:00–11:00 h
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Key Data
Standard period of study : 6 semesters / 180 ECTS credits, full-time studies
Graduation : Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Start of Degree Program : Winter semester
Required Language Proficiency : German
Admission Requirement : The Bachelor’s programme in Chemical Biotechnology requires a general higher education entrance qualification or a subject-specific higher education entrance qualification in the fields of technology or agriculture, biotechnology and environmental technology.
Admission Category : Unrestricted Degree Program
Semester fees/financing
Semester fees (non-EU students) : 2,000.00 Euro
Student union fees per semester (mandatory for all students) : 82.00 Euro
Many international students can have their fees waived or receive scholarships to finance them.\ You can find all information on waivers and scholarships here.
Study Structure
In the first two semesters mathematical, scientific and economic basics are taught. Starting in the third semester, students will deepen their knowledge in engineering and natural science subjects (technical basics, chemical-chemical use, biological basics) as well as in economic topics (economics and economic policy, circular economy, management). In the fifth semester, a focus can be set on the basis of optional modules. The interdisciplinary elective module in the sixth semester combines two departments in order to work on concrete problems in a structured and interdisciplinary way. The course concludes with a Bachelor’s thesis.
Competences & Skills
In concrete terms, graduates of the Bachelor’s programme in Chemical Biotechnology acquire the following skills:
- they master mathematical and scientific methods in order to abstract and analyse problems in their basic structure
- they have comprehensive engineering and scientific basic knowledge and know methods for analysis, modelling, simulation and design and are able to apply them
- are able to carry out experiments independently and interpret the results
- they have acquired a holistic problem-solving competence in order to be able to successfully deal with synthesis problems under balanced consideration of technical, economic, ecological, social and ethical boundary conditions
- they have become acquainted with selected fields of technology and have built a bridge between engineering and natural science basics as well as occupational field-related applications
- they have acquired non-technical qualifications by way of example and are thus sensitised to the non-technical requirements of a vocational activity
- they are able to plan projects independently due to their interdisciplinary knowledge in the field of chemical biotechnology and are able to take up a correspondingly oriented professional activity in industry and research
Job Description
For the rapidly growing tasks in bioeconomics, university graduates with interdisciplinary understanding are needed. Bioeconomics graduates can support and shape a sustainable bio-based economy. In addition The complex conversion of the raw material base from fossil resources to renewable raw materials in energy production and the chemical industry is a major challenge. Bio-economists are in demand in areas that deal with the production, use and economy of biogenic resources as well as with the establishment of sustainable processes.
Application
Application Period : May 15th – July 15th