Program Overview
The Biochemical Engineering Technology at University of Leuven is a MSc programme in Engineering over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biochemical Engineering Technology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Belgium and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Antwerpen, Belgium
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biochemical Engineering Technology programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry requirements
Applicants with the following will be considered for admission:
On the basis of the following degrees, or similar degrees, obtained in the Flemish Community:- Bachelor in de industri\xc3\xable wetenschappen (Aalst, Gent, Leuven, Sint-Katelijne-Waver) (Afstudeerrichting chemie)
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Leuven) (Specialisation: Chemical Engineering)
- Optie biochemie
- Option Biochemical Engineering
- Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Biochemical Engineering
- Bachelor in de industri\xc3\xable wetenschappen (Diepenbeek) (Afstudeerrichting Chemie) - Optie biochemie
After a preparatory programme, bridging programme or abridged bachelor programme
Up for admission subject to a preparatory programme
Applicants with the following can be granted admission subject to successful completion of a preparatory programme (possibly already including some master courses):
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology with a different specialisation
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a different specialisation
- Bachelor of Science in a related field
Additional Requierements:
- English language certificate: a TOEFL score of minimum TOEFL 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 79/80 (internet-based); or an IELTS-score of 6.5.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Leuven directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Leuven
University of Leuven
Leuven, Belgium
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-26
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
