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Bioprocess Science (int)
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Teaching languageEnglish
Introduction to the programme
Bioprocess Science is a subject that you will study as a part of your bachelor programme at Roskilde University.
The bachelor subject Bioprocess Science is an expanding interdisciplinary field that draws upon multiple areas of knowledge, but especially the molecular, environmental and medical biologic subjects together with chemistry.
You will acquire a solid understanding of key theories and principles of bioprocess science including industrial processes, biological products, drug development together with screening and selecting organisms that are optimal for biological production of specified products for medical, industrial, aquaculture or agriculture application.
The subject engages in research into, among other things, usage of different model organisms (zooplanktons, insects, microorganisms including genetically modified organisms etc.) in the production of biological products such as alternative protein, omega fatty acids, pharmaceuticals and enzymes.
The subject will introduce different approaches in bioproduction such as tissue culture, fermentation, photosynthetic cultivation together with downstream processes such as extraction, purification and validation of biological products. This research-based approach will improve your knowledge on bioprocesses and how they are developed and utilized to better the life of humans.
All teaching and project writing is conducted in English.
Your everyday study life
The study environment is very international, with one-third of the students who come from abroad. The study environment is characterized by direct contact with the experimental work carried out in the research laboratories along with the researchers, technicians and visitors at the laboratories. As a student at Bioprocess Science you will be considered as a researcher from day one.
At the beginning of each semester project groups are formed. These groups then work together for the rest of the semester. The project and reading groups are an important part of the social study environment. These groups are not only together during the daytime - many of them organize cozy dinners and go on working weekends. On Fridays, it is a cherished tradition to meet with students from the other science disciplines for social gatherings.
From bachelor to master
A bachelor's degree from Roskilde University will provide access to study a master's programme. Depending on which subject(s) you choose as a part of your bachelor's programme, your degree will provide access to one or more of Roskilde University's master's programmes.
Academic staff
Admission requirements
- No specific admission requirements
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject.
An example of a study programme
1. year | 2. year | 3. year | |||
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1. Semester | 2. Semester | 3. Semester | 4. Semester | 5. Semester | 6. Semester |
Course Empirical data 5 ECTS |
Course Experimental methods 5 ECTS |
Course Science Theory and Methods 5 ECTS |
Subject course Applied Bioprocess Science I 5 ECTS |
Subject course Applied Bioprocess Science II 5 ECTS |
Course within Natural Science 5 ECTS |
Course Within the area of Natural Science 5 ECTS |
Course Within the area of Natural Science 5 ECTS |
Subject course An introduction to Bioprocess Science 5 ECTS |
Subject course 2nd bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Subject course General Molecular Biology 5 ECTS |
Elective course within Natural Science 5 ECTS |
Course Within the area of Natural Science 5 ECTS |
Course Within the area of Natural Science 5 ECTS |
Subject course 2nd bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Elective course within Natural Science 5 ECTS |
Subject course 2nd bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Subject course 2nd bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Project Application of Natural Sciences in Technology and Society 15 ECTS |
Project Interaction between Theory, Model, Experiment and Simulations in Natural Sciences 15 ECTS |
Project Natural Sciences and Theory of Science 15 ECTS |
Project in Bioprocess Science 15 ECTS |
Project 2nd bachelor subject 15 ECTS |
Bachelor Project within the area of Natural Sciences 15 ECTS |
Please note: The table shows an example of a course of study. Courses, projects, internships and studies abroad with credit transfer may vary for each student. See current courses at study.ruc.dk

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Possible subject combinations
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Intro to Chemistry (int)
The bachelor subject chemistry and the chemistry research at Roskilde University aim at doing chemistry in a green way. This means studies in second generation bioethanol, optimization of solar cells, synthesis of new bioactive compounds, synthesis of new and useful natural products, clever use of surface active compounds and development of biosensors.
More about Chemistry (int)How the programme is structured
A Bachelor in Bioprocess Science (int) + Chemistry (int) is part of an overall bachelor programme. You can choose between:
First year of studies
You will study the basic section of your programme. You will learn important aspects of disciplines relevant to your main academic area.
Second and third year of studies
You will specialise in one or two bachelor subjects.
When you combine two subjects, your time of studies will be divided equally among the two. If you study a single subject bachelor, your second and third year of studies will be spent on a single subject.
Admission requirements
Admission requirements for Bioprocess Science (int)- No specific admission requirements
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject.
Admission requirements for Chemistry (int)One of these following combinations:
- Physics at Danish A-level and Chemistry at Danish B-level or
- Physics at Danish B-level and Chemistry at Danish A-level or
- Physics at Danish A-level and Biotechnology at Danish A-level or
- Geoscience at Danish A-level and Chemistry at Danish A-level
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject.
Admission requirements for the Bachelor's degreeEach bachelor programme has specific admission requirements. Find the requirements at the programmes' pages.
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Intro to Computer Science (int)
The main focus of the bachelor subject Computer Science is on software development and the design of IT systems. You will learn to plan, analyse, implement, test and document a programming assignment.
More about Computer Science (int)How the programme is structured
A Bachelor in Bioprocess Science (int) + Computer Science (int) is part of an overall bachelor programme. You can choose between:
First year of studies
You will study the basic section of your programme. You will learn important aspects of disciplines relevant to your main academic area.
Second and third year of studies
You will specialise in one or two bachelor subjects.
When you combine two subjects, your time of studies will be divided equally among the two. If you study a single subject bachelor, your second and third year of studies will be spent on a single subject.
Admission requirements
Admission requirements for Bioprocess Science (int)- No specific admission requirements
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject.
Admission requirements for Computer Science (int)- No specific admission requirements
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject.
Admission requirements for the Bachelor's degreeEach bachelor programme has specific admission requirements. Find the requirements at the programmes' pages.
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Intro to Environmental Biology (int)
The bachelor subject Environmental Biology focuses on the interaction between living animals, plants and micro-organisms and their physical, chemical and biological environment.
More about Environmental Biology (int)How the programme is structured
A Bachelor in Bioprocess Science (int) + Environmental Biology (int) is part of an overall bachelor programme. You can choose between:
First year of studies
You will study the basic section of your programme. You will learn important aspects of disciplines relevant to your main academic area.
Second and third year of studies
You will specialise in one or two bachelor subjects.
When you combine two subjects, your time of studies will be divided equally among the two. If you study a single subject bachelor, your second and third year of studies will be spent on a single subject.
Admission requirements
Admission requirements for Bioprocess Science (int)- No specific admission requirements
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject.
Admission requirements for Environmental Biology (int)One of the following combinations:
- Physics at Danish B-level and Chemistry at Danish B-level or
- Physics at Danish B-level and Biotechnology at Danish A-level or
- Geoscience at Danish A-level and Chemistry at Danish B-level or
- Chemistry at Danish B-level, Biology at Danish A-level and Physics at Danish C-level
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject
Admission requirements for the Bachelor's degreeEach bachelor programme has specific admission requirements. Find the requirements at the programmes' pages.
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Intro to Mathematics (int)
In Mathematics you will learn about the core elements of mathematics and how to work with basic research in mathematics, mathematical didactics and mathematical models in areas such as physics, epidemiology and physiology.
More about Mathematics (int)How the programme is structured
A Bachelor in Bioprocess Science (int) + Mathematics (int) is part of an overall bachelor programme. You can choose between:
First year of studies
You will study the basic section of your programme. You will learn important aspects of disciplines relevant to your main academic area.
Second and third year of studies
You will specialise in one or two bachelor subjects.
When you combine two subjects, your time of studies will be divided equally among the two. If you study a single subject bachelor, your second and third year of studies will be spent on a single subject.
Admission requirements
Admission requirements for Bioprocess Science (int)- No specific admission requirements
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject.
Admission requirements for Mathematics (int)- Mathematics at Danish A-level
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject.
Admission requirements for the Bachelor's degreeEach bachelor programme has specific admission requirements. Find the requirements at the programmes' pages.
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Intro to Molecular Biology (int)
Molecular Biology is the part of biology that concerns itself with macromolecules’ properties and interactions, and examines the function of genes and the function of the proteins that are formed. You will acquire a solid understanding of the key theories of biochemistry, cell biology, genetics and microbiology.
More about Molecular Biology (int)How the programme is structured
A Bachelor in Bioprocess Science (int) + Molecular Biology (int) is part of an overall bachelor programme. You can choose between:
First year of studies
You will study the basic section of your programme. You will learn important aspects of disciplines relevant to your main academic area.
Second and third year of studies
You will specialise in one or two bachelor subjects.
When you combine two subjects, your time of studies will be divided equally among the two. If you study a single subject bachelor, your second and third year of studies will be spent on a single subject.
Admission requirements
Admission requirements for Bioprocess Science (int)- No specific admission requirements
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject.
Admission requirements for Molecular Biology (int)One of the following combinations:
- Physics at Danish B-level and Chemistry at Danish B-level or
- Physics at Danish B-level and Biotechnology at Danish A-level or
- Geoscience at Danish A-level and Chemistry at Danish B-level or
- Chemistry at Danish B-level, Biology at Danish A-level and Physics at Danish C-level
Please notice: You must meet the admission requirements of the entire bachelor's programme which you are applying for, not just the admission requirements of the subject.
Admission requirements for the Bachelor's degreeEach bachelor programme has specific admission requirements. Find the requirements at the programmes' pages.
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