Chemical and Biological Engineering
Chemical and Biological Engineering (B.Sc.)
Are you interested in chemistry, biology and technology? Study Chemical and Biological Engineering at the FAU! Our program is international, research- and practice-oriented and accredited!
- Degree
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- Duration of studies in semester
- 6
- Start of degree program
- Winter semester
- Study location
- Erlangen
- Number of students
- 150-250
- Subject group
- Engineering sciences
- Special ways to study
- 1-subject Bachelor
- Teaching language
- completely in German
- Admission Requirements
- No Admissions Restrictions
What is the degree program about?
Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBI) deals with the modification of substances through chemical, physical and biological processes. As a link between chemistry and biology as well as apparatus and plant construction, the task of chemical and bioengineers is to implement the processes for substance modification (e.g. syntheses) developed in the laboratory on a production scale. This requires knowledge of the natural sciences (chemistry, biology, physics and mathematics) and engineering.
During the degree program you learn (for example):
- to develop bioreactors used to grow microalgae
- to understand industrial processes such as acetic acid production via fermentation of microorganisms
- the improvement of industrial processes e.g. hydrogen storage
- about thermochemical energy storage such as adsorption in zeolites for more effective thermal use. Zeolites are crystalline aluminosilicates used also in detergents for water softening.
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In the first 4 semesters students acquire basics from natural sciences (chemistry, biology, mathematics and physics) and from engineering (chemical and biological process technology, design theory, technical thermodynamics). In the following semesters, these basics will be implemented and deepened in the relevant areas of the chemical and biological engineering such as reaction engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, bioprocess engineering, separation processes and simulations. The Bachelor’s thesis (last semester) enables students to learn to solve problems independently in the field of chemical and biological engineering.
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- Interest in solving engineering problems
- Interest in getting to know the world and its mathematical and physical relationships
- Enjoy working in a team, but also have the ability to work independently (self-organization)
- Motivation to solve interdisciplinary tasks
- Enjoyment and enthusiasm about scientific experiments
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- Excellent results in national and international rankings
- Over 260 subjects; flexible options and a wide range of opportunities for specialization
- Close cooperation with industry and research institutions
- An economically strong region
- Study in the middle of the vibrant and diverse metropolitan region Nuremberg
- International students from all over the world: networking during the Master program
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More than half of German industrial production requires process engineering. The spectrum ranges from the oil industry to the chemical and pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, the food industry and plant construction. In addition, process engineering is becoming increasingly important in the areas of automotive engineering, energy technology and environmental protection.
Possible fields of application:
- Process design on a laboratory, pilot plant and industrial scale
- Research and development of new processes
- Planning and construction of plants and apparatus
- Efficient use of raw materials and energy
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- A mathematics revision course is offered before the start of the 1st semester: within two weeks, the mathematics content from the last two school classes will be repeated. Participation is strongly recommended. You can find more information on the pages of the Faculty of Engineering.
- Even if chemistry was “deselected” at school, you can still study CBI. In the first semester, knowledge from school will be repeated and supplemented.
- An introductory event is organised at the beginning of each winter semester. Important information for a good start to your studies is provided in a condensed form. On the weekend before lectures begin, there is usually a series of events organised by the student council. In addition to valuable tips on studying, campus and city tours are also offered.
- The bachelor’s degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering is free of admission restrictions (NC), but you have to pass a so-called basic and orientation examinations (GOP) in the first semesters in order to prove your suitability for the course.
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- Admission requirements (first semester)
- No Admissions Restrictions
- Application deadline winter semester
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30.09.
Language skills
- German language skills for international applicants
- DSH 2 or equivalent
- General language skills
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Knowledge of German (at about the Level C1/C2) is required. The following certificates are accepted as proof of language ability when enrolling at FAU: certificates.
- Details and notes
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The application deadline for the winter semester for international applicants is July 15th.
The bachelor’s degree program in Chemical and Biological Engineering is free of admission restrictions (NC). However, a very good knowledge of German (at about the Level C1/C2) is required. The following certificates are accepted as proof of language ability when enrolling at FAU: certificates. Please find more information about applications, application deadlines and enrollment on the FAU website: application and enrolment
In addition to the general qualification for university entrance (Abitur), there are other access options for studying at FAU.
Do you need help or more information?
Our Student Advice and Career Service (IBZ) is the central point of contact for all questions about studying and starting a degree programme. Our Student Service Centres and subject advisors support you in planning your studies.