Master of Pharmaceutical Engineering

Laying the Foundation for Professional Growth
and Personal Satisfaction

The program emphasizes fundamental scientific, technical, and regulatory expertise. It is ideally suited for developmental scientists, engineers, and managers who want to pursue careers in pharmaceutical and life science-related industries, research, development, or regulatory issues in the private sector or in government agencies and laboratories such as the FDA.

It dovetails with the teaching and research activities within the nationally-ranked Colleges of Engineering and Pharmacy at U-M and their interaction with industry and government.

The Master of Engineering in Pharmaceutical Engineering is a 30-hour degree program focusing on professional development and cross-functional training in pharmaceutical and related life science industries. It places particular emphasis on engineering practice.

Easy Accessibility

The program is ideally suited for working professionals who want broader graduate experience but cannot be away from work full time. The program consists of required core courses plus the selection of one of the four concentration tracks.

Classes are usually taught in the late afternoon and evening, and some courses are available through distance learning.

Distance Learning Option

Many classes for this program can be taken through distance learning. By using online technology, distance learning removes traditional boundaries of time and location and offers flexibility not often found in structured academic programs.

For further information, contact the program office at pharmeng@umich.edu