Microbial Engineering
The Graduate Degree in Microbial Engineering was instituted in 1984 to meet the demand in biotechnology industries for employees with advanced training in a combination of microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, and chemical engineering. The program draws both national and international students and on average, accepts 3 to 5 students into the program annually.
MicE FAQ
BTI’s MicE program offers a 2-year Masters in Microbial Engineering (MicE) for students with a biology or engineering background. Before graduating, students complete a research project under the direction of a MicE faculty member. Here are some commonly asked questions about the program.
A Research Based Approach
The Masters of Science in Microbial Engineering is a research based program. Most students join UMN research labs as Research Assistants (research track), receive a research stipend, and graduate in 2 to 2½ years after the completion of an original research project. For students sponsored by their employer (industrial track), the program takes 1½ to 2 years to complete and requires a summer internship arranged by BTI.
How to Apply
Find an overview of application materials, what we’re looking for in our applicants, and links to the University of Minnesota’s online application system.
Student Life
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Coursework
The MicE program offers two tracks to the same degree – one grounded in research, one fermented in industry