The ME Biosystems and Food Engineering programme is aimed at Engineering (BE) and Engineering Science (BSc) graduates who wish to pursue a career as a professional engineer in agricultural, food, environmental or related industries. The programme focuses on the engineering, scientific and technological aspects of the agrifood industry through advanced numeracy, design, critical thinking and leadership skills developed in a dynamic learning environment where all students can work individually and in teams. The programme combines a range of modules delivered by internationally recognised research-active academic staff through lectures, practicals, technical site visits and problem-based learning. A broad range of assessments including examinations, reports, projects, group work, case studies and peer evaluation are used. A period of professional work experience is integrated into the programme to provide the student with an opportunity to practice as an engineer. The programme can lead to research or professional engineering career opportunities.

1 - PO1. Knowledge and Understanding Advanced knowledge and understanding of the mathematics, sciences, data science, analytics, and other technologies underpinning biosystems and food engineering
2 - PO2. Problem Analysis The ability to identify, formulate and analyse complex biosystems and food engineering problems.
3 - PO3. Design The ability to design innovative solutions to complex biosystems and food engineering problems.
4 - PO4. Investigation The ability to investigate, experiment and apply standard and specialised research methods in biosystems and food engineering
5 - PO5. Professional and Ethical Responsibilities Understanding of and commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities towards people and the environment in the practice of biosystems and food engineering.
6 - PO6. Teamwork and Lifelong Learning The ability to work effectively independently and in diverse and inclusive teams, and to prepare for lifelong learning.
7 - PO7. Communication The ability to communicate effectively on complex biosystems and food engineering activities to diverse audiences.
8 - PO8. Engineering Management Knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and financial decision-making relevant to biosystems and food engineering and an ability to apply these to one’s own work and to the management of projects.
9 - knowledge and understanding of the mathematics, sciences, engineering sciences and technologies underpinning Biosystems and Food Engineering.
10 - the ability to interpret, apply and use scientific, mathematical, and engineering principles, data and models to evaluate and solve problems.
11 - the ability to design components, systems or processes for applications in Biosystems and Food Engineering.
12 - the ability to design and conduct an experiment and to apply a range of standard and specialised research tools and techniques.
13 - an understanding of their profession responsibilities and the importance of high ethical standards.
14 - the ability to work effectively as an individual, in teams and in multi-disciplinary settings, together with the capacity to undertake self-directed lifelong learning.
15 - the ability to communicate effectively with their professional community.

The ME (Biosystems & Food Engineering) is a 2-year, 2-Stage 120-credit programme. The normal workload for Stage 1 is 30 credits per Trimester or 60 credits per year (Stage). ****In addition to the stated Core modules, Students must take MEEN30140 in either Stage 1 or Stage 2 of the programme in order to be eligible for the ME award. **** Students should consult the Programme Director about module prerequisites and other requirements. A taught masters programme in UCD must have at least 70 credits at Level 4.****Across the two Stages of the programme, students are permitted to select up to 10-credits of modules that are not on the list of Option Modules as a negotiated option, but the selected module must be approved by the Programme Director in advance, and will require formal approval by the Engineering Programme Board.

The ME (Biosystems & Food Engineering) is a 2-year, 2-Stage 120-credit programme. The normal workload for Stage 2 is 30 credits per Trimester or 60 credits per year (Stage). ****In addition to the stated Core modules, Students must take MEEN30140 in either Stage 1 or Stage 2 of the programme in order to be eligible for the ME award.**** Students should consult the Programme Director about module prerequisites and other requirements. A taught masters programme in UCD must have at least 70 credits at Level 4.****Across the two Stages of the programme, students are permitted to select up to 10-credits of modules that are not on the list of Option Modules as a negotiated option, but the selected module must be approved by the Programme Director in advance, and will require formal approval by the Engineering Programme Board.

Module ID	Module Title	Trimester	Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
BSEN30010	Bioprocess Engineering Principles	Autumn	5
BSEN30280	Water and Wastewater Engineering	Autumn	5
BSEN40590	Unit Ops for Bioprocess Eng	Autumn	5
Stage 1 Core Modules
Stage 1 Options - A)MIN1OF: PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE: Students MUST take ONE of the following CORE MODULES relating to Professional Work Experience. The 30-credit version is the normal expected work experience with the 10-credit version as a backup plan in case the former doesnt work out.
BSEN40230	ME Professional Work Experience	2 Trimester duration (Spr-Sum)	30
BSEN40580	ME Professional Work Experienc	Summer	10
Stage 1 Options - A)MIN1OF: PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE: Students MUST take ONE of the following CORE MODULES relating to Professional Work Experience. The 30-credit version is the normal expected work experience with the 10-credit version as a backup plan in case the former doesnt work out.
Stage 1 Options - B)MIN3OF: AUTUMN OPTIONS: Students must select 15 credits of Option Modules taking MEEN30100 if not already taken.
BSEN30190	Agricultural Mechanisation: Hydraulics and components	Autumn	5
BSEN30310	The Bioeconomy; A strategy for sustainable fuel, material and chemical production	Autumn	5
BSEN30360	Life Cycle Assessment	Autumn	5
BSEN40410	Food Chain Integrity	Autumn	5
MEEN30100	Engineering Thermodynamics II	Autumn	5
Stage 1 Options - B)MIN3OF: AUTUMN OPTIONS: Students must select 15 credits of Option Modules taking MEEN30100 if not already taken.
Stage 1 Options - D)MIN0OF: SPRING OPTIONS WITH SHORT PWE: Spring Trimester Option modules are ONLY relevant to students taking the Short PWE Module BSEN40580 (10 credit). Students must select and complete 4 OPTION MODULES.
BSEN40210	Green Technologies Project	Autumn and Spring (separate)	5
BSEN30030	Air Pollution	Spring	5
BSEN30060	Quantitative Risk Assessment for Human and Animal Health	Spring	5
BSEN40250	Global Cold Chain Safety	Spring	5
BSEN40350	Renewable Energy Systems Analysis	Spring	5
BSEN40400	LCA Applications	Spring	5
BSEN40560	Biorefinery Process & Tech	Spring	5
MEEN30040	Measurement & Instrumentation	Spring	5
MEEN30140	Professional Engineering (Finance)	Spring	5
Stage 1 Options - D)MIN0OF: SPRING OPTIONS WITH SHORT PWE: Spring Trimester Option modules are ONLY relevant to students taking the Short PWE Module BSEN40580 (10 credit). Students must select and complete 4 OPTION MODULES.
Stage 2 Core Modules
BSEN40710	ME Biosystems Engineering Thesis	2 Trimester duration (Aut-Spr)	25
BSEN40320	Waste to Energy Processes & Technologies	Autumn	10
MEEN40560	Research Skills and Techniques	Autumn	5
BSEN30320	Food Process Engineering	Spring	5
BSEN40440	Food Refrigeration Engineering	Spring	5
MEEN40430	Professional Engineering (Management)	Spring	5
Stage 2 Core Modules
Stage 2 Options - A)MIN0OF: CORE MODULE (IF NOT PREVIOUSLY TAKEN): Students MUST select this CORE Module if not previously taken.
MEEN30140	Professional Engineering (Finance)	Spring	5
Stage 2 Options - A)MIN0OF: CORE MODULE (IF NOT PREVIOUSLY TAKEN): Students MUST select this CORE Module if not previously taken.
Stage 2 Options - B)MIN0OF: ME OPTION MODULES: Students must select and complete OPTION modules, from across the Autumn and Spring Trimesters to ensure a balanced workload of 30 credits per Trimester
BSEN30170	Agricultural Mechanisation: Engines and Crop Machinery	Autumn	5
BSEN30190	Agricultural Mechanisation: Hydraulics and components	Autumn	5
BSEN30310	The Bioeconomy; A strategy for sustainable fuel, material and chemical production	Autumn	5
BSEN30360	Life Cycle Assessment	Autumn	5
BSEN40410	Food Chain Integrity	Autumn	5
BSEN40210	Green Technologies Project	Autumn and Spring (separate)	5
BSEN30020	Buildings and Environment	Spring	5
BSEN30030	Air Pollution	Spring	5
BSEN30060	Quantitative Risk Assessment for Human and Animal Health	Spring	5
BSEN40250	Global Cold Chain Safety	Spring	5
BSEN40350	Renewable Energy Systems Analysis	Spring	5
BSEN40400	LCA Applications	Spring	5
BSEN40560	Biorefinery Process & Tech	Spring	5
Stage 2 Options - B)MIN0OF: ME OPTION MODULES: Students must select and complete OPTION modules, from across the Autumn and Spring Trimesters to ensure a balanced workload of 30 credits per Trimester

		Award		GPA
Programme	Module Weightings	Rule Description	Description
MTEMP006	Stage 2 - 50.00% Stage 1 - 50.00%	Standard Honours Award	First Class Honours	3.68	4.20
			Second Class Honours, Grade 1	3.08	3.67
			Second Class Honours, Grade 2	2.48	3.07
			Pass	2.00	2.47