Master's Programme in Biorefineries
Lahti, Finland
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline *
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 13,500 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
Blended
* regular 16 December 2024โ22 January 2025
** annual tuition for non-EU/EEA students
Key Summary
Introduction
Production has until now been largely based on fossil raw materials, which has, in turn, caused serious environmental challenges. The use of renewable raw materials where it is technically possible and economically feasible is one of the corner technologies for mitigating climate change and saving scarce natural resources.
Biorefineries implement a wide range of technologies and materials, and this programme examines them with an open mind and a wide scope, including the opportunities they offer in terms of new competencies, solutions and critical assessments. In this master's programme, you will specialise in biorefining and related industries in the circular economy.
The Master's Programme in Biorefineries is delivered in blended mode, which means that the programme combines on-campus and independent online studies. Most of the obligatory specialisation studies require participation in contact teaching in Lahti in the form of lectures, exercises, or laboratory assignments. The programme is well suited for people already in the working world, aiming for professional development and the upgrading of qualifications. Some of the courses can be completed as distance learning. Students admitted to the programme should prepare to attend classes on campus when needed.
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Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Early Bird discount / First academic year
When required to pay a tuition fee, you are offered
- an Early Bird Discount of EUR 6 000
for the first academic year if confirming your place and paying the rest of the tuition fee of EUR 7 500 within 21 days from the date of having received your Certificate of Admission.
Early Bird discount is available in both Regular Admission and Early Admission.
LUT Scholarship / Second academic year
When required to pay a tuition fee, you are offered
- LUT Scholarship of EUR 6 000
for the second academic year if having completed a minimum of 60 ECTS credits of studies included in the personal study plan during the first academic year.
With LUT Scholarship the tuition fee is EUR 7 500 for the second academic year.
The required ECTS credits will be automatically checked for and they must be included on your Transcript of Records by the end of the first academic year i.e. by 31 July.
Curriculum
The Master's Programme in Biorefineries is a two-year blended learning programme. The programme leads to the degree of Master of Science in Technology, M.Sc. (Tech.), which is 120 ECTS credits.
The programme includes core, advanced specialisation, and elective studies as well as a Master's thesis.
Core module
- Research Methodology
- Technology and Society
- Orientation to M.Sc. Studies
- Introduction to MSc Studies in Biorefineries
- Sustainability in Socio-Technological Context
- Laboratory Safety Course
- Work Experience in Master's Degree
- Work Experience in Master's Degree (alternate option)
Program Outcome
What will you learn in the programme?
During your studies, you will learn about the production of materials and design and develop processes based on modern biorefining technologies. As a graduate, you will possess a unique set of skills for designing, planning, assessing, and operating sustainable biorefining processes and products.
Teaching in this Master's program has been planned in cooperation with industry, and it takes advantage of the recent developments and new opportunities in the educational environment.
During your studies, you will acquire:
- Knowledge of the modern and future biorefining technology, products and raw materials;
- skills in developing sustainable solutions and technologies and the ability to design practical biorefining applications;
- competence in technologies integrated into biorefineries, e.g. wastewater treatment;
- a professional network through teamwork in assignments, as most of the students are working in the industry
Learning outcomes:
After completion of the MSc programme in Biorefineries the graduate
- has acquired a comprehensive knowledge of modern biorefining technologies
- knows the most potential raw materials and their properties
- has good knowledge of technologies integrated into biorefineries, e.g. bioenergy production and wastewater treatment
- has the ability to design and develop practical biorefining applications and products
- can demonstrate a critical understanding of sustainable solutions and technologies
- has good problem-solving skills and the courage to create innovations and new technical solutions
- possesses project working and communication skills needed in the modern networked environment.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
This Master's programme is not restricted to the forest industry but applies more generally to industries related to the use of biobased renewable resources.
You will acquire the knowledge and skills to work in different fields of the biobased raw materials and products industries globally, most typically in research, development, or various operations of sites.
Interesting career prospects are found also with process equipment manufacturers.
In addition, you will obtain a firm basis for continuing your studies in doctoral programmes.
Program Admission Requirements
Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam โ the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Download the GMAT mini quiz to get a flavour of the questions youโll find in the exam.