Biochemical Engineering MS Biochemical Engineering utilizes the governing principles of living systems, properties of biological materials and engineering methodology in the processing of biological materials and in the processes using biological agents such as cells, enzymes and antibodies. Students and faculty are researching the conversion of raw biomaterials such as woody biomass and industrial biowastes by a wide array of processes into useful products. Research has centered on metabolic engineering, biorefining and carbon cycling. Full time Master’s students without private sponsorship may apply for a limited number of research assistantships. Admission Requirements Those holding a baccalaureate degree in engineering or a related field from an accredited institution and earned a GPA of 3.00 (out of 4.00) are invited to apply for admission. If the baccalaureate degree is in a field other than engineering, the applicant should have taken sophomore physics (electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics), differential equations and several engineering science courses. Examples of engineering science courses include electric circuits, mechanics (statics and fluids) and heat/mass transfer. Undergraduate academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, and three letters of recommendations must be submitted.  Additionally, the General Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required. TOEFL is required for international students whose native language is other than English. For more information, contact the Office of Graduate Coordinator (gradprog@engr.uga.edu) or visit the UGA Graduate School website: http://www.grad.uga.edu/ Degree Requirements Candidates must complete at least 24 semester hours of graduate-level courses. At least 12 semester hours must be UGA courses open only to graduate students. They must also complete a research thesis of quality satisfactory for publication in a peer-reviewed journal.  The Faculty of Engineering places high value on advanced proficiency in mathematical sciences, the student’s selected area of specialty in engineering and sciences, and knowledge of research methodology. Graduate Coordinator Dr. William Kisaalita Email: williamk@engr.uga.edu