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MSc Food Science and Innovation

  • DeadlineStudy Details: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Masters Degree Description

This course aims to develop your skills and knowledge and combine food science, technology and nutrition to meet the industry's challenges.

Population growth, both globally and within the UK, continues to put pressure on all elements of the agri-food supply chain. A fully coordinated approach to food quality, safety, security and sustainability is needed. You will use your specialist skills, combining food science and technology, as well as nutrition and health, to meet the industry's challenges; the objective of the course is to create innovative food products while ensuring they are safe, wholesome and nutritious.

Our MSc in Food Science and Innovation integrates the key elements required to address the future needs of industry and the global population. The course will benefit individuals looking to enhance their careers in the food supply chain. It is also ideal for those interested in new product development, food processing and manufacturing, and the food service industries.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have a 2:1 honours degree (or a 2:2 with two to three years industry experience) in any of the following: Food Science and Technology; Biotechnology, Biochemistry; Nutrition; Biology (with a strong Biochemistry component) or related subjects.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum, through employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice and guidance.

Careers and Employability aims to deliver a service which is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work.

Module Details

Core Modules:

Functional Foods and Bioactive Ingredients
Packaging Innovations
Dissertation
Food Rheology, Texture and Sensory Science
Food Security and Integrity
Research Methods and Data Analysis
Advances in Food Innovation

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