Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Study Details: 1 year (full-time), 2 years (part-time)
Population growth, both globally and within the UK, will continue to put pressure on all elements of the agri-food supply chain. A fully coordinated approach directed towards food safety, security, quality and sustainability is needed. The agri-food sector is a major contributor to the national economy and innovation underpinned by research and knowledge transfer will be essential to maintain competitiveness.
The programme will develop specialist skills and knowledge and combine food science, technology and nutrition with the objective of creating innovative food products whilst ensuring that they are safe, wholesome and nutritious. This will also help address future issues such
The programme is of benefit to individuals looking to enhance careers in the many areas of the food supply chain. It will be of particular benefit to individuals with an interest in areas such as new product development, food processing and manufacturing and the food service industries. It will help participants advance career prospects, inspire creativity and innovation, enable them to network with peers and collaborate with industry leaders.
The MSc in Food Science and Innovation at the University of Chester is unique and the first course of its type to integrate the key elements required addressing the future needs of industry and the global population. It is built upon a programme of research and development that has been developed at the University to support the Food and Drink sector industries. The programme is designed around a series of three module specialist Postgraduate Certificates (PG Certs) which allow credit accumulation towards Postgraduate Diploma and full MSc awards. This will prove accessible and attractive to those currently in employment and wishing to enhance their career.
Generally a 2:1 or a 2:2 with significant industry experience (two to three years) in any of the following: Food Science; Biochemistry; Nutrition; Biology (with a strong Biochemistry component).
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The postgraduate will epitomise professionalism, scientific and technical expertise, combined with an understanding of the global food supply chain issues. This will enhance their innovation, technical leadership and management skills that are necessary to ensure competitiveness in modern food supply chain industries.
The programme will be fully modular with credit accumulation and transfer. This will allow students to achieve a range of intermediate qualifications, as well as the full MSc, which will include specialist Postgraduate Certificates; Postgraduate Diploma. Credit for prior learning or industrial experience can also be awarded. The blended learning approach offers flexibility, employer relevant training whilst minimising time away from the
Short intensive delivery models can also be accommodated to minimise time away from the workplace.
Can be combined for PG Certificate, PG Diploma or MSc.
Postgraduate Certificate: Food Integrity and Security
Postgraduate Certificate: Food Business Development and Management
Postgraduate Certificate: Rheology (industry delivered)
Postgraduate Certificate: New Product Development
Postgraduate Certificate: Food Structuring and Consumer Acceptance
Postgraduate Certificate: Food Formulation and Nutrition
Optional inclusion of up to 24
Postgraduate Study at the University of Chester The University of Chester provides a wide and flexible range of postgraduate and post-experience cours...
