Natural Resources Institute - University of Greenwich
MSc Applied Food Safety and Quality Management with Industrial PracticeChatham, United Kingdom
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
GBP 15,750 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* domestic students fee | International students fee: GBP 19,975
Key Summary
Introduction
This two-year Master’s in Applied Food Safety & Quality Management with Industrial Practice is ideal for graduates who are looking for managerial roles in the food industry.
There is a huge demand for professionally trained graduates who understand what it takes to provide safe food to consumers. Our course addresses a variety of food safety and quality issues to help you meet these industry needs.
These include the management of food safety and quality across the supply chain, and how to design and implement safety and quality management systems to meet required local and international legislation. You'll also be able to apply to work with a relevant employer during your second year.
The course is aimed at graduates from related disciplines or professionals in the food sector who wish to develop their skills and take on managerial roles. It is taught by staff at the award-winning Natural Resources Institute (NRI).
Open to UK applications for September and January. This course is now closed to new International applications for September. International applicants can apply for January.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
There is a range of financial support options available to support your studies, including the Aspire@Greenwich award for study resources that many full-time students will receive.
EU students may be eligible for a bursary to support their study. Contact the university to find out more.
Discover more about grants, student loans, bursaries and scholarships. We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management and financial hardship.
Curriculum
Year 1
Option Set 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Academic English for Postgraduates (Science)
- Research Methods for Postgraduates (15 credits)
- Research Project (Short) (60 credits)
- Food Safety and Quality Management (30 credits)
Students are required to choose 45 credits from this list of options.
- Risk Analysis for Agriculture and the Environment (15 credits)
- Sustainable Pesticide Management (15 credits)
- Environmental Footprinting and Climate Change (15 credits)
- Food Safety and World Trade (15 credits)
- Laboratory Quality Assurance (15 credits)
- Food Marketing (15 credits)
- Food Chemistry (15 credits)
- Postharvest Technology of Fruit and Vegetables (15 credits)
- Food Preservation (15 credits)
- Food Product and Process Development (30 credits)
- Food Inspection for Government Officials (15 credits)
- Food Authenticity and Traceability (15 credits)
- Food Microbiology (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Postharvest Technology and Economics (30 credits)
- Food Safety (30 credits)
Option Set 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Academic English for Postgraduates (Science)
- Research Methods for Postgraduates (15 credits)
- Research Project (Short) (60 credits)
- Food Safety and Quality Management (30 credits)
Students are also required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Postharvest Technology and Economics (30 credits)
- Food Safety (30 credits)
Students are also required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Risk Analysis for Agriculture and the Environment (15 credits)
- Sustainable Pesticide Management (15 credits)
- Environmental Footprinting and Climate Change (15 credits)
- Food Safety and World Trade (15 credits)
- Laboratory Quality Assurance (15 credits)
- Food Marketing (15 credits)
- Food Chemistry (15 credits)
- Postharvest Technology of Fruit and Vegetables (15 credits)
- Food Preservation (15 credits)
- Food Product and Process Development (30 credits)
- Food Inspection for Government Officials (15 credits)
- Food Authenticity and Traceability (15 credits)
- Food Microbiology (15 credits)
Students are also required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.
- Elective Choice PG 15cr (15 credits)
- Postgraduate Negotiated Learning Module (15 credits)
Option Set 3
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Academic English for Postgraduates (Science)
- Research Methods for Postgraduates (15 credits)
- Research Project (Short) (60 credits)
- Food Safety and Quality Management (30 credits)
Students are also required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.
- Risk Analysis for Agriculture and the Environment (15 credits)
- Sustainable Pesticide Management (15 credits)
- Environmental Footprinting and Climate Change (15 credits)
- Food Safety and World Trade (15 credits)
- Laboratory Quality Assurance (15 credits)
- Food Marketing (15 credits)
- Food Chemistry (15 credits)
- Postharvest Technology of Fruit and Vegetables (15 credits)
- Food Preservation (15 credits)
- Food Inspection for Government Officials (15 credits)
- Food Authenticity and Traceability (15 credits)
- Food Microbiology (15 credits)
Students are also required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Elective Choice PG 15cr (15 credits)
- Elective Choice PG 30cr (30 credits)
- Postgraduate Negotiated Learning Module (15 credits)
Students are also required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Postharvest Technology and Economics (30 credits)
- Food Safety (30 credits)
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Research Project (Short) (60 credits)
- Industrial Practice (60 credits)
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
The industrial placement lasts approximately one year. This is an opportunity to put into practice the knowledge and experience you've gained during the first year of the master's course plus any previous study or experience. You'll be able to engage with current industrial systems, processes and practices, which contribute to your professional development as a manager in the engineering sector.
Our Faculty Employability Team provides support and guidance. We work with a organisation that specialises in helping students to secure an industrial placement. However, it is your responsibility to secure the placement for your second year. This could be with a local or international employer in a relevant industrial sector.