Course summary
Our Master’s in Applied Food Safety and Quality Management is designed for professionals working in food manufacturing who wish to boost their career with a new qualification. On this course, you'll learn about the requirements for providing safe and wholesome food to consumers with our specialist course in applied food safety and quality management. We follow the farm-to-fork approach to address a wide variety of food safety and quality management issues. Topics include good governance and national control systems, food inspection and testing services. You'll cover the management of food safety and quality across the supply chain, as well as how to design and implement safety and quality management systems to meet national and international legislation. The course is research-informed and is taught by staff at the award-winning Natural Resources Institute (NRI), with its unique knowledge base and industry experience. What you should know about this course
- You’ll be able to apply for short placements in the food sector, which provides you with the vital experience you need when applying for jobs.
- Accredited by the Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST), the leading qualifying body for food professionals in Europe.
- You can also sit the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) Level 3 Award in HACCP for Food Manufacturing.
- We invite experts from the food safety sector to deliver lectures, giving you the chance to learn from industry practitioners.
Modules
All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
Assessment method
Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, such as: Classroom presentations, discussions and case-studies Critical reviews, looking at new areas of research Examinations.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Food Science and Technology of the United Kingdom, Institute of
Entry requirements
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above. Applicants without a degree that have professional qualifications or relevant professional experience may be considered. Applicants from other backgrounds may be considered. For more information, contact [email protected] or 020 8331 9000. You can also read our admissions policy.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £17450 | Whole course |
| England | £11000 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £11000 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £11000 | Whole course |
| Wales | £11000 | Whole course |
| International | £17450 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
These fees are currently set for 2024/25 entry. For more information, please visit: https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance/fees
Sponsorship information
We understand that the transition to University for Undergraduate students can be daunting and confusing when it comes to finances. The University of Greenwich has a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and other financial support measures to support students that require it most. More information can be found on our website at www.greenwich.ac.uk/finance/funding-your-studies
Provider information
University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LS