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Food Quality, Safety and Innovation at Abertay University - UCAS

Abertay University

Degree level: Postgraduate

Food Quality, Safety and Innovation (Taught)

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Course summary

A key component to food safety is environmental sustainability, the importance of which is increasing exponentially. This Master’s maintains this thread throughout your studies – making it the only programme of its type to do this. The programme will provide an understanding of the practical application of environmental management, and its role in the strategic development and operation of organisations and activities. You will be able to evaluate the environmental performance of an organisation or activity and recommend appropriate measures to minimise pollution and food waste, and design appropriate control systems. Upon graduation, you will understand the policy, legal and ethical issues, and technical factors which influence environmental management to operate and plan sustainable projects. You will be taught by a team of academics with a wealth of experience in the food sector, have contact with leading figures in industry, and take part in either a research project or industry placement.

Modules

EEM500 Environmental Management; FOD508 Food Safety and Microbiology; BMT530 Project Management; FOD509 Food Chemistry and Safety; GRS501 Research Methods and EEM517 MSc Dissertation.

Assessment method

A variety of assessment practices will be used across modules, creating a framework for a coherent assessment strategy that recognises different learning and communication styles and skills. The taught course will be assessed using a combination of written coursework, presentations, examinations and portfolios, with a written dissertation at MSc level.


Entry requirements

Applicants should have a minimum of a lower second-class (2:2) honours degree in a subject related to biological sciences, chemical sciences, environmental sciences, food sciences, agricultural or biological science. Applicants with non-standard qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, determined by prior study, work experience, professional qualifications, and references.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Scotland £7900 Whole course
England £10400 Whole course
Northern Ireland £10400 Whole course
Wales £10400 Whole course
Republic of Ireland £10400 Whole course
EU £17000 Whole course
International £17000 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

International/EU fees are £18,000 for the following courses:- MSc Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence and User Experience MProf Games Development MSc Computer Games Technology
Food Quality, Safety and Innovation at Abertay University - UCAS