Course summary
For professionals involved in the safe supply of food to consumers, this online Master’s in Food Safety and Quality Management provides the knowledge and skills to advance your career. If you work in the food supply chain, our online MSc Food Safety and Quality Management provides an ideal opportunity to consolidate your experience and learn more about your industry. You'll study safety and quality management systems following the 'farm-to-fork' approach, as well as the agents of foodborne illness and the control and enforcement measures that ensure our food is safe. This online course is based upon the successful taught course, which has run since 2001. Benefit from the expertise and experience of the Natural Resources Institute's (NRI) food safety and quality management team, which has carried out research for over 40 years. What you should know about this course
- A course for professionals working in food manufacturing, including government officials with responsibility for ensuring food for consumption is safe and wholesome.
- Gain a Master's degree part-time by e-learning and design your own work/life balance.
- You can also sit the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) Level 3 Award in HACCP for Food Manufacturing
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 are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. 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.
Entry requirements
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above. Applicants without a degree that have professional qualifications or relevant professional experience in Food Safety and Technology may be considered. Applicants from other backgrounds may be considered.
English language requirements
We accept a wide range of English language qualifications. For our English entry requirements, please click on the link below.
https://www.gre.ac.uk/international/help-and-support/courses
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £1967 | Credit |
| EU | £1967 | Credit |
| England | £1967 | Credit |
| Northern Ireland | £1967 | Credit |
| Scotland | £1967 | Credit |
| Wales | £1967 | Credit |
| Channel Islands | £1967 | Credit |
| International | £1967 | Credit |
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 2026/27 entry. For more information, please visit: https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance/fees
Sponsorship information
We understand that the transition into postgraduate study can be 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