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Course summary

Contribute to healthy living and lifestyles and be a part of new products with this Master’s in Food Innovation. This MSc in Food Innovation is aimed at graduates and professionals looking to build careers in the food science industry (and especially in product development). The course builds your knowledge and understanding of how ingredients are developed and launched, from concept to completion. It is based on the expertise of staff working in areas including human nutrition and public health, food chemistry and microbiology, product development, packaging, food safety, legislation, and sustainability. The course prepares you for a career in product development science, with expertise in food and nutrition. You'll develop insight into the development of healthy and nutritious food and learn how to enhance sustainability and creativity within food chains. What you should know about this course

  • Our course can enhance your existing practical skills and applied knowledge.
  • The course is well-suited to students with backgrounds in biology, chemistry, nutrition, biotechnology and hospitality.
  • You can study part-time and combine learning with work commitments to continue your personal development.
  • As part of the compulsory courses, you sit the Level 3 award in Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) for Food Manufacturing course offered by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH).

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.


How to apply

International applicants

The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.

Entry requirements

Applicants should have: * A relevant Bachelor's honours degree (UK equivalent) class 2:2 or above (or an overseas equivalent). * If there is no degree relevant, a professional qualification and experience in the field of food science and technology may be acceptable. * Students educated in a language other than English should have an IELTS score of 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill) or equivalent. * Applicants from other backgrounds may be considered. Please email the Programme Leader at [email protected]


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9000 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9000 Year 1
Scotland £9000 Year 1
Wales £9000 Year 1
EU £15100 Year 1
International £15100 Year 1

Additional fee information

These fees were set for the 2022/23 intake. Therefore, this may change for the 2023/24 academic year. Please follow this link for more information https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance
Food Innovation at University of Greenwich - UCAS