Course Overview

The programme provides the potential for current and aspiring technical and NPD staff including QAs and technologists in the industry to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in which they work. It is a vehicle for facilitating career progression within an existing company or in order to move to a higher employment position.

General Eligibility

BSc in Food Science/Technology or relevant honours degree in science. Occasionally applicants with degrees in other disciplines may be considered if they can demonstrate substantial senior-level experience in within the food industry.

In addition, all candidates must normally be able to demonstrate a minimum of 3 years of experience in a relevant setting. The applied nature of the programme and the emphasis on critical reflection require candidates to have relevant experience on which they can focus and develop their studies.

All candidates must be working in a food and/or drink manufacturing environment to enable them to apply the practical elements of the assignments.

Please note that this programme is not suitable for entry directly after graduation, nor for applicants who are seeking a Master's level programme to move into the food manufacturing industry.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• Academic IELTS 6.0 overall in all elements, or equivalent.

  TOEFL IBT

  Overall - 72

  Reading - 18

  Speaking - 20

  Listening - 17

  Writing - 17